Gloria Smiled by Hazel Pacheco This is book 3 of the Henry and Friends series. In this book, Gloria's simple misunderstanding leads to a startling surprise! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXIM6B0JGvw … [Read more...] about Gloria Smiled by Hazel Pacheco
Grim Daze (The Grim Chronicles Book 2) by D.R. Martin
Grim Daze (The Grim Chronicles Book 2) by D.R. Martin I intended the Grim Chronicles series for young adult fans of Harry Potter, Narnia, and Redwall. Book two continues the magical adventures of Howl, the boy wizard, and his human and animal companions in their battle for freedom. As new evils come to Grimsland, they must find new allies, stand with old foes, and tap into unimagined wonders. The story also includes chapter illustrations of scenes and characters. Your feedback is vital to … [Read more...] about Grim Daze (The Grim Chronicles Book 2) by D.R. Martin
Federico Exaggerated by Hazel Pacheco
Federico Exaggerated by Hazel Pacheco Federico enjoys exaggerating. Especially when it means all eyes are on him! One day his inflated story of his bravery on the Rio Grande is interrupted by the announcement of ripe hackberries. Left without an audience, Federico stomps off and accidentally stumbles onto a way to recapture his friends’ attention—well maybe. What he finds might teach him that truth can be incredible without exaggeration. … [Read more...] about Federico Exaggerated by Hazel Pacheco
Forever Sheyanne: A Sweet YA Romance by K.L. Penaluna
Forever Sheyanne: A Sweet YA Romance by K.L. Penaluna "This story is beautiful and heart-filling." Sheyanne (aka "Shy") meets Lanny on the first day of high school, and they become fast friends. As their relationship blossoms into first love, Shy is captivated by his enchanting Native American ways and his endearing spirit animals. In time, their bond grows stronger in spite of challenges. But then they face the greatest challenge of all, forcing Lanny to make a potentially life-changing … [Read more...] about Forever Sheyanne: A Sweet YA Romance by K.L. Penaluna
Education Aggravation by Leslie K. Brooks
Education Aggravation by Leslie K. Brooks A retired teacher’s take on our failing education system from the inside. Honest and controversial, Education Aggravation examines the roles of the various actors and elements: students, teachers, parents, administration, politicians, money, media and technology. What is happening in our schools? Do schools prepare students for "real" life? How? Who calls the shots? Students advance from grade to grade without learning how to read or … [Read more...] about Education Aggravation by Leslie K. Brooks
Featured Book: Dare to Imagine by Leonard Eckhaus
About Featured Book: Dare to Imagine by Leonard Eckhaus Dare to Imagine is a cornucopia of wonderful children's poems, songs and fables. Follow the kitten Patches as she makes a new friend and learns how important it is to heed her mother's advice; read the fairytale of Sirius, the brightest star in our galaxy and how she taught all the other stars to shine brightly and light up the sky every night; go on a great adventure with Darby as he rides trolley cars and marches in a parade; and go … [Read more...] about Featured Book: Dare to Imagine by Leonard Eckhaus
Modern Monarchy: The Caveman King by Shemar James
Modern Monarchy: The Caveman King by Shemar James In the era where prehistoric and modern people coexist, darkness infiltrates the Goldleaf kingdom as it is left vulnerable in the King and Queen’s absence. Determined to defend their castle, the heirs to the throne and their friends must combat the power-hungry Caveman King and his vicious army who threaten the safety and dominion of their home. They soon realize that he is just the beginning of their coming storm of trouble: ruthless giants, … [Read more...] about Modern Monarchy: The Caveman King by Shemar James
How Lucky Am I? by Brittney Spencer
A new baby is a beautiful wonder for all parents, effectuating a love they never knew possible. How Lucky Am I? is a precious rhyming story that relays the anticipation, adoration, and thanksgiving for a cherished child. The reader is taken through a variety of poignant scenes including a parent’s contemplation of her baby’s upcoming arrival, the wonder of her new child, and the joy of cherishing each day and milestone as he or she grows. Cheerful and lightsome illustrations evoke the … [Read more...] about How Lucky Am I? by Brittney Spencer
That’s How It Was by Hazel Pacheco
That's How It Was by Hazel Pacheco Best described as slyly funny and heart-warming, That’s How It Was: Operation Finders Keepers is uniquely written in letter format. Written from a ten-year-old boy's perspective, Randy Ray’s letters prove to be captured moments in time just waiting to be discovered by his daughters thirty-seven years later. These treasured memories allow his daughters to get to know the boy who became their father. … [Read more...] about That’s How It Was by Hazel Pacheco
Henry Wondered by Hazel Pacheco
Henry Wondered by Hazel Pacheco In book one of the Henry and Friends Series, somewhere in the bosque, in the open spaces near the Rio Grande, lives a covey of quail . . . In this episode, Henry wonders about many things. In particular, how to impress his first crush! When a handsome roo enters the picture, all seems doomed. Will Federico, a stranger and self-proclaimed talented flamingo dancer, foil Henry’s plan to impress Gloria? Follow Henry as he discovers the wonder of … [Read more...] about Henry Wondered by Hazel Pacheco
