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A nine-year-old girl is being bullied at school. With the help of a penguin psychiatrist, a walrus, and a dachshund, she learns to heal.
Petey Penguin and the Case of Little Lost Lenore tells the story of an eccentric penguin psychiatrist who only treats animals until one day, a nine-year-old little girl who is being bullied at school enters his office and needs help. Petey becomes a bit insecure at first, as he is only accustomed to helping animals....
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My book, "The Tamale Letter" is based on a true history of my family over three generations. My grandfather, Anastacio Reyes was an orphan at the age of 10 in Mexico. He drifted from other family members who did not have the financial means nor room to raise another child. He never received an education and could barely read or write. At the age of twelve years old, he worked as a storekeeper's assistance for two years. At the age of fourteen years...
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From Mom to Me, From Me to You describes exactly how I believe faith is passed down from one generation to another. I discovered this reading 2 Timothy 1:5. I understood I had no power to save my children from their sins and that faith was a gift from God unto salvation. We can pass down money and material things to our children when we die, but I wanted the children I love to have the greatest gift ever given to man. The gift of faith. To this end,...
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Marriage is an interesting trip. Never think that you're by yourself on the journey. Married people all over the world are having the same frustrations, questions, and challenges that led you to this book.
The goal is not to insult your intelligence by minimizing the complications of life and marriage through comparisons to elementary schooling. I have been inspired, however, from a lifetime of working with children and teens as a young wife and mother;...
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Hyperactivity, attention deficit disorder, dyslexia, possible schizophrenia, dyscalculia, epilepsy, infertility, premenstrual syndrome, rebellion, depression, and personality disorder-welcome to the world of a family in chaos. But, in the midst of it all, God was faithful, merciful, and always present.
The dream of a perfect family was not happening for this author. The possibility of ever having a family seemed to be out of reach. Adoption, however,...
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I have learned a lot from my dad, simply by how he lived his life. His example set the blueprint for me. From my earliest memories until now, he's been a guiding force in my life. I was very fortunate to have someone like him setting a light to my path. And, while the journey wasn't always easy (whose is?), it was filled with love and laughter. By example, he taught us to live with integrity, to love and to take care of one another. For him, family...
8) God's Plays
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God's Plays is not just a title, it's an ultimate part in our lives. The players change along with the situations in one's life.
Like children playing ball, there are bases that they each will land on. Some of them will hit the ball out in the left field. But God will always give them a chance to get it into the right field. Some of them will hit the ball and make a home run, running and chasing after God. He wants them to have fun chasing after...
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Naomi Grace loves ballet, and she loves stories. The year that she is cast as Clara in her ballet school's production of The Nutcracker, she finds herself caught up in a fascinating story off stage when she and her family meet and befriend their mysterious neighbor, Mr. Crabtree.Through this blossoming friendship, Naomi Grace discovers important lessons in compassion, hope, kindness, and wonder, all while celebrating the joy and excitement of ballet...
10) Lyla lies a lot
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"What is a lie to Lyla? It is simply another sentence that comes out of her mouth. She doesn't care if it is false. Doesn't care who gets hurt by it. Getting what she wants is all that matters to Lyla."
Theo's unbreakable bond with his son runs deep in his heart. To remain close to Jaxon, he is willing to endure his ex-wife's deceitful talents. That is until Lyla attempts the unthinkable, jeopardizing Jaxon's life. Lyla can fool anyone, even the...
11) Samantha Sweet
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Samantha Sweet is a lively young girl who delights in eating too many sweets. Take a peek inside Samantha's colorful, sugar-filled world as she journeys through her days trying to satisfy her love of cakes and candy. But, will Samantha learn that perhaps indulging in too much sugar isn't so sweet after all?
13) Daddy Issues
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"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men." This Frederick Douglass quote opens the story of a man's journey to overcome the trauma of his father's sudden absence from his home and, ultimately, his life. Author Tim Wortham, Jr. recalls childhood experiences and the impact his father's departure had on his development. His story helps dispel the myth that daddy issues are reserved for girls and women. This book is, written for...
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"I live in a holler, and I've heard some folks talk that holler bunch won't amount to a hill of beans, and I've heard others say that the sun never shines in those hollers."
"My mother let me know I was as good as anyone. 'Ralph, don't walk with your head down. There's nothing shameful about running out of taters.'"
"My daddy said, 'Ralph, don't quit. Quitting follows you to the grave.'"
The philosophy in these words was with Ralph from the time...
17) Grandpa NitWit
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Even though Grandpa (or Great-Grandpa) NitWit is silly and easy to laugh at, this book will provide to youngsters what is important: that Grandpa (or Great-Grandpa) NitWit is kind, loving, helpful, and extremely protective.
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Every day we face decisions on how to move forward in a way that we can have our best life. We want each step we take to be in a positive direction. However, sometimes we are uninformed and have not been prepared for life.
Conversations with My Mom (CWMM) is for every woman in the struggle to live her best life. Sometimes, we are walking in the dark because we are missing vital information to help us make informed, productive, and positive decisions.
CWMM...
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It's grocery day at Joey's house, and he's hoping for something yummy! Join Joey on a rhyming, sugar-coated adventure as he discovers the special treats his mother bought at the store. Joey can't wait to dig into each bag and see what goodies await. Oh no! He's sticky and icky and covered in goo…all the jelly beans are gone! Who's eaten them? Guess who?
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A word to parents and grandparentsKids understand more than we may think and often are wise beyond their years. When it comes to dealing with dementia, we likely can learn some valuable lessons from them. Children will be empowered to learn that they are part of the coping process just by being themselves.
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