Books with author J. Kirkwood

Storytime Kingdom is an imaginary place where Princess Emmaline's dream to become a knight comes true and animals can talk. In this collection of rhyming tales, Momma Byrd is flying throughout Storytime Kingdom teaching Baby T Byrd lessons about values and love. But, of course, the end is not complete without a battle with the fearsome dragon! So, come fly along with the Byrds as they watch Knight Princess Emmaline and her friends learn that love conquers all. Enjoy the journey!Although each story can be read simply as is, there is an interwoven spiritual meaning that is discussed at the end of every adventure. The text is designed to be read out loud to children, and to be quality time to talk together about important topics such as kindness and respect. Also, remember to look for a letter at the end of each story that will spell out a special message by the conclusion of the book.

It's New Year's Eve in New York City. Your best friend died in September, you've been robbed twice, your girlfriend is leaving you, you've lost your job...and the only one left to talk to is the gay burglar you've got tied up in the kitchen... P.S. your cat is dead.An instant classic upon its initial publication, P.S. Your Cat is Dead received widespread critical acclaim and near fanatical reader devotion. The stage version of the novel was equally successful and there are still over 200 new productions of it staged every year. Now, for the first time in a decade, James Kirkwood's much-loved black humor comic novel of manners and escalating disaster returns to bewitch and beguile a new generation.

'Romance with a capital R' - Manchester Evening NewsIt is nineteenth century Scotland and change is on the way.Sandy Logan is a man of his word and when Mattie Camerson’s father dies, he intends to honour his promise to marry her. But dark forces are at work and Mattie finds herself betrothed to the son of cruel Jacob Reevil. Before the marriage can take place, Jacob and his son corner Mattie alone in the shed.Sandy comes to her rescue, but his actions have terrible consequences and he and Mattie are forced to flee. They trek for many miles and eventually find refuge at the rundown farm of Fairlyden, nestling in a peaceful valley. Mattie quickly wins the heart of its owner, Daniel Munro who needs to produce an heir or else Fairlyden will fall into the hands of the unscrupulous Earl of Strathtod. Mattie and Sandy work hard on the farm to make a living and to restore the fertility of the land but Mattie is still haunted by the Reevils. To escape her betrothal, Mattie must be wed before the Reevils can find her.So Daniel comes to Mattie with a proposal: Marry him and escape her fate.Mattie and Sandy have loved each other since they were children, but Mattie fears he is only marrying her to appease her dead father. Will Mattie accept Munro’s offer? Will she choose her childhood sweetheart, Sandy?Or will the Reevils make the decision for her?Fairlyden is a charming romance set against the scenic backdrop of Scotland’s wild and rugged landscape. Praise for Fairlyden:“Romance with a capital R” - Manchester Evening News“A dramatic period tale set in the villages and countryside of Lowland Scotland”. - Fife Free Press“An enjoyable family saga of life in nineteenth century Scotland, when country people lived close to starvation and were subject to the whim of the laird.” - South Hams Free PressGwen Kirkwood is the author of sixteen Scottish novels and six shorter romantic novellas, including A Question of Love , The Wary Heart and A New Beginning . She won the Elizabeth Goudge Trophy, judged by Richard Lee, when it was re-introduced to mark the millennium in 2000. She lives in Scotland.

It's New Year's Eve in New York City. Your best friend died in September, you've been robbed twice, your girlfriend is leaving you, you've lost your job...and the only one left to talk to is the gay burglar you've got tied up in the kitchen... P.S. your cat is dead.An instant classic upon its initial publication, P.S. Your Cat is Dead received widespread critical acclaim and near fanatical reader devotion. The stage version of the novel was equally successful and there are still over 200 new productions of it staged every year. Now, for the first time in a decade, James Kirkwood's much-loved black humor comic novel of manners and escalating disaster returns to bewitch and beguile a new generation.

Discover for yourself: It really IS more blessed to give than to receive!The Power of Blessing is more than an encouragement to bless. It shows you many ways you can be a blessing to those around you. Blessings are not just about materialism, blessings are more about a lifestyle that changes environments and conditions among families, churches, communities, and even small businesses and large corporations. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing (1 Peter 3:9 NIV).The Power of Blessing:• Presents practical applications about how to bless others and receiving blessings. • Teaches the difference between truth and fact. • Shares humorous and inspirational testimonies.• Reveals the importance of speaking God’s intentions as to how things should be.• Breaks generational curses by learning how to bless.Your heavenly Father is the redemptive God who delights in bringing things back into His divine order. Through learning how to bless, you can participate in this redemptive process. By actively living a lifestyle of blessing, you will see changes in the hearts of those you bless—as well as in yourself!

Discover for yourself: It really IS more blessed to give than to receive! The Power of Blessing is more than an encouragement to bless. It shows you many ways you can be a blessing to those around you. Blessings are not just about materialism, blessings are more about a lifestyle that changes environments and conditions among families, churches, communities, and even small businesses and large corporations. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing (1 Peter 3:9 NIV). The Power of Blessing: • Presents practical applications about how to bless others and receiving blessings. • Teaches the difference between truth and fact. • Shares humorous and inspirational testimonies. • Reveals the importance of speaking God’s intentions as to how things should be. • Breaks generational curses by learning how to bless. Your heavenly Father is the redemptive God who delights in bringing things back into His divine order. Through learning how to bless, you can participate in this redemptive process. By actively living a lifestyle of blessing, you will see changes in the hearts of those you bless—as well as in yourself!

This incredible, interactive skywatcher’s guide revolutionizes the way children learn about the cosmos. Inside the spiral-bound star atlas are amazing illustrations of the planets and constellations, fascinating, fact-filled text, and a removable night sky globe. As they read about the stars, galaxies, and other celestial phenomena, budding astronomers can locate them on the globe for a thorough understanding of the universe. The spinning globe comes with its own stand and spindle so that it can be used and enjoyed independently of the book. Quizzes, colorful photos, and cool graphics make the learning process fun.