Books published by publisher Rosedog Books

The Spider and the Christmas TreeBy: Sonia StrockyjThe family was poor and, even though they had a Christmas tree, they couldn’t afford to decorate it with ornaments as they have done in the past. And so, on Christmas Eve, the mother and her children went to bed knowing that they would have a bare Christmas tree on Christmas morning. The spider in the home heard the mother’s prayers and saw the children’s sad faces and decided they would not see the Christmas tree bare in the morning. The spider created beautiful webs on the Christmas tree, decorating it with elegant and beautiful silky patterns.About the Author Sonia Strockyj is a native New Yorker who received her degree in education. After four years of teaching in New York, she moved to Eastern Europe with her husband and children. Many of her books were inspired by living abroad. Sonia resides now in Pennsylvania with her children. She is an educator specialist in a public school and behavior therapist in a local family center.

Gulliver the Traveling Gecko is a story about a gecko, a lizard mainly found in southern regions. Since this is not a well-known animal, Mary Ann Donovan thought it would be an interesting and fun story for little ones. On a recent day trip to a nearby beach town, a gecko spent the entire day on and in the author's car. This made the trip both surprising and enjoyable for both the author and the Gecko she named Gulliver. The best part of the story was the fact that Donovan was able to bring Gulliver back to its original surroundings. About the Author Author Mary Ann Donovan lived in Florida for several years. She has seen countless geckos but this was the first time she actually traveled with one. Having eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, she thought they and other children would enjoy this unique story. Donovan now resides in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she was born and raised and is pleased to be once again close to family. She has always wanted to write and this is her first book. When not writing, she is an avid reader, jazz buff and sports fan.

The first book of a series of three, Mom Isn't Lost & Butterflies Return is a story of a boy named Eli whose mom dies from cancer and how a loving Nana helps him and his little brother through this very difficult time. A new family in the neighborhood experiencing the passing of a loved one also becomes a help to Eli's family for a short time. The story illuminates the promise of God to bring new life even after the sorrow of death. About the Author M. Anetta Keys lives in Kentucky with her family. She is a fitness instructor, women's ministry leader, volunteer, and author. About the Illustrator Illustrator Kenyatta Melvin Lee Crawford can be contacted via email at melvinmogul@gmail.com or by phone at (706) 332-8630.

Eight-year-old Bradley Edwards doesn't think of himself as a troublemaker. He's a good kid with an imagination. He's smart. (He will tell you that when you meet him). He is quick to find ways to solve even the messiest problem. (He will tell you that, too). He is also good at creating problems. (He might not tell you that). Bradley lives by one rule: Be a kid! With the help of Bradley's little sister, Kara, best friend, Billy, and the family dog, Squirrel, there are plenty of misadventures in store. The Chicken Pox Capers, set in the days when life was simpler and the most advanced technology was the VCR, is a whimsical series of stories about a little boy who is certain he knows how his world should be ordered. Just ask him. He'll tell you...because he's smart!About the Author Horse enthusiast, writer, and retired piano teacher, Joanne's published writings include humorous fiction and non-fiction articles and short stories.In addition to a long-time career in music, Joanne holds a Master of Divinity Degree from Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, California, and is an ordained Presbyterian Minister.Joanne and her husband reside in California. They have two adult children, two granddaughters, two dogs, a horse, and a collective assortment of granddogs.

Let’s Go for a Drive was a book written to bring attention to the importance of driving safely. With a world absorbed with technology, it’s easy to lose focus. Teaching the basics of what to do and what we see when driving can leave a permanent, positive effect on our children. Whether it’s recognizing signs or emphasizing the importance of putting down the phone, Let’s Go for a Drive was written to instill these lessons in hopes of creating a safe environment for our future drivers.

I Don't Eat That is about a toddler who is discovering new things and is beginning to see things differently, especially food. JJ's motto is: "If it doesn't look good, it doesn't smell good, I know it doesn't taste good." That is his dinner speech. This book just gives a few details of comments and comical situations throughout the course of a week in dealings with JJ who is determined he will not eat the meal in front of him. About the Author Author Mecia McAllister is a loving mother of two sons who have filled her life with all the joy and love and entertainment life has to offer. They're so entertaining she decided to share her joys with the world. Every parent in any corner of the Earth can relate to the roller coaster ride of raising young angels. Roller coaster, yes, meaning fun, scary, full of thrills, and let's not forget those hills. The author and her children are from the coast of North Carolina and have lived a happy life there. Mecia spent a large amount of her childhood at parks, theme parks, skating rinks, and movie theaters, not to mention her hobbies, which have not changed, including her love for writing. Mecia's sons Brandon and Jonathan (JJ) are like day and night in personalities. Brandon is ahead of his time, no time for baby toys, just video games and sports and is mommy's big little helper kind of kid. JJ, whom the story is about, is more like an "if it looks dangerous, I should probably try it" kind of kid, and loves the park and makes friends easily. He is also an "if it is not chicken nuggets, it is not real food" kind of kid. Every parent can relate to JJ's story where at least one child in every family just won't eat what is put on the table without some type of challenge. Mecia just found her story entertaining and wanted to share the laughter with other parents whose dinner becomes a game show about what it is and what's in it, all to tell you they don't eat that. Enjoy.

Lauren and Her Nommy By: Caroline Bivins GunnIn this heartfelt, beautifully illustrated book, Caroline Bivins Gunn shows that special love between a grandmother and granddaughter. This is a “read it to me again” book. Gunn has always had the desire to write and publish her family-inspired stories. Grandmothers are that special gift that every family needs. This is a book that every little girl can enjoy. Sometimes, children can’t always pronounce words correctly, but what they do say is comical and sweet. This is what happened with Gunn’s her little granddaughter, Lauren. At the age of two, she tried to say grandmother, but out came “Nommy” and Gunn has been Nommy ever since. Every little girl can ca ll her grandmother “Nommy” because “Nommy” simply means grandmother – you are special to me! This book captures the personality of an innocent little girl full of affection, happiness, and humor. This little book will help us recapture those special times with a grandmotherAbout the AuthorCaroline Bivins Gunn is the second child of ten children, born in 1956 in a small town—Oak Hill, Florida. She married in 1978 to Tony Gunn and is now a mother of one daughter and has three grandchildren: Gaylin, Markus and Lauren. It is spending precious time with Lauren that inspired her to write Lauren and Her Nommy.

Sillie & Wawabird: Skipping Through Schoolby Belkis FinaletSillie and Wawabird are twin sisters who absolutely adore each other and just hate to be apart. Wawabird is the risk-taker of the two and often influences her sister in innocent, but mischievous ways. This book is about Wawabird taking an unwise risk by skipping class to impress her sister. As the story unfolds, they end up finding each other unexpectedly and learning an important lesson along the way.About the Author Belkis Finalet has written many stories about Sillie and Wawabird. Sillie & Wawabird: Skipping Through School is her first published children’s book. She began writing these stories in the late 1990s about herself and her twin sister.Belkis emigrated from Cuba with her family when she was two years old. She has since spent her life in southern California. She received a B.S. in Nutrition from the California Polytechnic State University and has spent the last fifteen years in the pharmaceutical industry.Belkis is married and resides in Long Beach, California. She loves to hike, garden, paint and spend time with family and friends.