Books published by publisher BalboaPressAU

Rose dreamed about becoming a famous musician. She loved to dance, draw, and dress up. She painted musical notes on the wall in her room in Brooklyn, where she looked out the window at her neighborhood and daydreamed. She was finishing fourth grade, and lately Rose hadn't felt so good about herself, her drawings, and her dreams about becoming a musician. She often thought, I'm nobody. I'm nothing. No one loves me. I don't even deserve to live. One morning as Rose was leaving the house her father called out to her, "Your Aunt Olive is coming to stay with us for the summer." Rose said, "Wow, the whole summer? Aunt O is so cool!" But to herself, she thought, I'm not cool at all. What if she doesn't like me anymore? I have to think of interesting things to say. It was a really hot summer. On the day after she arrived, Aunt O took Rose to Rockaway Beach. They ate strawberry popsicles on the boardwalk, walked along the beach picking up seashells, and did yoga together. Aunt O said, "I'm having so much fun with you, Gorgeous-Face!" Rose stood a little taller and thought, Am I gorgeous?

"Sharley wasn't my best friend forever. That's just because Sharley wouldn't have the chance at forever. None of us do, of course. But Sharley left me at an age when it had never occurred to us that we might not have a forever." Enjoy spending quality time with Sharley and Kate in the innocence of midwest, rural Iowa during the late '50s and early '60s. Experience Sharley's endearing antics and the enduring friendship that lives on in the lessons that can be learned from it. Share in this delightful journey of both human and spiritual growth. Then continue on in your own life as "keeper of all of Sharley's lessons."

Meditation is a space to self witness, to recognize the energy you are resonating, and therefore the experiences you are attracting. Teaching our children this invaluable practice allows them to feel empowered to express their beautiful individuality & to understand personal accountability, as they are the creators of there life journey. This is a special time on planet Earth when the new generations coming in are born remembering their Divine purpose. May we hold a space of respect & equality for the littles so they may joyously accomplish their mission to anchor more love & compassion into the human community for the well being of all. Namaste... Mercy

160,000 kids don't go to school everyday because they live in fear of being bullied. 75% of the kids at school are aware of it taking place. Who's responsible? What can be done? Words Hit Hard as a Fist, With 18 Tips on How to STOP Being Bullied, is a book that shows the reader what to do so getting an education is not a death sentence. Kids need to be able to turn to something that will give them advice when a parent or teacher is not available. We all try to be there for our kids, but it's not always possible. This book will give your teenager sound advice when you're not at home.

Set in Italy in the year 1977, The Road to Chianti follows two young orphans as they struggle to find a place to call home. When their parents are killed in a devastating accident on the eve of the Epiphany, nine-year-old Alessandra DeSantis and her older brother, Salvatore, are left alone. With no one to care for them, the children soon end up in a run-down orphanage far from their home in Chianti. Still emotionally scarred from losing their parents, they now face an even greater challenge-the cruel Agostina, who works Alessandra and Salvatore to the point of exhaustion. Deciding they must escape, Alessandra and Salvatore flee in the night and unknowingly embark on a harrowing adventure across the Italian countryside. With Agostina's goons hot on their trail, Alessandra and Salvatore vow to do whatever it takes to survive, and above all else, find their way home to Chianti. But one nagging question always hangs over them-what will they find when they finally get home? An action-packed journey through cobblestone streets, dark forests, and gorgeous piazzas, The Road to Chianti explores the power of love to triumph over adversity and the importance of having a place to call your own.

The Kingdom of Ning is a bedtime read fantasy (4 - 8), that's fun for children and adults. Plus . . . it's a book to color! We meet a rare male calico cat in Story One. An orphan, Calico roams Ning, in a world older than Mother Earth, looking for food and friendship. He adopts a tough guy approach to life until he meets a dove, Coo, from The Kingdom of Snag. She shows him how terrific life can be if only he will lose the attitude. And further, a great horned owl, Hootie, teaches Calico a lesson about humility. In Story Two, we meet the new King of Ning during his glorious inaugural parade. Citizens and creatures from neighboring kingdoms come to strut their stuff. Calico and Coo become friends with the King's pets, Snowflake and Minnie Dew. While visiting the Mountain people with his pets, he sets a skiing accident in motion, but Calico, Coo, and Hootie save the day . . . and his skin. He is young and inexperienced, so the chubby King learns the hard way what it takes to become a benevolent leader. During the tales, Calico experiences the gamut of feelings from loneliness to pure joy. A mother said: My kids ask to hear these stories over and over, and they love to color the whimsical illustrations. It's a book you'll want your kids to enjoy and talk about" Kim Donahue, Veterinarian Technician

