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When I decided to write a book for Scarlett, it had to be about her favorite bird, the Owl. I knew little about them, so had to research them. I planned at first that I, as an artist, would illustrate the book. I then realized that, even though I am an animal artist, I would find the owls very difficult. Then I remembered my dear friend, Roberta Davis, who I knew could do a fantastic job. So I called her and happily she agreed to do the illustration. My job, surprisingly, would be the easy one. I knew I had to accomplish three things. 1. Who would be my heroin, 2. what would her problem be, and 3. how would it be solved. When these three were solved, I knew I had to have a lesson in self-faith taught to Ally. Being computer illiterate, I spent months trying to link the pictures to my story line. Not having a program that would do this, I had to find another way. Finally, it all came together and we are both very happy with the results.

The championship season is resting on the shoulders of Todd Perry as the clock winds down to the final seconds of the title game. Most people in this small Texas town hardly knew him before this football season. Author Larry Turner in his new novel, The Passing of the Gibbous Moon, introduces you to a story of heroism, adventure, and love that will touch readers of all ages. Football hero Todd Perry finds a new meaning to life when his skills help save cheerleader, Denise Poole and begins to open his eyes about love. This in turn initiates a deep desire to find himself. A senior year that started on the football field is filled with startling developments that changes lives. This is a heartwarming story of two young people from opposite backgrounds that become intermingled with each other. Readers will find themselves becoming personally involved in this moving novel, The Passing of the Gibbous Moon.

In this fantasy of Plant World some corn, resenting their routine lives, wanted a chance at freedom and adventure. Follow as they go ‘a-wandering where they did not belong.’ About the Author: Yvette Griffith is a writer of various materials, ranging from songs, plays, and stories for children. She actively juggles a professional career with literary activities. She is also an aspiring voice artist and songwriter. The six children’s books she penned in 2004 have been republished. Her list of published works includes Adventures of the Wandering Corn; Beatrice Bamfield: a folk tale; She rode a Prize Horse into Town; The Boy who had an Unusual Name; and When Mother had to work on Christmas Day. These were published along with Scholastic Performances: a compilation of musical plays and verses. The mother of three resides in New York City.

Lukan (his family and friends call him Luke) is a four year- old rottweiler that believes in the values of character. Luke has friends and family that help him introduce the fourteen different characters that he shows on a daily basis. Luke feels it is important enough for children to learn these values early, so they can grow to be people who are kind, good, and with great character.

A parcel of land was gifted to a granddaughter from her loving grandparents after she married and started a family. On this land was a Sassafras tree that she had watched grow since she was a child. This is the story of the changes the girl and the tree went through together and the memories made and shared. LYNNETTE RANDOLL grew up on her grandparent’s dairy farm, creating many fond memories. She has lived in the small town of Bloomsdale, Missouri since she was two years old, when her family returned to her mother’s childhood home. She worked in the City of St. Louis until her daughter was born and has since held many local jobs including work at St. Agnes Catholic School, a local feed store, and bartending at Dew Drop Inn. She is currently the City Clerk in Bloomsdale, Missouri, a position she has held since 2006.

Booker Geez goes from the free-spirited world of the clothing industry to the restriction and the chaos of juvenile detention in a true Bronx Tale of a fathers love for his children. As a juvenile counselor Booker is confronted with his moral judgement and his obligatory responsibilities while becoming more institutionalized than the children he is paid to protect. ­ is tell all book is a glance into the crooked world of city agencies that oppress those on their payroll and neglect needs of the children under their care. When society asked the question, "Where the Wild ­ Things Are?" ­ e answer is that they are in detention. With the school-to-prison pipeline that exist in this country Locked Up and Put Away has the potential to educate parents and their teenage children on the dangers and toxic atmosphere that thrive these facilities. Locked Up and Put Away will attack street culture at its core and dispel the myth that going to jail is a rights-of passage for Black and Latino men. Locked Up and Put Away is a raw depiction of how life is on the inside of a secure detention, describing everything from the outfits to the slang used to communicate between the youth o enders, to the size of their rooms. This book is scared straight on paper and engages the reader in endless situations from incidents involving youth offenders placed in the facility, the staff responsible for their care and the administration watching over the staff. ­ This book has everything from sex, to drugs to hip-hop music as the backdrop with incidents involving street gangs that fight for control of the building against the juvenile counselors paid to control them. Readers are taken on a rollercoaster ride of jaw dropping events that come to a powerful conclusion at the hands of a system that has out lived its existence.

