Books published by publisher Hershey Reese

Parents Will Read It & Hold Their Children Even Closer. All profits throughout 2018 donated to children’s charities. One of the most powerful children’s books ever written. Visually powerful, poetically mesmerising, Myers elevates caring and giving to their proper place in the narratives we construct about life and reminds us why we should never turn away from children in need. A story of lasting power, tears will fall and parents will hold their children a little closer. Read it with a child, talk about it with a friend, share it and know by this simple act you have made a real difference.

Written for children, loved by Mums and Dads! Christmas and snowmen will never be the same again, as the magic of dreams is brought to life for children everywhere. The adventures begin in The Colour Red when Loss is given a magical book of dreams that transports her to a place where snowmen play. A rhapsody of images and words for reader’s young and old, The Colour Red forever captures the magic of childhood dreams in a classic book you will want to read over and over again. Praise for Stephan J Myers “Myers' fairy tale is a rhapsody of colours, musicality and clever rhyming …... Each picture, with its vivid colours and soft lines, is a narrative statement of its own...so brilliant it should be framed!” “This is definitely a book that will be treasured and read again and again. The thing I still remember about my favourite childhood reads is the illustrations. There is so much detail on every page, I'm sure these will be remembered by generations to come.” “As far as writing and illustration go this is what dreams are made of. Immaculately written and illustrated.” “A truly charming & magical story by the very talented Stephen J Myers. As for the illustrations, they are simply stunning! I would highly recommend this book. A delightful read for all ages.”

The magic of children’s books comes to life with a magical library in a faraway land in Loss De Plott & The Colour Gold. An extraordinary blend of images and words that will dazzle readers young and old from the very first page as Loss embarks on her third adventure with the magical Book of Dreams. With talking books, a rather special star and of course Ted, Loss learns that books and the words inside them are more precious than gold.

The magic of Halloween comes to life in a classic children's picture book with witches, pumpkins, broomsticks & spells in Loss De Plott & The Colour Blue. An extraordinary blend of images and words that will dazzle readers young and old from the very first page as Loss & Ted embark on their second adventure with the magical Book of Dreams. Meet a blue eyed witch and dancing skeleton, a boy made of straw and many more as Loss learns that promises made must never be broken. Written for children, loved by Mums and Dads, the Loss De Plott series continues to become a treasured favourite amongst readers of all ages.

Book Description The magic of children’s Halloween comes to life with witches, lanterns, broomsticks & spells in Loss De Plott & The Colour Blue. An extraordinary blend of images and words that will dazzle readers young and old from the very first page as Loss embarks on her second adventure with the magical Book of Dreams. Meet a blue eyed witch and dancing skeleton, a boy made of straw and many more as Loss learns that promises made must never be broken. Reviews for Loss De Plott “A captivating and truly thought provoking read. It brings innocence and wild imagination together, page by page, wrapped in wonderful illustrative treats.” “A wonderfully engaging tale that carries you along to a melody all of its own. ” “Another enchanting tale from the very talented Stephan J Myers, the perfect follow on from The Colour Red. The illustrations are stunning and compliment the story beautiful. The characters are so engaging especially the Witch with the strangest blue eyes :) I can’t wait to see what he comes up with next!” “As far as writing and illustration go, this is what dreams are made of. Immaculately written and illustrated, The Colour Red and now the Colour Blue!” “From the moment I turned the page I was hooked. The story of the little boy and The Colour Blue tugged at my heartstrings and I got lost in his tale. Bravo!”

The Bear book no child should be without!In this vivid and imaginative, rhyming picture book, Loss discovers there’s more to Teddy Bears than meets the eye when the Bear on her doorstep turns out to be an astronaut, a racing car driver, a famous magician and a knight in shining armour who has fought the odd dragon or two! But, who is Ted really, and what does he know about the magic of dreams?Inspired by the much-loved classics, Paddington Bear, Winnie The Pooh and Rupert, bestselling author of The Prayer, Stephan J Myers, creates an irresistible Bear story that reminds readers of all ages why Teddy Bears are loved by children everywhere. The fourth book in The Book Of Dreams series featuring Loss and Ted, it makes the perfect bedtime story. Making bedtime reading extra special for children all over the world, A Bear Called Ted weaves magical illustrations and rhythmical words that encourage sleep and the very best of dreams. Readers across the world are discovering the magical books of Stephan J Myers and here’s what a few of them had to say.With a deft brush and acerbic pen Myers brings our childhood dreams to life with Ted and his many guises. An absolute classic with two wonderful characters, it should be on every child’s reading shelf. --- BookViralStephan J. Myers continues his wonderful distinctive style of writing and has made this fairy tale into yet another magical read. "The Colour Red” is a beautiful treat for children and grown-ups alike. A highly recommended story to be read and shared with others. --- Children’s Author & Illustrator Sannel LarsonMany things can be read into this memorable short tale. Lovingly illustrated, a work to put on your shelf and cherish. --- Bestselling Author Marc SecchiaSweetly rhythmic and smoothly rhyming, Stephan Myer’s children’s Christmas story, The Prayer, reads a little like The Night Before Christmas crossed with a touch of Dickens. Humanly sad, spiritually haunting, and beautifully faithful without being tied to any faith. It’s a lovely Christmas tale for any time of year, and a wise lesson to guide a growing child. --- Sheila Deeth VINE VOICEMyers' fairy tale is a rhapsody of colours, musicality and clever rhyme. Each picture, with its vivid colours and soft lines, is a narrative statement of its own...so brilliant it should be framed! --- Mina’s Bookshelf