Books published by publisher Lume Books

In this tender ode to growth and development, Mama Deer muses over experiences her child may realize.With a nod to both career exploration and the pursuit of adventure, this book reflects on the importance of curiosity--and the inevitable friendships that accompany any journey.Perfect fodder for dreams at bedtime, or to gift as encouragement for the child who has grown, this quiet reflection rekindles wonder, invokes progress, and reminds us all to grow love, as we do what we do.

Luminis Books presents this harrowing tale of friendship, adventure, and doing the right thing, no matter what the cost. Can a spirit from the past come back to help us solve a problem in the present? Expecting another lonely summer at her grandparents' cottage in the woods, twelve-year-old Marcie Horton gets more than she bargained for when the area is threatened by a wealthy university president, who has no problem replacing the quaint, historic area with over-sized mansions. Marcie refuses to sit back and watch her childhood memories disappear into the past--she'll do anything to save the centuries-old forest from destruction. Bewildered by the enormous task ahead, Marcie finds unexpected guidance when the spirit of a Native American girl presents herself, offering cryptic-dream like messages that are clearly the key to succeeding in her quest. Although she seems to be making real progress on her mission to save the forest, her budding friendship with the university president's daughter--her one summer-time companion--threatens to unravel everything. Will Marcie stay true to her friends even if it means giving up everything she's fought so hard to protect? Or, will she choose to save the forest at great personal sacrifice? INDIANA / FOREST / NATIVE AMERICANS / SAILBOAT RACES / ENVIRONMENTAL FICTION / FRIENDSHIP / MIDDLE-GRADE

'"I wonder if those are the Rifs or the Atlas mountains over there?" I asked nobody in particular. The adults were still busy talking about films and business deals. Maya and Francois were lost in their own language, which now seemed to involve much prodding and tweaking of each other’s noses, ears, etc followed by much giggling. I couldn’t see the joke myself….’When Lily grows up she is going to be a painter and live in Paris. But in the meantime she has to put up with her chaotic and exasperating family.New friend Maya comes to the rescue with an invitation to Tangier with her glamorous parents. Lily is over the moon – such sophistication. But trouble starts on the plane when they meet Francois – a real live French boy, and gorgeous to boot. Despite Lily’s superior grasp of his language Francois seems to prefer Maya – and Lily doesn’t want to be the gooseberry on holiday. Maya, who had no interest in boys before, has come over all silly. And does Francois have other plans?Sacre bleu, as Lilly would say. Back home best friend Bea and neighbour Billy are now an item – will Lily ever find the right boy?The third and final instalment of Sophie Parkin’s Life and Loves of Lily series leaves the reader in no doubt that with her charm and humour she will get all she desires.Also in this series: French for Kissing and Mad, Rich and FamousPraise for Bazaar Nights and Camel Bites:‘A great humorous story, written in a lively style … It should fly off the shelves' - The School LibrarianSophie Parkin was born in London and attended St Martin’s, Leeds and Maidstone Schools of Art. She went on to become an artist, performing poet, novelist, journalist and broadcaster, as well as stints managing bars and restaurants worldwide. She has published three novels, All Grown Up, Take Me Home and Dear Goddess, as well as The Life and Loves of Lily. She now owns and runs a successful members club in East London called Vout-O-Reenee’s , incorporating The Stash Gallery. She is the daughter of best selling novelist, painter and fashion editor Molly Parkin and art dealer Michael Parkin. You can follow her on social media @voutoreenees @thestashgallery@thestashgallery_London @thecolonyroomclub @Theyellowbooksalon