Five-year-old Lily has experienced life from just about every furry, four-legged angle possible. Her start in life was a "ruff" one. At the tender young age of just five weeks old, Lily was abandoned at an animal shelter. The ear-piercing loud barks of the big dogs left her feeling frightened and alone. Needless to say, it interfered with her beauty sleep as well. But then, everything changed. A nice man came along, looking for just the right puppy to call his own. Lily was ecstatic when he chose her! Princess of the palace, Lily's life was like a dream. That is until, the invasion of the sibling variety. The unsolicited addition of first one brother, then another. Join Lily as she struggles to adjust to sharing her castle... and her King.

A cute tale about a dog, cat, and a mouse and how they become friends and learn to help each other and work together. I hope this story will teach sharing, caring, and working together no matter who you are. No matter who you are or how you live we can all work together and care for one another, just like the Dog, Cat, and mouse do in this story. We should all enjoy life, be friends, work together, and care for one another.

There comes a time in life when one is under the distinct impression that she knows everything there is to learn. I am fortunate that my learning process began at a young age, and at this very moment, I continue to evolve – to learn. I have only come this far by humbling myself and realizing that I do not know everything. I must continue to live through every blow that life throws at me; and every heartbreak that is to be endured. There is no way to get around any of it, but to learn from all of it. Herein lies the essence of “Beginner’s Mind”.

This is a charming book that subtly teaches children about loss and how beautiful every person is. Just like a bubble. An easy-to-read and digest treasure that should be in every classroom and library across the country. - Allen Klein, Author of Embracing Life After Loss and Learning to Laugh When You Fell Like CryingThis is a gentle story about a sweet and loving Grandma who provides a cushion of caring and comfort for her granddaughter. What at first seems silly turns out to be smart. A good example for all of us. - Steve Wislon/Psychologist/The Joyologist/Cheerman of the Bored/Director-National Humor MonthThis magical bubble book will indelibly etch its way into the hearts and souls of everyone, young and old. The bubble love will make coming to terms with loss a little easier. - Joel L. Schwartz M.D., DFAPA, CLL-EThis book shows all creatures are unique in life in their passing. It opens the lines of communication and connection and to those who grieve. A must have for hospitals, military families, schools and grief centers! - Rachelle Harvey LCPC CADC Clinical Supervisor Army Substance Abuse Program

Jimmy the Giraffe gets some dirt on his neck and Howie the Horse gets Jimmy to check. But since his neck is so long and he can’t get it clean, he dreams to be a horse while he avoids being seen. He makes a new friend named Bobo the Mouse who lives in the barn with Mimi his spouse. Then Howie returned with a brush and a pail and cleaned Jimmy up all the way to his tail. Told in rhyme, Jimmy the Giraffe is the first book in the Rescue Ranch Children’s Book Series. It offers the advice that it’s better to be yourself than to try to be something you’re not.

It’s the winter of 1949 and five-year old Robin is very sick with pneumonia. His family takes him to the Toronto hospital where he receives good care from the nurses and doctors. Though his father works hard during the day, he is always sure to visit Robin and read him stories. One night, dad wakes Robin to share a special letter he received. It’s from Santa Claus, and it tells the little boy about the exciting things happening at the North Pole in preparation for Christmas. That heartwarming letter from Santa is just what Robin needs to get better and leave the hospital in time for Christmas.