Books with author Monica

This is the first book in a series of stories about Freckles, a friendly, huggable cocker spaniel named for the cute brown spots on his nose, who sets out to see the world one adventure at a time. His first stop is Grand Cayman Island and his only wish is to see the stingrays. Read to find out if Freckles gets his wish and meet his new friends who show him around the island: Tim Turtle, Sandy Piper, Iggy, the blue iguana, and Captain Bob. Stay tuned for further adventures with Freckles. Coming soon........

The last oasis of relative peace in Hune, Tundra has remained untouched by years of battle. The inhabitants face reality as hopeless soldiers return home for a last stand. Leaders have fallen and the King issues new orders in a final attempt to change the course of the war. New alliances must overcome contempt between races in order to save themselves. Some believe that there is magic left in Hune, but prophecies have foretold their destruction. As the people of Tundra cling to survival through hardships in the desert, the Colonel's son must find a way to believe again on a journey that starts alone.In the forest another battle emerges. In order to turn the tide of war, they must discover themselves before it is too late. The seeds of destruction were sown long before anyone realized it, but hope must take root now to save Hune.

In a world before social networks made it a routine act performed with a click, “like” is a state of mystery and meaning among teenagers navigating the halls of Wadena Senior High School. Fifteen-year-old Monica is sure she would be happy if only she had a boyfriend, but first she endures a litany of boys who think flirting is accomplished with insults and other shenanigans. After her first kiss, performed on a dare and described in the pages of Dear Diary as “the pits! Gross! Dirty!” Monica learns the truth about French kissing from a charming outsider. Navigating relationships and learning the meaning of like—or love—is far trickier.Set in a “hick town” on the windswept plains of Minnesota where a teenager’s social calendar is marked by basketball games, cafeteria dances and playing Pac-Man at the bowling alley arcade, Truth, Dare, Double Dare, Promise or Repeat examines the fateful year Monica devotes to reeling in a keeper of a boyfriend like so much walleye. With self-deprecating humor, authenticity and awkward details captured on the pages of the diaries Monica faithfully kept at the time, it’s a story that reminds us what it feels like to be a teenager again, grappling with timeless questions of desire, loyalty and finding answers.This book is for every teenager trying to navigate the maze of finding true love, or at least true “like,” and for every woman who grew up in the ’80s who might have forgotten all she learned during those seemingly simpler times.

The Little Angel Christmas MiracleMerry Christmas Everybody! Far above the Earth, way up in the sky, exist special angels. They play and work among the clouds, even fixing broken clouds when they occur. From where they live, they can see all that happens on the Earth below and have insight into just what someone or something may need to make their lives brighter.When one special little angel is chosen for the most special job of all this Christmas season, he takes his duties very, very seriously and uses his special abilities to make things happy and bright on Earth.Known for painting the skies with vibrant colors, the little angel is tasked to spread cheer to a dark, dank town on Earth, where fun and good cheer no longer exist for one lone dog and a very hungry boy.The dog's family can't get him out of his funk. They tempt him with scrumptious delights and decorate their home with most the fitting Christmas décor, but the dog still slumps on the floor, oblivious to all. On the other side of town exists a boy, very sad like the dog. The littlest angel works his magic and spreads good will and cheer to this place where happiness had been missing for far too long. Soon, all that seemed dark and gloomy will become vibrant and alive with love. Santa's littlest angel knows just what to do to make the sadness and the hunger disappear in this town and make this Christmas happy and extra special for all. ** Scroll up and grab your copy now** (Free with Kindle Unlimited)Tags:: (Christmas Stories) (Christmas Picture Books) (Bedtime Stories / Beginner Readers) (Christmas Books for Kids) (Christmas Books for Children) (Christmas) (Christmas for Kids) (Christmas Books) (Christmas Festival) (Christmas Kids) (Free Pictures) (Christmas Books 2014)

Everything in Gabriel Kane Foster's life is shady: his family's move from California to Hawaii immediately after his sister dies, his parents' strange relationship with the relatives, and the fact that his deranged Mother is constantly carrying his sister around in a bottle. And then there are the secrets. So many family secrets. Can Gabe stay strong while adjusting to his new life without Makena? “Makena’s Shadow” is a Young Adult novel that takes place in Pupukea on the famed North Shore of O’ahu. It is a coming of age story written from the point of view of a thirteen (and-a-half) year-old boy who, born and raised in the mainland, is forced to immerse himself in the culture of his ancestors. Without his older sister beside him, or his grieving parents to guide him, he finds himself lost, angry, and alone in a world that doesn’t make sense to him. When his cousins challenge him, he takes them on and discovers the depth and beauty of his heritage, the calm that the ocean brings, and the excitement of the sport of outrigger canoe paddling."Lee does a commendable job capturing the voice of a disaffected teenage boy. Gabe’s struggles come across as authentic and true to life... vibrant depictions of Hawaiian culture and language—vital to the characters’ lives—are skillfully blended into the story... a worthwhile glimpse into a colorful culture." --Kirkus Reviews"Lee deftly presents teenage angst and the feelings of being uprooted from home and dropped in a completely new environment. Her portrayal of Hawaiian culture is honest and straightforward... Employing a realistic writing style, Lee authentically describes how many people deal with grief and change. This comedic and fast-paced coming-of-age story is engaging...A great title for those looking to add diverse works to their collection." --School Library Journal

A proud, gifted young man learns to overcome abuse. Dane, a high-school senior and ski team standout, is in a rehabilitation clinic in Florida, a thousand miles from his home in upstate New York. Guillain-Barre syndrome has paralyzed him completely, and doctors don't know when—or if—he'll regain the use of his body. When Anya, a young, no-nonsense woman, enters Dane's room and introduces herself as his physical therapist, Dane promptly sends her away. He's confident that he'll overcome this freakish illness without her superior attitude. Dane finds his occupational therapist more agreeable, and the two make quick progress on Dane's upper extremities. His legs are another matter. Dane understands quickly that if he wants to ski—or walk—again, he'll need to work with Anya. She and Dane reluctantly agree to develop his body strength, but as his family's visit to check his progress gets nearer, tension mounts. Dane's disdain for his friends, his family, and even his girlfriend grows clear, and his father's intolerance for failure becomes a consuming preoccupation. When the day of the visit arrives, a lifetime of subtle abuse either will cause Dane's icy mind to crack, or the young man will learn to thaw. An intense pain, tingling and electric, suddenly needles into my right calf, making me flinch. My breathing tries to speed up on me, but I catch it, forcing it back into the right rhythm. I close my teeth onto the insides of my cheeks and focus. Never lose control. —FROM THE BOOK