Books with author Mary Ann Hoberman

Kyle Busch is part of a famous racing dynasty. His father and grandfather were both racecar drivers, and his brother is also a NASCAR favorite. This book tells the story of this racing champion, who races in three different NASCAR seriesNationwide, Sprint Cup, and Camping World Truck. Kyle has won over 20 races in the three series, making him one of the most talented drivers on the track today.

"If you re sleepy in the jungle""And you wish to find a pillow, ""Take a friendly word of warning: ""DO NOT USE AN ARMADILLO!" Covering everything from centipedes to whales, from swinging on swings to ice-skating in winter, from eating applesauce to celebrating birthdays, the delightful poems in this extensive collection convey the experiences of childhood with a fresh timelessness."

At the age of sixteen, Marc Hoberman moved from Yonkers, New York, to Hollywood, Florida. Moving away from his friends was hard enough, but being diagnosed with epilepsy shortly thereafter was even harder. Marc’s story follows him from high school up to his present-day life as an author, teacher, husband, and father. His struggles with seizures, toxic medications, and loneliness were a certain recipe for disaster. Marc’s sense of humor, support network, and successful search for a doctor who would save his life prompted him to make his private story public. Marc’s message of turning his struggle into a strength will certainly resonate with teens and parents alike.Praise for Adversity Defeated:A candid, beautifully written and marvelous tale of facing one’s teenage years with a serious, chronic and misunderstood ailment. –Jack Magnus for Reader’s FavoriteMarc Hoberman’s story empowers people to overcome adversity. –WCBS Radio (Top 50 Human Interest Stories of 2017)