Books published by publisher Xlibris NZ

See what happens when two young fairies decide to go to summer camp. The Fairy, the Witch and the Knight from the Crusade is a wonderful adventure for young readers.Two nine-year-old fairies, Daphne and Myrtle, attend a mortal school and go to the schools camp. While there, they find a castle in the woods, where a lady is being held prisoner by her sister, an evil witch. Also trapped in the woods is a knight, held there by the enchanted trees. He is there to defend his lady fair, but will he be able to save her?

I wrote this book for young people. I thought about how many young girls that would be able to relate to my character in the book. "My Little Tomboy" is my first published children's book and I want to touch the lives of those that need to know that you are not alone. I want readers to gain the necessary confidence as I did through playing sports and understanding who they are as a person. There will be some obstacles in your way but you should never let it deter you from your dreams. "Nothing can change you only you can change you". Eva displays confidence and determination throughout her athletic journey. You can be a little girl and be the best at any challenge.

Harold and Walnut are two cattle, but theyre not ordinary cattle. They are two very cute Highland cattle who like to have funlots of fun.Follow their mischievous adventure in author Ann-Marie Davisons Harold and Walnut. They get into all sorts of things and places. RaRa, their owner, has a busy and hilarious day chasing them around and wishing them to behave.Told in verse and beautifully illustrated, Harold and Walnut is a fun story to read or have read to you.

I came to New Zealand when I was 17 and studied at one of thelocal colleges. My English teacher (Ms Marian) has inspired me formy writing. I still remember at one of the free-willed topic storieswe were required to write at that time. I got an A+ for that storythat came with a comment saying, Keep writing, it will be a wasteif you stop! Today Im grateful for her inspiration. Otherwise Iwont be where Im today publishing my own book.I love drawing since I was ten. Sometimes I like drawing cartooncharacters such as Garfield, Tweety Bird and Bugs Bunny. Atother times I like drawing just plants, flowers or trees. I find mypeace of mind by drawing them.In my story A Trees Dream I wanted to contribute moretowards the story, so thats how the illustration came tomy mind.Now Im married to a wonderful husband with two lovely kids. Ithank my husband for the love and support.I also thank my elder son who is always eager to become my firstreader of the stories I wrote. He always wants me to read to himafter Ive finished them. Sometimes I do made-up bedtime storiesfor him before he goes to bed. I remember the time I did a differentversion of The Sword in the Stone, we had lots of fun.

This book is filled with heart-warming true stories to give young people a fresh insight into the wonderful blessings that come from true faith.Our Lord Jesus is always there for all of us. He is only a prayer away from anyone who wants to get to know him. It is our hope that these true stories will help inspire young people to pray and build their faith so that they too can bless others.

It will be a day that will never be forgotten... A touching remembrance of 9/11, The Day The Towers Fell is a mother's poignant tribute to her firefighter son who, along with many heroic and brave comrades, died on that fateful day. Christopher Santora was a dutiful young man, and Maureen Santora's only son, who joined the New York Fire Academy and became a firefighter in January 2001. He would die a hero months later on September 11, 2001. So that the world would never forget, Maureen wrote a book - a colorfully illustrated picture book with artwork by her daughter Patricia - to recall the events of 9/11. First, it describes and shows the everyday scenes before the tragedy took place. It was the first day of school, after all, and some people were late for office - which may have helped save their lives. Then there are the not-so-ordinary scenes during and after the attacks, the planes crashing into the towers, and the panic and terror that were sown on the city's inhabitants. But it also recounts how regular citizens became heroes in their city's time of need, and highlights how goodness and decency will always be there to fight evil and hatred. More than just a book, The Day the Towers Fell is a memorial - to those who died and those who willingly gave up their lives to save as many as they could. And while they may be no longer with us, they are always with us in our hearts - forever remembered.

Meet Bun Bun. She may look like your grandmother’s vintage bunny, but that’s just what four years of devoted companionship looks like on pink polyester. She is the faithful sidekick to her equally charismatic and lovable person, Reagan. Bun Bun shares her life experiences with us as only she can. Told through the eyes of the stuffed friend that your child can never leave beind, Bun Bun lets us in on the one-of-a-kind devotion, sweetness, and love that a child shares with their number one stuffy. Told with humor and a tender heart, you can’t help but fall in love with Bun Bun. "There are stuffed animals and there are stuffies-best friends, commiserators, and adventurers. In Confessions of a Bunny, Melissa Jackson helps Bun Bun, an extra special stuffy, tell a high-spirited and loving story of living life with her person, Reagan. Bun Bun's voice is well developed, with a sassy, somewhat sarcastic tone that is sweetened by her love and admiration for her person. Bun Bun's stuffing thins and fur fades, but each paint splatter and dirt smear marks a life well-lived with her person". -5 Star CLARION REVIEW *****"Confessions of a Bunny is a story children will want read to them over and over again, and parents will be happy to oblige." -FOREWARD REVIEWS

I Love Swimming is a tomboy story about a young girl who loves swimming and thinks of herself as one of the boys. She has always just worn board shorts with no top, like all of her friends. The story is told by the child as she enjoys various different swimming adventures. Midway through the book, it is revealed that she is a girl, and her school insists that she must wear girls togs. Aged about six or seven, she is on a cusp agenot quite a little child, not quite an older child. She is dealing with a time of transition that has come before she is aware of it or ready for it. Her school is governed by stricter social rules, which creates conflict for her.