Books with author Malinda Mitchell

Cows for Kids, Cow Fun and Facts, is a fun filled learning experience about cattle. It’s chock-full of beautiful photos of various breeds, colors, sizes, and ages of cattle. It’s fun because you can tell what the cows are thinking! They have quite a sense of humor. It’s educational as facts are interspersed with the fun.Dairy cows are featured with actual photos of cows lining up to get milked and the actual milking operation. It is udderly fascinating and educational! Since calves are so cute, there is an abundance of pictures of calves ranging from newborn to several weeks old. You’ll learn what it takes for a newborn calf to be healthy. You will also get to see young people grooming and preparing their animals for show. These 4-H and FFA youngsters are learning what it takes to care for and even breed cattle. When show time comes you can see the results. The last section of this book shows how Werkoven Dairy and Qualco Energy have teamed up to provide an environmentally friendly farm that uses the manure to benefit farmers, fishermen, and families. “This book is a great learning tool.” — Qualco Energy Board of directorsFor added enjoyment, a fun quiz is at the end of the book. Be careful, there may be some trick questions.Malinda is an accomplished author of many children’s books. She lives in Mississippi. Ray Ruppert lives in western Washington where most of these pictures were taken. This is the second book that Malinda Mitchell and Ray Ruppert have produced together.

"Resonating the Sound" is a teen-middle school novel that takes place during the eighth grade year of a girl who has suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury during sixth grade and finally agrees to use an augmentative communication device after not regaining any of her vocal abilities. A special relationship develops between her and a boy in her class who has Gifted Aspergers. He plays a major role in altering the device, which gives the main character access to pieces of a dream she thinks are lost forever.

Cows for Kids, Cow Fun and Facts, is a fun filled learning experience about cattle. It’s chock-full of beautiful photos of various breeds, colors, sizes, and ages of cattle. It’s fun because you can tell what the cows are thinking! They have quite a sense of humor. It’s educational as facts are interspersed with the fun. Dairy cows are featured with actual photos of cows lining up to get milked and the actual milking operation. It is udderly fascinating and educational! Since calves are so cute, there is an abundance of pictures of calves ranging from newborn to several weeks old. You’ll learn what it takes for a newborn calf to be healthy. You will also get to see young people grooming and preparing their animals for show. These 4-H and FFA youngsters are learning what it takes to care for and even breed cattle. When show time comes you can see the results. The last section of this book shows how Werkoven Dairy and Qualco Energy have teamed up to provide an environmentally friendly farm that uses the manure to benefit farmers, fishermen, and families. “This book is a great learning tool.” — Qualco Energy Board of directors For added enjoyment, a fun quiz is at the end of the book. Be careful, there may be some trick questions. Malinda is an accomplished author of many children’s books. She lives in Mississippi. Ray Ruppert lives in western Washington where most of these pictures were taken. This is the second book that Malinda Mitchell and Ray Ruppert have produced together.

Harley was a miniature dachshund who loved to annoy cats until he unexpectedly found a small egg. As Harley’s mother had taught him well, he knew that the egg contained a living being. He knew that whatever was in the egg was now an orphan and that it would need warmth and protection so it could be born. Harley also knew that the life inside the egg would need care after it hatched. Will Harley be able to save the egg? This is a sweet story about love, respecting life, and taking on responsibility. Harley and the Egg can be used to teach children that with all of God's creatures, life starts before it appears outside of the egg or mother. It teaches the importance of taking care of all God's creatures even before they are born. Malinda Mitchell has been writing stories for children much of her life. Malinda is married to her husband Alton, has five children and eight grandchildren. She has been writing fiction for all ages for more than forty years. This will be the eighth book that Tex Ware has published for Malinda. Corey Colombin, is a columnist, published author, and illustrator. She lives with her busy family in the mountains of Colorado. Ages 3-7

God’s creation is all around us. Malinda Mitchell provides great tips for children to learn how to respect His creation. Whether on vacation, visiting a farm, zoo, or just in their own back yard, children will be able to appreciate and learn more about the way we have been blessed with God’s creation. Each page is accompanied by photographs which will inspire children and adults alike. You will want to get this book and read it to your younger children or have your older ones read it to you. You can discuss how God has provided for us through His creation and how we should take good care of what He has provided.Malinda Mitchell resides in Mississippi with her husband, Alton. She has four grown children, a seventeen-year-old son, and eight grandchildren. Malinda has been writing fiction for all ages for more than forty years. Malinda’s favorite interests are spending time with family and friends, writing, and still-life oil painting. Malinda also had articles published in the 2008 summer and 2009 spring issues of Once Upon A Time Magazine before they closed their doors. She also writes for a card company. Ray Ruppert is an amateur photographer, and author. He lives in Washington State with his wife, Terri, where many of the pictures in this book were taken. The cover photo is of the Skykomish valley as seen from Wallace Falls.

