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Showing posts with label children's books. Show all posts

Wednesday, January 29, 2014

WOW Wednesday - Greta Burroughs Visits The Desk


I'm excited to have the fabulously talented Greta Burroughs at the desk today. Let's get right to her books, shall we?
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“Gerald and the Wee People”

In “Gerald and the Wee People”, Gerald and his best friend, Vernon discover a mysterious spot in the woods where Gerald visualizes a miniature village complete with 
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 wee inhabitants.

He enjoys going back to that spot and watching the day to day activities until trouble starts in the village and he tries to convince Vernon that the "visions" are real and the wee people need help.

While trying to prove that the whole thing is just Gerald's wild imagination, the boys literally fall into the new world and get caught up in a war. The boys come up with ways to keep the invading force from entering the village but another solution has to be found in order to put an end to the conflict.

Along with a few companions from the village, Gerald and Vernon embark on a quest to face down the deranged forest god who instigated the mayhem. The dangerous path is laid out by an ancient prophecy, but not everything goes as planned.







The adventure continues in the second book in the  
Wee People series, “House on Bo-Kay Lane.” 

Gerald and Vernon believe their time with the wee people came to an end after they returned to their home world but begin to wonder when strange things started to happen at an abandoned house in their neighborhood. Ghostly images of familiar faces from the wee people village are seen in the windows, echoes of voices from the past haunt the boys’ dreams and an undeniable curiosity draws Gerald and Vernon to investigate the mysterious haunted house. What they find takes them back to the world of the wee people and a new adventure begins.

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In “House on Bo-Kay Lane”, a mirror is found in a forgotten room in the far-seers’ training center. Sheela, a far-seer master and Alyson, an apprentice firestarter are unwillingly drawn into the depths of the mirror and wind up in the abandoned house on Bo-Kay Lane. Sheela uses her telepathic skills to enlist the aid of Gerald, Vernon and Gerald’s father, Andrew to help find the way back to the world of the wee people.

That problem resolved, they try to unravel the secrets of the mirror and find that it is a portal between their two worlds, as well as to a time in the future and possibly even to a parallel universe. They also discover that someone is trapped inside the mirror and the decision has to be made as to whether or not to help the trapped soul escape the confines of the portal.

Meanwhile, the wee people discover the origins of their world. That knowledge is not well accepted and leads to discord between them and the outworlders, Gerald, Andrew and Vernon. An uneasy truce paves the way to an understanding and acceptance of the unwelcome facts and eventually to a solution of how to deal with the man in the mirror. 



Book three in the series will be out later on this year.

Author Bio

Greta Burroughs loves to read. No matter where she is, there is always a book close at hand. Her love of reading began at an early age and blossomed over time to include many different genres, her favorite now being fantasy.
As a preschool and elementary school teacher, Greta tried to instill the joy of reading in the children she worked with. Books were an important part of her classroom and story time was the highlight of the day.

It has been a while since Greta was in a classroom but she had lots of experience in reading to children of various ages and remembers what they enjoyed listening to. She tries to incorporate that knowledge into her work as an author and believes it makes her a better writer of children's and young adult books.

She now resides in SC with her husband, Robert and three dogs. Greta has six books published at the present time; three children’s books in the Patchwork Dog and Calico Cat series, two MG/YA fantasy entitled Gerald and the Wee People and House on Bo-Kay Lane, and a nonfiction account of her experiences with an autoimmune blood disorder called ITP - Heartaches and Miracles.


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For more information on Greta's books visit the links below.


Website, here.
FB Author page, here
Amazon author page, here
Twitter  @gretaburroughs
Linked In, here
Blog, here.
Pinterest, here.
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Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Meet Children's Author, Dvora Swickle



I'd like to introduce you to Dvora Swickle. Dvora is the author of several children's books. Her stories are upbeat, rhyming and easy to read. The fun and colorful artwork in her books provide a pleasing and playful backdrop to her stories. The characters are always on a mission of one sort or another but Dvora makes it fun for children to follow along. Today, we'll have a look at "The Old Washing Machine" a Mother's Day story and "First, but Last" A snail who wants to be arrive first.

The Old Washing Machine

In this story, Norman finds a gift in a most unlikely place. He learns that when you set your mind to do something for those you love, there is always a way to accomplish your goal.

Reader Rebecca Ford had this to say about The Old Washing Machine:

"My two nephews LOVE this book. They are both under 5. It's a perfect pick for bedtime."

You can purchase The Old Washing Machine here.


First, but Last

Generally, being a snail might slow you down a bit. In this story, you'll follow along with a snail who dreams of getting ahead of the crowd and be the first to arrive. The snail's journey will intrigue the little ones in your life.

Here is what readers are saying about First, but Last:

"The rhyme and repetition is wonderful for emergent readers! They will be able to "read" along and participate in the story..." ~Anne M. Slanina

"My children enjoyed this book about friendship with a snail, rabbit, snake, frog and an owl..." ~Taylor Lakke

You can purchase First, but Last here.

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Below are three additional titles by Dvora Swickle that are available at Amazon.com. She has many more children's stories listed at Amazon.
 
Bug In A Bottle
Paperback & Kindle Editions

Find out what happens when this little bug does not go home where he would be safe and sound.

Thomas J Marshall had this to say about Bug in a Bottle: "...It gives a good message of the importance of home, and the illustrations, also done by Ms Swickle, are entertaining...."


 
 
 
Kittywampus (A children's poetry book)
Kindle Edition
Fun quirky poems that are sure to make you smile.

Eggs Four Tea (A children's picture book)
Kindle Edition

Ellie the elephant always has troubles remember names; she meets a new friend who teaches her a trick for remembering names.

Hear what readers Mellisa and Chris Cianciulli had to say about Eggs Four Tea:

"My mom read this to my daughters ages 1 and 4 last night. They loved it. Dvora is a great writer..." ~Mellisa
"...colorful story with a positive message for kids..." ~Chris Cianciulli


Biography provided by Dvora Swickle

Dvora Swickle lives in the quaint fishing village of Gig Harbor, Washington. There the grass is green, the trees are tall, and the animals roam freely. Dvora believes that all children should live bully free and learn confidence in their own special ways. My stories are like a box of cracker jacks, a lovely reading experience with a message inside just for them to grow on. In this day we are all going in so many directions it's hard to stop and give advice, sometimes advice is not wanted. Kids like to think they know it all but we know that is impossible, for experience is the gift of learning. Come and join Dvora as she tells her many tales. Her words will follow you all through your life!

Dvora Swickle (AKA D.A. Johnson) has been entertaining and writing for children (and her two kids) for over 20 years. Dvora drove school bus for 10 years enjoys reading in school classrooms. She has a captivating voice. Dvora now works with special needs children and is devoted to helping students 18 to 21 transition from high school into the work community and living independently.

Stories can help students understand problems without feeling it is directed towards them personally. Dvora enjoys reading and putting fun voices to her characters, inviting children to take part. Every time she reads "sweet green grass" kids are encouraged to raise there hands. Dvora loves seeing all the fingers in the air, makes her feel so appreciated and lov'd.

She has written over 40 stories and is the author of two poetry collections. The first poetry collection "Dress Up" is available in paperback. The second collection "Kittywampus" is available in eBook format. Dvora encourages young children to develop a life-long love for language and reading. She believes that poetry can play a big role in motivating children to read. "Poetry helps young readers understand language, words and feelings through rhythm and rhyme. Children feel comfortable with poems because it's like playtime with words."

Dvora's motto is:
T.T.R.A.B
"Time To Read Another Book"




 
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