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Books with author Mark Ruben Abacajan

  • Sapphire: a Life That Almost Wasn't

    Lorrie Blitch, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    language (Trafford Publishing, Oct. 7, 2015)
    The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by how its animals are treated. Mahatma Ganhdi Each and every life has value and a purpose. Sapphire, a kitten of less than a day old, was abandoned and thrown into a Dumpster on a cold winter's night. She was rescued and raised by her human parents and has grown into a happy, playful cat that gives her owners much happiness and joy. Little did her new human owners know that Sapphire had a secret that they would soon find out.
  • A Boy in a Wheelchair

    Mary Benedict, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    eBook (Xlibris US, May 11, 2017)
    My book, A Boy in a Wheelchair, is a story about my son, Connor. The story goes through the struggles and joy of managing life with a broken leg. It may be helpful to parents out there who are going through a similar journey with a loved one who has been injured or struggling in some way. The story can be enjoyed by anyone of any age! The story touches on how to work together as a family, to accept help from others, and to have faith.I enjoyed writing this book, and I am excited to share the story with others!
  • Hurtsy: The Harrowed Hedgehog

    Cindy Graves, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    eBook (Xlibris US, May 1, 2018)
    This is the story of a bullied hedgehog who initially experiences self-critical feelings of guilt and shame over her intrinsic protective qualities. She eventually learns that her defenses provide natural consequences, which are beneficial to both the bullies and herself. As with all the books in the Stories for Children and their Adults series, this story is written in a delightful sing-song style and can be enjoyed by children and adults alike, although it can also be used as a tool to explore deeper issues. Specifically, this story deals with the abuse cycle, victimization, low self-esteem, and setting boundaries.
  • Olyvianna: The Incontinent Octopus

    Cindy Graves, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    eBook (Xlibris US, Nov. 8, 2017)
    This is a story about how a young octopus learns to control her ink by releasing it at the appropriate time and place. As with all the books in the Stories for Children and Their Adults series, this story is written in a delightful sing-song style and can be enjoyed by both children and adults alike. It can also be used as a tool to explore deeper issues. Specifically, this story deals with how to gain control over oneself by expression rather than repression.
  • Wally: The Woeful Walrus

    Cindy Graves, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    eBook (Xlibris US, June 6, 2018)
    Sometimes bad things happen. Sometimes rescue never comes. Sometimes circumstances dont meet expectations. Sometimes we can only change from within and grow. As with all the books in the Stories for Children and Their Adults series, this story is written in a delightful singsong style and can be enjoyed by both children and adults alike, yet it can also be used as a tool to explore deeper issues. Specifically, this story deals with loss and abandonment and how an internal change of perspective can make all the difference.
  • Rudy the Baby Donkey

    Shelly Wilson, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    eBook (Xlibris US, Nov. 20, 2014)
    Based on real events, Rudy, The Baby Donkey is the story of a little donkey who is rejected by the herd he is born into.After being rescued by a rancher and his wife, Rudy must rely on an adoptive donkey family and human caretakers to help him grow up safely. Rudy, the real donkey that is the subject of the story, is now fully recovered from his injuries, and is a healthy baby donkey. When he is completely grown, Rudy will re-join his herd, and will live a successful life as a pack donkey.
  • Harold and Walnut

    Ann-Marie Davison, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    eBook (Xlibris NZ, Sept. 19, 2016)
    Harold and Walnut are two cattle, but theyre not ordinary cattle. They are two very cute Highland cattle who like to have funlots of fun.Follow their mischievous adventure in author Ann-Marie Davisons Harold and Walnut. They get into all sorts of things and places. RaRa, their owner, has a busy and hilarious day chasing them around and wishing them to behave.Told in verse and beautifully illustrated, Harold and Walnut is a fun story to read or have read to you.
  • Bigfoot’S Little Feet

    Maggie O'Donnell, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    eBook (Xlibris US, Jan. 9, 2017)
    Everybody knows about Bigfoot, even your great-aunt Agnes! But what most people dont know is that Bigfoot isnt very big. Hes actually quite small, so small that youre probably taller than him! This is why most people never see him, because he can quickly duck into small shrubbery without being noticed.Most people think he has glowing red eyes. This is also not true. Bigfoots eyes are chocolate-brown.However, the legends did get one thing right: his feet are very, very big. So big that theyre twice as long as he is tall!Deep in the woods, where all the Foots live, there was one Bigfoot whose feet were not very big. They were only half as long as he was tall. His name was Toby.Every morning, before school, Toby would take his dads big shoes and stuff them with pillows so that his feet would look bigger. But his mom always caught him before he could get out the door.Poor Toby always got made fun of because of his small feet. The other Foots never let him sit by them or play with them. They teased him and called him little foot, which hurt his feelings.
  • Charlie and Harley

    Barbara McCauley, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    eBook (Xlibris AU, )
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  • Natie and the Unconquerable Sheila

    Ilett O'Connor, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    eBook (Xlibris US, April 25, 2015)
    The story of Natie and the baby dinosaur Sheila.
  • The Otis Handbook

    Stan Kuzviwanza, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    Paperback (Xlibris Corp, April 26, 2017)
    This book is my first attempt at recounting the joys and tribulations of a meaningful interaction with my grandson, Johnson Okorie.There are no words to describe my pride and joy at unravelling the potential genius of a three year old and marvel at the development of an inquisitive mind as mental maturity ensues.I also dedicate this book to the 47% of grandparents who take time to embark on this challenging journey we call Early Childhood Education.
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  • The Rich Family Penny Says Goodbye

    Carmen Martins, Mark Ruben Abacajan

    eBook (Xlibris US, July 24, 2015)
    This book helps children deal with grief,the loss of a loved one. This story wascreated for some fans of the Rich FamilySeries, Kayla and Allison Selsing. These girlsgranddad was dying and they thought thisbook would be a good way to help childrenwith their grief. This beloved granddad wasdearly loved and shall live forever in theirhearts. This book is dedicated to the lovingmemory of Robert Hendrie.