Emily loves to visit Grandma and Grandpa. Like most grandchildren, she gets lots of affection and the freedom to do what she wants. But sadly, every visit comes to an end, leaving Emily longing for a way to feel close to her grandparents ... until she can see them again. Gold medal winner of a prestigious Mom's Choice Award and an IPPY award winner too, this gracefully illustrated story begins with Emily's sorrowful wishes: ''I wish you didn t live so far away. I wish I could sleep over any time I want.'' It continues with a special gift from Grandma and Grandpa that teaches Emily to use her imagination, memory, and natural surroundings to feel connected to her grandparents. In the end, Emily surprises her grandparents with a gift of her own, showing them that children are not the only ones who can use memories and imagination as comfort when they are missing those they hold dear.

Butterfly Kisses for Grandma and Grandpa (Mom's Choice and Independent Publisher Awards Recipient)

Children's Books

Christian, Alayne Kay

Growing Up & Facts of Life

Blue Whale Pr

The Weed That Woke Christmas: The Mostly True Tale of the Toledo Christmas Weed

"A heartwarming holiday tale that proves even the littlest things can make a big difference."--Kirkus Reviews"The fine message about holiday spirit makes for a perfect read for parents seeking stories that encourage kids to feel empowered to begin changes that cross age and economic barriers. The Weed That Woke Christmas is a lovely, positive, much-needed story for modern times."--D. Donovan, Sr. Reviewer, Midwest Book ReviewThis heartwarming and inspiring book proves that even the smallest gestures can make a big difference and transform apathy and oblivion into awareness, unity, community, kindness, and hope. Partly truth and partly fiction, it is based on the moving true story of how a weed on a Toledo street corner helped spread the giving spirit far beyond its traffic island home. All Weed wants is to be seen, but people are in too much of a hurry to notice each other, let alone Weed. Weed watches, wishes, and waits until finally someone does see it. But Weed discovers that there is something far bigger and more important than a little weed being noticed."This sweet story is accompanied by lush illustrations by Gortman, who portrays Toledo's citizens as diverse. The author manages to convey the importance of charity and community without making the tale mawkish or trite. She closes the text with the real story of the Christmas Weed and the hope that the holiday magic will continue."--Kirkus Reviews

Holidays & Celebrations

Blue Whale Press

Sienna, the Cowgirl Fairy: Trying to Make it Rain - Second Edition (1)

Literature & Fiction

Clear Fork Media Group LLC

Sienna, the Cowgirl Fairy: Trying to Make it Rain is the first in this chapter book series. Sienna is not your normal cowgirl, for she's half human and half fairy. But Sienna wants nothing to do with fairies. When her ma sends her to fairy camp instead of cowgirl camp, she ain't none too happy. Not only must she deal with cliquish fairies who reject her spunky spirit and outspoken ways, she must also noodle out how to help Mother Nature end the Texas drought. Can Sienna balance cowgirling with some tried 'n' true fairy skills to both fit in and make it rain?

Sienna, the Cowgirl Fairy: Trying to Make it Rain - Second Edition

"A moving, affectionate, and joyful tale, all the more so for being true." - Kirkus Reviews 
"An Old Man and His Penguin holds a number of important messages about human/animal relationships, love, oil slicks and their impact on sea life, and loneliness. . . . its underlying focus on letting go and reaping rewards from non-possessiveness offers an outstanding lesson about love for the very young." -- D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review 
Off the coast of Brazil, João rescues a lifeless, oil-covered penguin (Dindim) and nurses him back to health. Dindim adopts João as an honorary penguin, and the steadfast friends do everything together. They swim together, fish together, and stroll the beach together. But there are real penguins somewhere across the sea. So one day, Dindim leaves João. The villagers tell João the penguin will never come back. João cannot say if he will or will not. Are the villagers right? Will Dindim ever patter into his old friend's loving arms again? 
"Adults looking for an inviting animal story with an important message will welcome this appealingly different seaside tale." -- D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review 
"The underlying lesson about compassion and good stewardship is subtle but effective; an author's note explains the real-life circumstances. Reardon, who also illustrated the penguin-themed Noodles' & Albie's Birthday Surprise (2016), deftly captures the story's charm and expressiveness. ." - Kirkus Reviews

An Old Man and His Penguin: How Dindim Made João Pereira de Souza an Honorary Penguin

Biographies

When João rescues a lifeless, oil-covered penguin (Dindim) and nurses him back to health, Dindim adopts João as an honorary penguin. The steadfast friends do everything together. They swim together, fish together, and stroll the beach together. But there are real penguins somewhere across the sea. So one day, Dindim leaves João. The villagers tell João the penguin will never come back. João cannot say if he will or will not until he does . . . again and again.

Animals

Sienna is not your normal cowgirl, for she’s half-human and half-fairy. But Sienna wants nothing to do with fairies. When her ma sends her to fairy camp instead of cowgirl camp, she ain’t none too happy. Not only must she deal with cliquish fairies who reject her spunky spirit and outspoken ways, she must also noodle out how to help Mother Nature end the Texas drought.

Sienna , The Cowgirl Fairy: Trying To Make It Rain

Science Fiction & Fantasy

Spork

Sienna, The Cowgirl Fairy: Trying to Make It Rain

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Butterfly Kisses for Grandma and Grandpa (Mom's Choice and Independent Publisher Awards Recipient)

The Weed That Woke Christmas: The Mostly True Tale of the Toledo Christmas Weed

The Weed That Woke Christmas: The Mostly True Tale of the Toledo Christmas Weed

Sienna, the Cowgirl Fairy: Trying to Make it Rain - Second Edition (1)

Sienna, the Cowgirl Fairy: Trying to Make it Rain - Second Edition

An Old Man and His Penguin: How Dindim Made João Pereira de Souza an Honorary Penguin

An Old Man and His Penguin: How Dindim Made João Pereira de Souza an Honorary Penguin

Sienna , The Cowgirl Fairy: Trying To Make It Rain

Sienna, The Cowgirl Fairy: Trying to Make It Rain