While studying the astrological birth charts of all the US presidents, I discovered that those of the thirteen modern US presidents, from Franklin Roosevelt to Barack Obama, all had the natal Sun (the planet most associated with one’s basic identity) making an aspect (certain designated degrees between two planets) to their natal Neptune. This was surprising since I would have thought that politicians, particularly those aspiring to the presidency, would have an overwhelming emphasis on the Sun-Mars aspect, but not on the Sun-Neptune aspect. What I discovered in my research was that good politicians are not warriors (Sun-Mars) per se who use the techniques of warfare to muscle their way through adversity. Rather, they are good actors (Sun-Neptune) who are essentially chameleons (Sun-Neptune) operating in the foggy (Neptune) realm of subtlety (Neptune) and seduction, using their sensitivity (Neptune) and charm (Neptune) to serve their intuitive (Neptune) sides to try to achieve their goals. It became apparent that a good politician is excellent at assuming different roles in order to fit a given political situation and move his agenda forward. The Sun in aspect to Neptune is not unusual, but there is no aggregate population that has 100 percent of its members with this aspect like the modern presidents. I was intrigued with this occurrence and thus set out to research their individual biographies to see just how this aspect played out in their lives. After all, it seemed to be almost a prerequisite for being elected to the modern Oval Office.

Who sounds the chimes? Who sends warm-blanket hugs? Where do happiness, bravery, and kindness come from? What are those tiny, colored lights that pass before your eyes? Look around! That perfect white feather in the grass is a sign! That gentle butterfly fluttering freely in the sun whispers, "An angel is near". Angels are everywhere! Taking many forms, they convey their divine love. It's up to you to decode their heavenly message. As an angel in training, you are invited on a playful journey into the angelic realm. Summon your divine spirit. Laugh, breathe, release; only then will you too know the value of Angel Thinking. Drawing on life experiences, Lorelei introduces her young readers to a host of Archangels. Bringing gifts from the spirit world they guide us through life's joys and setbacks. Archangel Gabriel provides strength and courage. Ariel bids us discover the gifts of Mother Earth. Raphael eases pain, and Sandaphlon reminds us to be loving. Angel Thinking is a guide to finding our angels using all our senses and even a box of colored pencils. Lorelei reminds us that angels are always with us. Getting to know them helps us to better understand who we are and why we are here on earth. This special book makes a lovely "read together" for a parent and child. ~ Margaret J. Anderson, Author of In the Keep of Time trilogy, now in ebook. Angel Thinking is enchanting, and it has touched me deeply. I think it was written by an angel. ~ Robert Holden, Ph.D, author of Shift Happens, Happiness Now and Loveability

Secrets of Your Guardian Angels will open your heart to the angels all around you and will teach you how to hear their messages. It is a spiritual guide that the children in your life will love . . . and that will change their lives forever. The simple yet profound story of such truth and told with such integrity! I just love it! Christina Cross Akashic Records teacher

At this time in history when life on Earth is threatened, it is imperative to prepare the children for the times ahead and teach them values that will set humanity on course to a healthier future. The Princess of Freedom teaches the living skills of forgiveness and tolerance so we may transcend our differences and create peace through understanding. It teaches children to serve as caretakers of Mother Earth, to appreciate the beauty of our natural world, and to recognize the wisdom of the animals as guides and teachers for humanity.

An enlightening, empowering, and electrifying ABC book for pre-K children to jumpstart their energy of play, creativity, and imagination through positive affirmations. Society has lost its focus on allowing our babies to be babies, to grow into who they are meant to be. Through make-believe, creativity, imagination, play, and exploration, All about Me and My ABC's is created to encourage parents, educators, practitioners, and caregivers to go back to the basics for pre-K children and set forth a solid foundation that promotes individual growth by instilling positive affirmations from the beginning of their childhood.