Books published by publisher ShiresPress

The great sugar maple tree standing in the backyard was but a tiny seedling in a dark forest in 1775. Follow the tree from its birth during the Revolutionary War, to its present maturity and learn about history along the way. Bruce Hiscock is the award-winning author-illustrator of many books for young people, including The Big Caribou Herd and Coyote and Badger, and has illustrated two books by Stephen R. Swinburne, Wings of Light and Turtle Tide. He lives in Porter Corners, NY.

A sweet letter of gratitude from Max to his fearless yet cuddly penguin companion, written in his own handwriting, "Thank You Harry, Love, Max" will inspire a sense of adventure, confidence, imagination, and gratitude. Jean Bourn's paintings brilliantly capture special moments shared by the duo, while Jennifer (mom) and Max (5) share the boy's special bond with his friend.

This is the story of Mary Chilton Winslow, survivor of the Mayflower voyage. If James Chilton and his family had not been courageous and willing to sacrifice their country and comfortable life in England and Holland to seek religious freedom, the story of Mary Chilton Winslow would not be known. We will never know the extent of the frightening moments aboard the Mayflower nor the harrowing adventures experienced by a thirteen year old girl (an orphan) but we can imagine some of her feelings of loneliness and isolation in a new place. From the story we have an idea of Mary's perseverance, stamina, and willingness to accompany her parents on a voyage which will go down in history as an amazing step in the creation of a new settlement and the beginning of a new country: America.

"Help For The Trolley" is a delightful story about a trolley named Dolly and her travels through Ogunquit,Maine by author Judith Johnson-Siebold. The author, who has many publications to her credit, is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). The book is illustrated by Jeff Boyer, an editorial artist for the Times Union newspaper in Albany, NY. He is a member of the Association of American Editorial Cartoonists (AAEC).

In this story of changes, challenges and hope, 9-year-old Aiden tells about his crazy year of pandemic life and social distancing during the 2020 global Coronavirus outbreak. Schools are closed. Soccer is cancelled. Birthday and holiday celebrations are virtual. All this and he is about to be a big brother for the first time - to TWIN boys! How he feels and what he learns about himself and the future is an uplifting tale.

Within the pages of this book, you'll meet Max, his family, his dog Cuddles, and the Meanies. Max is a smart boy who thinks there's no good reason for the Meanies to bully him until he sees why they act they way they do. Read more to find out how Max overcomes his fear of the Meanies with the help of his very special dog, Cuddles, and by using his own smart mind.Both Liz and Dan feel strongly about educating children on the many ways they can be bullied and ways to prevent it. We hope that by reading this book it will help open a channel of communication with their parents and caregivers.Please visit our website at www.LizLanda.com Write to us at LizLandaBooks@gmail.com

This is a story of friendship and loyalty as two good friends-one a spot on the ceiling, and one a spot on the floor - get covered with paint, and carpet, and can't see each other anymore. Even so, they hold on to the memory of their friendship and, over the years, as the paint peels, and the carpet frays, they find each other again. They are thrilled. Their hope and patience is rewarded.

Lady Lucy’s Ghost Quest is the 4th book in the Lady Lucy’s series about a multi-racial heroine who becomes a knight in the Middle Ages. In this beautifully illustrated sequel, Lady Lucy and her friends Dillon (the dragon) and Tapestry (the unicorn) travel all the way from England to Vermont to save a vacated but spectacular mansion occupied by ghosts. In a story filled with charm, humor and excitement, Lady Lucy demonstrates yet again the power of the possible, the capacity to find creative solutions to difficult situations and the recognition that what we fear might not be so dangerous after all. Join her and her friends on this amazing new Quest! You won’t be disappointed.Forthcoming Book: Lady Lucy’s Dinosaur Quest

Lady Lucy's Quest is the story of a feisty young girl who wants to be a Knight in the Middle Ages. She confronts many hurdles but ultimately finds success because she is able to solve problems in unique and unexpected ways. Through her actions and words, she demonstrates the importance of pursuing one's dreams and the power of the possible for children everywhere.

In the mid 1980s, Donald P. Gregg bought two U.S. silver dollars, both dated 1882, from a peddler outside the ancient Roman ruin of Jerash in Jordan, and wondered how they had gotten there, how they were spent, and in whose pockets they had traveled. Gregg’s purchase sparked The Scarred Double Eagle the story of a twenty dollar gold piece, dated 1862.