Books published by publisher Poppy Press

A race against time to save her family’s land. An amazing secret that will change everything…Before Cailean’s mother died, her father promised he would always hold on to the family land. That’s why Cailean is so shocked to learn he plans to sell it to the developer who wants to turn the land into a holiday resort.When Cailean can’t find the deed, she visits the land itself, where a mysterious cave and a riddle on her great-grandfather’s tombstone lead her to a world inhabited by faeries. Her father and an evil faery are doing everything they can to stop her. But with the help of a Newfoundland dog, her two best friends, and a rogue faery, Cailean is determined to save the land that was so dear to her deceased mother.Fans of Harry Potter and Eragon will love this book. Discover the secret Cailean learns about her heritage that shocks her to the core.

Cailean, along with her two best friends, Josh and Seamus, go on a quest to save the land near her home from a developer who’s determined to turn it into a holiday and golfing resort. She has always believed the land belonged to her mother’s family but discovers there isn’t a deed on file. A mysterious cave and a riddle written on her great-grandfather’s tombstone leads and her friends to a mystical world inhabited by faeries. To her shock and surprise, her father wants to give up the land which he promised her deceased mother he would never do.Working under a strict timeline to find the deed, Cailean refuses to give up despite opposition from family and evil faeries. With unexpected help from Pella, a rogue faery, a Newfoundland dog, and two Newfoundland ponies, she learns a secret about her heritage that even her father has no knowledge of. A heritage that shocks her to the very core and changes what she’s always believed about herself and the world.

Truman a mischievous dog chases Rainbow, a parakeet through fun, exciting and memorable places in Los Angles and a family, a conductor, an actress, a zookeeper, a baseball player, a librarian, a paleontologist, a skateboarder, a mariachi musician and drum majorette join the chase. From LA Parent Magazine: "It's a super cute book, and I love anything that encourages exploring L.A" This book will be shipped from the author Barbara Dourmashkin and signed with a picture.The Hollywood Bowl, Grauman's Chinese, Griffith Park, Dodger Stadium, The Central Library, Disney Hall, Olvera Street, Farmer's Market, La Brea Tar Pits, the Watts Towers, Venice, Santa Monica Pier, the Getty, the Studios and Pasadena are all illustrated and celebrated.

What happened when the human cannonball was late for work? He got fired! Enjoy this and hundreds of other jokes and one-liners so crap they may make you cringe - but at least they'll keep you entertained on the toilet. What do you call a stolen yam? A hot potato! What's the funniest fruit? A pun-net of strawberries! Why did the genie go to a psychiatrists? His emotions were all bottled up. You're stuck on the loo, you may as well have a laugh.

Inspirational and conversational messages written for children from sixteen unique Angels; featuring colorful artwork from sixteen senior citizens. This is a heart-warming and thought-provoking book that is sure to delight several different generations with its timeless messages. Angels build self-worth and self-esteem with every verse while assuring each child that they are not alone. Wings & Whispers is the beginning of a trilogy of intergenerational, interdenominational books for children involving seniors. Preserving and protecting the innocence of childhood is the greatest gift we can give our children. Hope, faith, belief, and love are still the cornerstones of raising happy and well-adjusted children, no matter how technologically advanced we think we are.

Award-Winning Author creates inspirational and conversational messages for children from sixteen unique Angels; featuring colorful artwork from sixteen senior citizens. This is a heart-warming and thought-provoking book that is sure to delight several different generations with its timeless messages. Angels build self-worth and self-esteem with every verse while assuring each child that they are not alone. Wings & Whispers is the beginning of a trilogy of intergenerational, interdenominational books for children involving seniors. Preserving and protecting the innocence of childhood is the greatest gift we can give our children. Hope, faith, belief, and love are still the cornerstones of raising happy and well-adjusted children, no matter how technologically advanced we think we are.

The adventures of Julie and her racehorse Bonnie continue in this third in the series of "The Bonnie Books." Although Bonnie was favored to win the "Bridal Stakes," there was a long stretch dual and a claim of "foul!" A vicious jockey and a tragic accident may threaten Bonnie's career. Join Julie Jefferson and her horse Bonnie as Bonnie is named "Filly of the Year."

It's a scary time for kids! When our churches and schools are no longer safe for our children, what do we tell them? We let the Angels tell them.Award-winning, inspirational author, Dharlene Marie Fahl writes in the voice of each Angel and speaks directly to children ages 7 through 10 about life issues. These non-denominational messages build the self-esteem and self-worth of every child. Angels are messengers. This is their job, and they reassure children that they are never alone.With the escalating numbers of gun violence and school shootings, Ms. Fahl wanted to create something for children at this frightening time in history. She was guided to the elders; to our seniors, and she approached senior artist's groups and invited them to participate in this endeavor to build the confidence of our next generation.It started as one book, and when the word spread among the senior communities with many wanting to participate, it evolved into a series of three. If the Angels want this series to continue, there will be more!This series of three came together in one year, and it seems the Angels are very pleased.

"Peggy Day's Martha's Vineyard Adventure" sold by Author Barbara Dourmashkin - This new, beautifully illustrated children's book takes Sarah and her dog, Peggy Day, on a romp around the Vineyard. Peggy Day breaks her leash on the front porch of the Menemsha Market when she starts chasing a runaway kitten. Sarah chases them to the dock, up to the Cliffs, through the Ag Fair, and eventually down-Island. When she spots a dog running on to the ferry, she is convinced that her dog is gone forever. Sadly she heads home in the evening, lamenting that it has been the worst day of her life, only to discover an amazing surprise. To buy directly from the author, Barbara Dourmashkin, chose the new copy for $19.95. You can request a signature by the author if you would like one.