Books with author Sue Cunningham

As immigration and naturalization processes continue to dominate U.S. news headlines and political rhetoric, the tangible fear of having one's family torn apart is only growing greater for those who flock to the United States for work, education, or refuge. This book looks at both legal and undocumented immigration and explores the challenges faced by local and federal government officials, by different types of workers, and by the children of green card or visa holders. This is a balanced overview of deportation, those it may involve, and how it works.

Colorful pirates, SuRana-- a shape-shifting puma, and an old Cajun guide named Mud Bug join Cynthia and Gus as they explore the Curse of the Bayou. The latest quest for the adventurous, twelve-year-old best friends finds them in a Louisiana bayou. There, they search for answers in the disappearance of Cynthia's great-grandfather, Beau Connor, who was on his way down the Mississippi River to sell a flatboat full of produce. With the help of a magic trunk in Cynthia's attic, this time-traveling duo venture back to 1914 New Orleans. The warm welcome and advice from old friend, Gabriella, is small comfort when Mud Bug warns them to stay away from Buzzard Jack LaBuse, the meanest, orneriest pirate this side of the Mississippi, his gang of misfits, Snags, Darby, and Salty Sam, their thieving parrot mascot. A trip to the Connor's Southern Indiana farm reveals a strange connection between Beau and Buzzard Jack, and a family curse that might be responsible for Cynthia's great-grandfather's disappearance. Returning to New Orleans, a harrowing ride on a roller coaster sends them farther back in time to 1844, straight into the clutches of the evil pirate, fighting for their lives. A mysterious treasure and heart-stopping adventure lead to a final confrontation in the girls' mission to save Great Granddaddy Beau.

Cynthia and Gus have solved a lot of mysteries across time, but something is seriously wrong and things are beginning to unravel.Aunt Belle is missing…again! Cynthia’s great-grandfather, Beau, was never found! And now they are wondering if Blackie is still making life miserable for Lilly and Annie? This time, the twelve-year-old girls journey into a strange woods full of frightening creatures and dark secrets in search of answers.From Aunt Belle's cottage to a small village in France, they meet new friends and discover a connection to New Orleans that may lead to the devious source behind these alarming developments. Or bigger trouble."You have to read the series of Cynthia's Attic, it's AMAZING! Thank you soooo much for sharing your gift!" –Your Fan, Aubree "This wonderfully imaginative tale will delight readers. I wish I had a magic attic!" –Laura Schaefer, author of The Teashop Girls "Everyone will love this intriguing story of time travel. It left me wanting more!" –Bobbie Hinman, Author of The Fart Fairy

This is a new story for children by a new KDP author.The story centres around a self-important little dog named Bawrds who lives on a farm in Drommoud with a number of other dogs. He has an obsession and passion for all kinds of food. As he gets older he becomes extremely bossy and dictates in all manner of ways to John his owner. He excels in school and becomes established in the local community. Four children feature throughout the story and they have various escapades with Bawrds and the other dogs in the area. The dogs manage to ward off thieves on one occasion and on another they have a hair raising trip to the village for medicine for John. The dogs create havoc in the city library when they visit it and make a daring raid for food to a city butcher’s cold room store. At one point in the story the oldest dog on the farm dies and the rest of the dogs and children come to grips with this event. Then they take part in the rescue of a child at the beach and shortly after that the most gentle and nervous dog in the story dies unexpectedly in a fire at the farmhouse. After the fire John decides to move to his original home area and his new puppy there gets attacked by the crusty old neighbour’s mongrels. It is while she is recuperating that Bawrds becomes more attached to her. The old neighbour mellows and becomes good friends with John. He pays particular attention to John’s widowed sister when she comes to visit the children. Other relationships developing are hinted at. At the very end of the story Bawrds becomes a daddy and crusty old Ebenezer’s mongrel bitch also has puppies much to the delight of all. Ebenezer becomes a little infatuated with Mother and life goes on. The wheels keep turning.

Should descendants of slaves be compensated for the suffering their ancestors endured? Should the losing side in a war be forced to pay the victor? When modern-day states confront long-ago atrocities, is acknowledgement and an apology enough? This fascinating examination of reparations offers opinions by leading experts on such past injustices as the Holocaust, the slave trade, the Armenian genocide, the forced relocation of Native Americans, and the Imperial Japanese Army s comfort women. An asset to any library, Reparations takes on the very uncomfortable issue of how governments and individuals can reckon with sins of the past. Bibliography, Detailed Table of Contents, Further Information Section, Index, Sidebars, Websites.

This timely anthology examines the use of drones by the military, law enforcement, border patrol, and civilians. Articles condoning the use of drones in military engagements abroad are balanced with reportage of civilian deaths and resulting creation of more terrorists. Pieces touting the effectiveness of drones in domestic surveillance are countered by assertions that they violate Americans civil liberties. Opinions about the pros and cons of drone use in securing our borders, as well as the potential benefits and dangers of their commercial use, will add to readers deep understanding of this complex issue.

"On the surface, fracking, or hydraulic fracturing, seems like a perfect solution to the country's energy crises. It is a relatively easy and independent way to supply natural gas. But controversies surround the practice. The process involved in fracking has been shown to be harmful to the environment and a threat to our public health. Do the benefits of fracking outweigh the costs? Can improvements be made to the process that would eliminate its dangers? Should the government get more involved in regulating fracking, or should it be up to the people?"--Amazon.com.

Should descendants of slaves be compensated for the suffering their ancestors endured? Should the losing side in a war be forced to pay the victor? When modern-day states confront long-ago atrocities, is acknowledgement and an apology enough? This fascinating examination of reparations offers opinions by leading experts on such past injustices as the Holocaust, the slave trade, the Armenian genocide, the forced relocation of Native Americans, and the Imperial Japanese Army s comfort women. An asset to any library, Reparations takes on the very uncomfortable issue of how governments and individuals can reckon with sins of the past. Bibliography, Detailed Table of Contents, Further Information Section, Index, Sidebars, Websites.

Embarrassing others to correct their behavior is nothing newstockades and tarring and feathering were favored methods in colonial America, after all. But today, individuals and the media can point out egregious behavior via social media and reach a wide audience. There are countless examples of people who have lost their jobs and received physical threats because of shaming that went viral. Did the punishment fit the crime? Through a multitude of viewpoints and examples, readers will examine the value of public shaming: Is it an effective disciplinary tool or simply a way for people to feel morally superior?