After being abused in the foster care system for nine years, 16 year old Pamela Reager steals a horse and runs away. Hiding in the mountains of Tennessee, she discovers that her horse, Helper, has many extraordinary gifts. Her plan is to stay in isolation until she turns 18. However, Helper leads other people into her life on the mountain. Even though she makes some questionable choices based on her experience as an abused child, she learns valuable lessons.She also finds love that she never imagined possible for anyone, especially herself.This is a story that will inspire young people who have been in abusive situations. They will be able to see how Pamela overcomes her emotional baggage to become a well-adjusted adult who is able to love and be loved.Malinda Mitchell resides in Mississippi with her husband Alton, has four grown children, a fourteen-year-old son, and eight grandchildren. Malinda has been writing fiction for all ages for more than thirty-eight years. She began writing when her oldest child was two years old. When she wrote a story she would put it in a folder. Years later, when she bought a computer she published her stories. Malinda’s favorite interests are spending time with family and friends, writing, and still-life oil painting. Among her books and Amazon Shorts, Malinda was published in the 2008 summer and 2009 spring issues of Once Upon A Time Magazine.Young Adults, 11 and older

Weird things start to happen almost immediately after their arrival and Magenta finds herself unable to ignore the spooky events at the castle - 'possessed' teachers, a secret tunnel, strange whisperings and the forbidden tower...This book tells the tale of the Legend of Horiblissa and of Magenta's endeavours to unravel the mysterious incidents that are happening at Oribliss Castle, whilst up against the school bullies, led by the spoilt brat Alwin Simpson-Slithers.

Life has dealt fifteen-year-old Lizzarda Lexx a raw deal. With no parents, few friends and in trouble with the authorities, she's always on the run - that is until she arrives at Swallows' Rest. At last a new and stable life is offered with caring foster parents and new teenagers to be friends with. But unable to resist the call of the wild, she succumbs to her rebellious streak and when she finds herself in the wrong company, discovers her paranormal powers... This is the first novella in an urban fantasy trilogy featuring chameleon girl, Lizzarda Lexx. Enjoy teenage fiction at its most exciting and follow the thrills and spills of Lizzarda's life through all three editions as she discovers how useful it can be to change colour like a chameleon and camouflage herself when the need arises...

Harley was a miniature dachshund who loved to annoy cats until he unexpectedly found a small egg. As Harley’s mother had taught him well, he knew that the egg contained a living being. He knew that whatever was in the egg was now an orphan and that it would need warmth and protection so it could be born. Harley also knew that the life inside the egg would need care after it hatched. Will Harley be able to save the egg? This is a sweet story about love, respecting life, and taking on responsibility. Harley and the Egg can be used to teach children that with all of God's creatures, life starts before it appears outside of the egg or mother. It teaches the importance of taking care of all God's creatures even before they are born. Malinda Mitchell has been writing stories for children much of her life. Malinda is married to her husband Alton, has five children and eight grandchildren. She has been writing fiction for all ages for more than forty years. This will be the eighth book that Tex Ware has published for Malinda. Corey Colombin, is a columnist, published author, and illustrator. She lives with her busy family in the mountains of Colorado. Ages 3-7

After being abused in the foster care system for nine years, 16 year old Pamela Reager steals a horse and runs away. Hiding in the mountains of Tennessee, she discovers that her horse, Helper, has many extraordinary gifts. Her plan is to stay in isolation until she turns 18. However, Helper leads other people into her life on the mountain. Even though she makes some questionable choices based on her experience as an abused child, she learns valuable lessons. She also finds love that she never imagined possible for anyone, especially herself. This is a story that will inspire young people who have been in abusive situations. They will be able to see how Pamela overcomes her emotional baggage to become a well-adjusted adult who is able to love and be loved. Malinda Mitchell resides in Mississippi with her husband Alton, has four grown children, a fourteen-year-old son, and eight grandchildren. Malinda has been writing fiction for all ages for more than thirty-eight years. She began writing when her oldest child was two years old. When she wrote a story she would put it in a folder. Years later, when she bought a computer she published her stories. Malinda’s favorite interests are spending time with family and friends, writing, and still-life oil painting. Among her books and Amazon Shorts, Malinda was published in the 2008 summer and 2009 spring issues of Once Upon A Time Magazine. Young Adults, 11 and older