Books with author J. Young

(Story synopsis to follow.)The Tale of Nottingswood is a work of psychological fiction that delves into the realms of the inner-self.This imaginative allegory explores the cause and effect of anxiety, depression, fear, apathy, and discouragement and the psychology behind overcoming such obstacles.In addition, dissecting the rich layers of symbolism can lead to open discussions of ethics, integrity, and morality at any level of understanding: young or old; novice or expert.****The Tale of Nottingswood (A novelette in verse.)Somewhere between the twisted worlds of Tim Burton and the bouncing meters of Dr. Seuss, you'll find the upside-down town of Nottingswood. Having cast out the majestic Guardian who was once their protector, Nottingswood built the Great Wall to block out the sun. Now, holed up in their houses, Nottingsfolk are content to let their town decay into a colorless wasteland. Until one day...A curious cry from the center of town catches the attention of a pair of twins who guard the Great Nottings Gate. Lured from their hohumly home, this Brother and Sister stumble upon a Creature that has the power to change their lives forever. Follow this daring pair as they defy the shadowy Order of Voices, dodge the meddling Ms. Grouse, and face the austere hand of The Judge on an adventure that neither they nor you will ever forget.

Zeus, Hades, Persephone, Aphrodite...What if the Greek myths we were taught weren't really myths at all?Paige Summers has great friends, a loving family, and a wonderful boyfriend, Alec. She's ready for a summer spent by the beach before she starts college and the next chapter in her life. Little does Paige know, her world is about to be turned upside down. She starts dreaming about powerful gods and goddesses with terrifying powers, dreams she can't quite understand. Suddenly, these dreams begin to collide with reality and Paige learns just how much of the Greek myths were actual truths.Thrust into this mystical world, Paige struggles to understand these changes in her life that are more profound and exciting than she ever could have imagined. She also finds that her bond with Alec is strengthening and deepening, yet she is unable to resist the magnetic pull she feels towards Kayne, a dark and mysterious stranger who seems to know more about her than he lets on.Paige must now make a choice: fulfill her destiny or walk away from her one true love and the divine connection they share. As Paige faces this life-altering decision, Nyx, the Goddess of the Night, schemes and plots, prepared to stop at nothing in order to claim Paige's destiny as her own, even if it means destroying Paige in the process.

The big, bright machines in this series will appeal to very young children, stimulating interest in the world beyond the home. Realistic images make the machines easy to identify, with simple text giving a very basic idea of what each machine does. Fascinating visual detail encourages the very young to recognize and describe different shapes. Hardcover. Pages: 12

The Tale of Nottingswood (A novelette in verse) Somewhere between the twisted worlds of Tim Burton and the bouncing meters of Dr. Seuss, you'll find the upside-down town of Nottingswood. Having cast out the majestic Guardian who was once their protector, Nottingswood built the Great Wall to block out the sun. Now, holed up in their houses, Nottingsfolk are content to let their town decay into a colorless wasteland. Until one day... A curious cry from the center of town catches the attention of a pair of twins who guard the Great Nottings Gate. Lured from their hohumly home, this Brother and Sister stumble upon a Creature that has the power to change their lives forever. Follow this daring pair as they defy the shadowy Order of Voices, dodge the meddling Ms. Grouse, and face the austere hand of The Judge on an adventure that neither they nor you will ever forget. The Tale of Nottingswood is a work of psychological fiction that delves into the realms of the inner-self. This imaginative allegory explores the possible causes and effect of anxiety, depression, fear, apathy, and discouragement and the possibility of overcoming such obstacles. In addition, dissecting the rich layers of symbolism can lead to open discussions of ethics, integrity, and morality at any level of understanding: young or old; novice or expert. For more, visit www.Nottingswood.com

Did you ever try thinking like a cat? J.L. Young lives in a community that loves cats. There is an organization that watches out for the ferals and strays. They feed them daily, and also catch, neuter and vaccinate them before they return the cats to the area. One of the stray cats kept hanging around J.L. Young's yard, and even raided the garbage pail, but wouldn't come near. A neighbor said the cat was abandoned by people who had moved from the apartment house next door and that the cat's name was Kayla. The author and her family's hearts just went out to Kayla. J.L. Young's son would whistle for her, crinkle the treat package and leave some on the ground for her and the neighbor's cat. Only she and the neighbor cat caught on to the fact that the whistle meant good things for them. Just for fun, J.L. Young's family started a diary that saw things form her viewpoint. Like any kitten, the book just grew. It is so interesting to "think like a cat." Enjoy! The author was born in Syracuse, New York, in 1933, and was an only child. Her father was always transferred from one place to another for his job. But they had cats and their cats were the author's most stable friends. She learned at a young age that their "happy tails" were not handles to pick them up with. All her life, J.L. Young was interested in writing and her mother often wrote poetry. Her English teacher encouraged her on her first feeble attempts at writing, to continue improving on it and developing that area. When J.L. Young married, her husband too liked cats. They raised nine children and there was always a cat or two in their home. Their children were often asking for stories and, although they all read books, they wanted personalized stories. J.L. Young often wrote little children's stories for them. This love inspired her to write her first book at the age of eighty.