Books with author J. J. Wellington

Bright, primary colors and big cookie shapes make this beloved book about a baker perfect for the very youngest. In twelve scrumptious spreads, Mr. Cookie Baker shows all the steps in preparing his famous cookies. Just as he takes them out of the oven, here come the hungry children! With lots to look at, this book is sure to be a yummy treat for the tiniest tots.

Take your children on a trip to Paris with Suzette, the crêpe maker, and her artistic customers. As Suzette sells her delicacies over the course of a day, you will be treated to the sights and sounds of one of the most beautiful cities in the world, from Nôtre-Dame to the Eiffel Tower. Suzette's customers along the way are inspired by works of art, such as da Vinci's Mona Lisa and Degas's Little Dancer. Children will learn some key French words and phrases. As delicious as Suzette's crêpes, this book will captivate children—and parents— who will want to make the trip to Paris themselves. Bon voyage!

Springtime is here, and Zinnia can’t wait to plant her seeds and watch them grow. She carefully takes care of her garden, watering her plants, weeding, and waiting patiently for something to sprout. And soon enough, the first seedlings appear! With art just as colorful as a garden in bloom, young readers will enjoy watching Zinnia’s beautiful garden grow, and may even be inspired to start one of their own.

A new format for a yummy fall favorite Filled with bright primary colors and pictures of America's favorite fruit, Wellington's enticing story follows Annie, a busy apple farmer. She picks, counts, sorts, bakes tasty treats, and sells her best apples. Already successful in hardcover and paperback, Apple Farmer Annie in board book format is one that young tots will find absolutely irresistible.

Collecting seashells, building towering sandcastles, playing in the surf, and having a picnic lunch are all part of a great day at the beach! Young beachcombers are guaranteed hours of fun as they enjoy the cute read-along story while coloring adorable pictures and learning fascinating facts in this imaginative book. Plus, there are easy recipes for take-along snacks, and even some journal pages for recording their own seaside discoveries.

A Beautifully Written Daily Devotional BookWith 366 life-giving love notes to the reader from the heart of God, Glimpses of God's Heart provides a wealth of inspirational wisdom for those seeking empowerment through God’s word during the challenges of life. Throughout her adult life, former psychotherapist and pastor, Gwen Wellington, has practiced the art of listening to the voice of God in her daily meditation time. In each reading she shares what she has heard, providing glimpses into the heart of the God whose love has empowered her to experience personal transformation.Who is Glimpses of God's Heart for?This book of daily readings is for you if:You are a committed Christian looking to deepen your relationship with God. Each devotional consists of a message either from Jesus, or from God as a parent, or from the Holy Spirit, with references to supporting scriptures.You are challenged by what life is throwing at you and need daily encouragement and inspiration. These meditations are imbued with wisdom from the author’s decades of work as a psychotherapist, her personal relationship with the Source of Wisdom, and her knowledge of scripture.You are curious about God and wonder what it would be like to have a relationship with a Divine Being. Here is your chance to get an inside view of just such a relationship as the author shares intimate conversation from her lifelong love relationship with God.You have been wounded by the Christian church but don’t want to give up on Jesus. These devotions are written by someone who has been there and back! The author has a deep love for the Church, for those who have been wounded by it, and for Jesus.You have experienced psychological trauma and you need daily reassurance to triumph over that trauma. The author writes both from her personal experience with overcoming the impact of trauma and also from her work as a trauma counselor.You are trying to do Step 3 in the 12-Step program. The author calls herself the “queen of codependents” – you will benefit from this book’s candid expose of her ongoing effort to hand her will and her life over to the care of a loving God.Read an ExcerptFour years ago, I found myself in the disconcerting situation of wrapping up my counseling practice without any clear sense of where I was headed. All I knew was that my body was telling me I had to make a change. I felt lost and very sad, because I loved my counseling work and I couldn’t conceive that anything else would ever be as rewarding and satisfying. The following words from God became my anchor as I navigated the transition.My treasure, my love:Even though you feel lost, you’re not.Even though you think you don’t know the way, you do.Even though you think you’re giving up something extremely valuable,You simply are making room for something just as valuable.Walk confidently into the future, my love!I have such joy planned for you!Embrace this time of change and the change itself.Know that I surround you and I go before you.I fill you and I energize you.It’s you and me together, sashaying boldly into the future.You’ll see!What joy!Pure, unadulterated joy!You and me together.Yes. I like it!!Click on the "Look Inside" link above to start reading Glimpses of God's Heart. Available in Kindle, paperback and audiobook.

A dream comes true for a girl who loves tutus, pointe shoes, and dancing on tiptoe!The girl in this story loves to stretch, to pose, to point her toes, to swirl and twirl and leap! She practices new steps every day. All her efforts are rewarded when one special day, she gets to dance in a performance with her favorite ballerina. "Dear Ballerina," the girl writes, "I dream of being a dancer just like you."The pictures in the book take the reader behind the scenes of the ballet to a practice room, a costume room, and the wings of the stage. At last, the curtain goes up, and the girl and her idol dance. Their tutus swirl together!"Dancing makes me happy!" the little ballerina says. A touching story about dance, passion, effort, and intergenerational mentorship.The five ballet positions are illustrated, and behind-the-scene secrets are revealed. Back matter provides interesting information about point shoes, tutus, and the contents of a ballet bag.The author-illustrator is the mother of a little girl who has grown up to be a professional ballerina with New York City Ballet. This book was inspired by letters Lydia Wellington wrote to dancers she admired, as well as letters she has received from young fans. Every detail in this book is filled with joy and love and is authentic and accurate. A glittery cover makes Dear Ballerina a perfect gift for ballet recitals. A great choice for fans of Angelina Ballerina.

The first book in the Laura Caxton Vampire series from the author of the Monster Island trilogy.All the official reports say that vampires are dead--extinct since the late ’80s, when FBI agent Arkeley defeated the last vampire in a fight that nearly killed him. But when state trooper Laura Caxton calls the FBI looking for help in the middle of the night, Arkeley is unsurprised to hear that it sounds like a vampire attack. He’s been expecting such a call to come eventually. Sure, it has been years since any signs of an attack, but Arkeley knows what most people don’t: there is one left. In an abandoned asylum she is rotting, plotting, and biding her time in a way that only the undead can. Laura Caxton is out of her league on this case and more than a little afraid. Arkeley made it clear there is only one way out. The worst thing is the feeling that the vampires want more than just her blood. They want her for a reason, one she can’t guess; a reason her sphinxlike partner knows but won’t say; a reason she has to find out-or die trying.

Budding young chefs will savor this flavorful book and its mixture of puzzles and games. Join Molly and Jack for a feast of mazes, crosswords, and creative coloring pages, all focused on tasty foods. Decorative pages provide a place to record favorite family recipes, and 30 colorful stickers of food, utensils, and other items from the kitchen offer an extra dash of seasoning.