Books with author Joanna Rowland

"I'm scared I'll forget you..."From the perspective of a young child, Joanna Rowland artfully describes what it is like to remember and grieve a loved one who has died. The child in the story creates a memory box to keep mementos and written memories of the loved one, to help in the grieving process. Heartfelt and comforting, The Memory Box will help children and adults talk about this very difficult topic together. The unique point of view allows the reader to imagine the loss of any they have loved - a friend, family member, or even a pet. A parent guide in the back includes information on helping children manage the complex and difficult emotions they feel when they lose someone they love, as well as suggestions on how to create their own memory box.The Memory Box is a 2017 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards winner--a contest intended to bring increased recognition to exemplary children's books and their creators, and to support childhood literacy and life-long reading.

Elizabeth Bennet’s journey to the lakes is canceled, and she expects to spend a quiet summer at home. When Mr. Bingley, along with his elusive friend Mr. Darcy, return to Netherfield, a quiet summer is turned topsy-turvy. Though Elizabeth’s opinion of the gentleman has improved, she never thought to see him again.Then Elizabeth learns her sister, Lydia, means to elope with a rake, and the very respectability of her family is at stake. Elizabeth takes heart, however, when her father rises to the occasion, in a way she would never have predicted. With Mr. Darcy’s assistance, there may still be time to prevent calamity, and even find love, against all odds.Mr. Bennet Takes Charge is a Pride and Prejudice Adaptation novella of approximately 30,000 words.

Many children of divorced or separated parents live by turns with their dad in one home and their mom in another. For most such kids, things are different than they used to be, and they’re different with Dad than with Mom. As these children move between homes, they can’t help but wonder: will mom still love me? Will Dad? In this reassuring picture book, young readers see children who have two households―whether because of divorce, separation, or other circumstances―experiencing life’s ups and downs with both parents ― secure in the knowledge that Mom will always be Mom, and Dad is forever Dad. Color throughout

With lyrical text and comforting illustrations, Stay Through the Storm is a deeply moving meditation on the power of friendship to carry us through difficult times. When dark clouds gather in the distance, two friends come together to comfort each other through the storm. They shield each other through the rain, make a fort inside, and play games between claps of thunder. Through it all, they come back to a consistent plea: Stay. Stay through the storm. A story to bring hope in times of trouble, Stay Through the Storm is a moving reminder that we're never alone even when things seem darkest.

I will always remember you . . .Joanna Rowland's best-selling The Memory Box: A Book about Grief has helped thousands of children and families work through the complex emotions that arise after the loss of a loved one. Now, with The Memory Book, Rowland has created a beautiful grief journal to help readers put her methods into practice. The Memory Book helps grieving families process their emotions together by remembering their lost loved one and creating their own memory album full of photos and keepsakes of the person they lost. With gentle prompts and ideas for journaling, drawing, and talking through grief, this journal will bring comfort in the midst of loss and be a keepsake for families for years to come.

Many children of divorced or separated parents live by turns with their dad in one home and their mom in another. For most such kids, things are different than they used to be, and they’re different with Dad than with Mom. As these children move between homes, they can’t help but wonder: will mom still love me? Will Dad?In this reassuring picture book, young readers see children who have two households—whether because of divorce, separation, or other circumstances—experiencing life’s ups and downs with both parents — secure in the knowledge that Mom will always be Mom, and Dad is forever Dad.

In Ted We Trust (and other short stories) is a collection of nine short science fiction stories from author Jon Rowland. With everything from dramatic space exploration to quirky mysteries, there's something here for all readers. Discover how a strange object passing through the solar system changes one woman's life forever in "The Tree". In “The Dealer”, join the DEA agent of the future as he tracks down a notorious smuggler in a chase across the galaxy.See how the mysterious “Watchers” have changed life on Earth in the pair of stories “Construction” and “Devastation”.Learn how human evolution almost took a very different direction in "Small Gods". Ride along with Private Eye Len Scurry as he undertakes an elaborate sting operation with a twist in “No Substitute”.Finally, meet Ted, who might just save all of humanity in the title story "In Ted We Trust". Enjoy these stories and more in a collection to inspire, amuse and entertain.

In Ted We Trust (and other short stories) is a collection of nine short science fiction stories from author Jon Rowland. With everything from dramatic space exploration to quirky mysteries, there's something here for all readers. Discover how a strange object passing through the solar system changes one woman's life forever in "The Tree". In “The Dealer”, join the DEA agent of the future as he tracks down a notorious smuggler in a chase across the galaxy. See how the mysterious “Watchers” have changed life on Earth in the pair of stories “Construction” and “Devastation”. Learn how human evolution almost took a very different direction in "Small Gods". Ride along with Private Eye Len Scurry as he undertakes an elaborate sting operation with a twist in “No Substitute”. Finally, meet Ted, who might just save all of humanity in the title story "In Ted We Trust". Enjoy these stories and more in a collection to inspire, amuse and entertain.