The Land without Color by Benjamin Ellefson Floating into the air with an enormous gum bubble, Alvin lands in a strange world where everything is gray. The trees, the flowers, the dirt, the sky, the animals, and even the people are all missing their color. Confronted with the mystery of the missing color, Alvin teams up with some unexpected friends to battle man-eating plants, outsmart the bumbling Crimson Guards, cross the Sugar Desert, overcome the two-headed dragon, and find the … [Read more...]
The Gemstone Chronicles Book One: The Carnelian by William L Stuart
The Gemstone Chronicles Book One: The Carnelian by William L Stuart When Aidan and Maggie find a fairy cross while rock-hunting with their grandfather, it's just an oddity. But when they discover an elf imprisoned in the stone and set him free, they and their grandparents, Nana and Beebop, are attacked by Dark Elves and forced to flee to the magical world of Celahir. In Celahir, Findecano - the elf the children freed from the fairy cross - leads them on a quest to recover gemstones stolen … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Shane Barker
Author Bio: Shane Barker is an avid skier and snowboarder and a former member of the National Ski Patrol. He takes his dog for long mountain-bike rides through the hills every morning (except in winter, when they cross-country ski), then spends the next couple of hours on his farm writing and editing his books. He is a licensed pilot, a certified scuba diver, and an Advanced EMT. What inspires you to write? I've always got stories swirling around in my head, and once I latch on to one … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Karl Beckstrand
Author Bio: Karl Beckstrand is the bestselling and award-winning author of 19 multicultural/multilingual books and more than 50 ebook titles (reviews by Kirkus, School Library Journal, The Horn Book’s blog, ForeWord Reviews). Raised in San Jose, CA (he knows the secret to peeling avocados), he has a B.A. in journalism from BYU, an M.A. in international relations from APU, and a broadcast/film certificate from Film A. Academy. Since 2004 he has run Premio Publishing. His survival western, To … [Read more...]
The Adventures of Tucker and Cutter – Tucker’s Snow Day by Chase Cline
The Adventures of Tucker and Cutter - Tucker's Snow Day by Chase Cline The Adventures of Tucker and Cutter are the stories of two real-life dogs as they explore the world and embark on crazy adventures. What will they get into next!? Cutter the dog loves sledding and goes super fast down the big hills, but his older brother, Tucker, is scared. Can Cutter convince him to try sledding!? Dog lovers of all ages will love this story of overcoming fears and learning that it's always best to try, … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Ben Jackson
Author Bio: Ben lives in Tasmania, Australia. While working during the week as a Boiler Maker/Welder, specializing in Aluminium Welding, he also writes of a night as a Freelance Writer and Author. Ben is in a Long Distance Relationship with his wife Sam, who lives in Canada, she works as a full-time formatting professional, publisher, and author. Be sure to check out all of his books, there is definitely something there for everyone! He has numerous books in progress so stay tuned … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Rene Haramis
Author Bio: I'm Rene Haramis writer, artist, mommy and dragon. I started writing 6 years ago when my son asked for a new bedtime story, inspiration struck for the Sir Snotalot adventure series, my son had a runny nose and was jumping on the bed that was the beginning of many adventures. My words have touched hundreds of children over the past five years through my children's book manuscripts I read at our local library once a week. Basically I put love into words and use my son's … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Lynne Stringer
Author Bio: Lynne Stringer has been passionate about writing all her life. She was the editor of a small newspaper (later magazine) for seven years, and currently works as a professional editor and proofreader. Lynne wrote her YA sci-fi romance novel, The Heir, in 2010. The Heir is the first book in the Verindon trilogy and has now been joined by The Crown and The Reign. In October 2016 they were joined by Once Confronted, Lynne's YA contemporary drama. What inspires you to write? The … [Read more...]
The Princelings of the East by Jemima Pett
The Princelings of the East by Jemima Pett The first book of the Princelings of the East series introduces us to Princelings George and Fred. Imagine them scurrying around the castle using secret passages, carrying out scientific experiments that occasionally blow up in their faces, or quaffing ale at their favourite tavern. But there is trouble in their world. They may not use much energy, but when they do, it is usually for important occasions. Energy draining to a halt to ruin the … [Read more...]
Combat Boy and the Lord of Monster Realm by Angela Purbaugh
Combat Boy and the Lord of Monster Realm by Angela Purbaugh On the other side of an interdimensional portal lies the game world of Monster Realm, a place where monsters battle humans, where souls are held captive, and where Tom Hock, also known as, Combat Boy narrowly escaped. Now, he's home and feeling safe—big mistake. Tom’s brother, Joey wants to play. He paralyzes Tom with a poison dart and reassembles the fabled monster token to start the game which spreads across San Diego. … [Read more...]
