Books with author Lauren E. Smith

"Samidi is an elephant who was born with a hugely deformed trunk. He had a difficult time adjusting to carrying such a massive burden. He was teased and bullied by the other jungle children and adolescents and even some adults. His best friend and confidant was his mother, Ryah. who encouraged him to be the best person he could be and to ignore all the others. She let him know that he was special and that she was very proud of him. Samidi grew to be strong, loving and kind despite all the things that were done to him. He finally was able to show his loving and caring nature to all the jungle animals in spite of the way they had treated him. His greatest gift was total and forgiving love. "

Alisen, a teenage girl, is routinely awakened by the same terrifying dream. The nightmare gets more detailed and longer every night, but the terror remains the same. She tries to dismiss it as something she ate, or maybe a book she read, but then she meets Kale.Kale is having the same nightmares.Believing there must be a deeper meaning, Alisen and Kale delve into politics and biblical prophecy. Together, they discover that everything in their dreams has a counterpart in real life, which leads them to believe that something terrible is coming. Is there any way avoid this catastrophe and save thousands of lives? Or will their worst dreams come true? They must choose whether to turn to God or to each other to save them from the very end of the world.Stories of the Night combines political intrigue, biblical prophecy, and military adventure into a suspenseful story that leaves the reader with the choice of where to place their ultimate hope.

Barely out of their teens and trained as assassins, Rigel members are taught that the Kalideyes are evil and must be destroyed.Makise—now named Maru—and her team fight against all odds during their training within the Rigel organization to rid her country of the dreaded and mysterious “people” called Kalideyes. Facing horrors, nightmares, depression, and injuries, how many will survive? As Maru prepares for her first mission, she realizes that relying on herself in times of crisis isn’t enough, but her teammates are as broken as she is. When she is forced to fight for her life, who will be there to save her?It won’t be long before Maru learns the truth behind the enemy and an even bigger truth, but are these enough to lead her to safety?

This short story begins an adventure series inspired by Treasure Island and Robinson Crusoe among other shipwreck tales. When a young sailor wakes to find his ship entering a ferocious storm, he has no idea that a series of events will soon lead him to the fabled Angel Island, where he will need to explore, survive and discover who he is and who he can become. Subject to readers' interest in this short snippet the rest of the series will hopefully follow!

Alisen, a teenage girl, is routinely awakened by the same terrifying dream. The nightmare gets more detailed and longer every night, but the terror remains the same. She tries to dismiss it as something she ate, or maybe a book she read, but then she meets Kale.Kale is having the same nightmares.Believing there must be a deeper meaning, Alisen and Kale delve into politics and biblical prophecy. Together, they discover that everything in their dreams has a counterpart in real life, which leads them to believe that something terrible is coming. Is there any way avoid this catastrophe and save thousands of lives? Or will their worst dreams come true? They must choose whether to turn to God or to each other to save them from the very end of the world.Stories of the Night combines political intrigue, biblical prophecy, and military adventure into a suspenseful story that leaves the reader with the choice of where to place their ultimate hope.

It’s 1995, and 11-year-old Heidi Williams has just settled into her new routine as a junior high student when her house catches on fire, leaving her homeless along with her parents and adopted brother, Danny. After the fire, Heidi’s father finds them a temporary house to live in while theirs is being rebuilt. There she meets Dorothy and Stacey, two seventh grade girls who help her readjust to being away from her elderly neighbor and friend, Violet, and growing apart from Danny. Together, they take the bus to the mall, roam the neighborhood on Halloween, take on babysitting jobs, go to a school dance, and help Heidi pursue an older boy who might like her. By the time she moves back home, Heidi is a little wiser and more grown up. The fire becomes the best thing that could have ever happened to her.

Hello there! My name is Pink Kitty I am so happy to meet you! Let me ask you... Have you ever met a bird raised by a mouse who gardens and builds houses? Or how about a mouse who has a recording studio in a house built by her older brother? Bet you don’t know any famous rock star cats? Or how about a cat who is a famous photographer? And did you know that the cats in Kitty town don’t hunt for and eat birds or fish. Sound interesting? Well then come along and join me, Pink Kitty, as I introduce you to my family and friends who all live in the ecologically, friendly, and fun Kitty Town—where everyone loves, respects, and accepts everybody and every thing. So come on in and let’s go for a walk! Meow!

Jamie and her family have just moved into their new house on a horseshoe-shaped street surrounding a playground. There is a lot to get used to at first. Her brother, Luke, has nightmares. Her sister, Becky, acts like a baby, and all three of them miss their grandparents whose house they had lived in until now. While Jamie’s dad is at work and her mom works from home, Jamie is in charge of her brother and sister for the summer. At the playground, they are introduced to all of the neighborhood kids. Together, they teach each other their favorite games, make up new ones, go on many adventures, and end up having the best summer ever.

Jamie and her family have just moved into their new house on a horseshoe-shaped street surrounding a playground. There is a lot to get used to at first. Her brother, Luke, has nightmares. Her sister, Becky, acts like a baby, and all three of them miss their grandparents whose house they had lived in until now. While Jamie’s dad is at work and her mom works from home, Jamie is in charge of her brother and sister for the summer. At the playground, they are introduced to all of the neighborhood kids. Together, they teach each other their favorite games, make up new ones, go on many adventures, and end up having the best summer ever.

How do you move on when It's Over? When four college roommates lose pieces of their lives, the pain isolates and the tension rises. Emotions are hard to hide and even harder to tackle. How can the girls move forward, when there is so much pain in letting go? Together, Claire, Kat, Palmer, and Hannah learn to lean on God and each other, and through it all they learn loss is a part of life. "In It's Over, Laura L. Smith confirms the truth we've been told that we are never alone in the midst of heartache and struggle. In fact, she takes us to a place where we not only get to see, but feel deeply the truth of the fact that every single one of us has a story. Everyone single one of us has experienced pain. But more importantly, that every single one of us has great hope. Smith's writing strikes a deep chord in my heart. It makes sense. It's real--and in my opinion, that transparency makes all the difference." ~Holly Starr, Christian recording artist. "Laura L. Smith speaks for the broken. With a voice that's warm and true, Laura gives words to those rendered speechless by issues that high school and college girls should never have to deal with--but so many of them do. In writing that's raw, relevant, and real, Smith goes where few authors dare to go: straight into the heart of today's young woman." ~Amy Parker, bestselling author "YA author, Laura l. Smith, crafts another story that will appeal to all girls, because no one is untouched by heartache in all its forms. The grace Smith extends the four girls in It's Over will touch readers in deep ways, as they follow these characters through some of the worst parts of life. Best of all, they'll cheer when the girls lean on one another and find ways to be thankful in everything. This is a fantastic read, one that will resonate with teens, college girls, and their mothers." ~Laura Kurk, author of Glass Girl and Perfect Glass