We wanted to let all of you know that our children’s book, Suzy Has A Secret, will be #FREE on #Kindle August 13th – 17th! 

Reviewed by Tiffany Davis for Readers’ Favorite

“Suzy Has a Secret by S. Jackson with A. Raymond is a children’s story about educating them on self awareness and inappropriate behavior. The story is simple and easy to read to children. It’s important to allow children the opportunity to learn what should and should not be done to them by family members. Suzy did not like the game of tickling that Uncle Bob played with her when her parents weren’t around. Suzy did not want to keep the secret from her parents, but Uncle Bob made her feel that she couldn’t tell anyone about the way he touched her. Although the story is short, it has a powerful message because all children should know the importance of not allowing anyone, young or old, to touch their bodies. 

Children have a right to be happy and understand what should not be happening when Mommy and Daddy aren’t around. The portion of the story designed for Parents and Educators was a good read because it reaffirmed that children have the right to know that their private areas are off limits, and that when playing no one should ever touch those areas. When dealing with children, it’s important to ensure they understand at an early age that they can talk to their parents about anything and not be scared. Abusers use manipulation when abusing children to keep them from telling their parents, that’s why parents need to have a strong bond with their children to make them feel comfortable. One thing I learned is that you should not ask a lot of questions if you suspect abuse, but rather ask simple questions for the best and most reliable answers.”

Violet Mist

Beckoning Within

New Day

I think New Day evokes tranquility. Thank you for looking. 

Surprise in the email today! My poem titled, I’M NOT THE WOMAN I ONCE WAS, was chosen to be included in an anthology book of poems by McGrath Huose. Always a humbling moment.

Rosco the Rascal at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade by Shana Gorian

I finished reading this book three days ago and my review follows Gorian’s book blurb found on Amazon.

“This time it’s not Rosco who’s been making mischief – it’s the leprechauns! Rosco and Sparks are marching in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade accompanied by Rosco’s owners, brother and sister, James and Mandy. But Mandy thinks the leprechauns have jinxed her with bad luck, so when Sparks goes missing, what will it take for Rosco and the kids to find him? And will Mandy be able to restore her good luck, or will the leprechauns ruin her St. Patrick’s Day? Find out in this heartwarming, family adventure, complete with charming illustrations within the chapters. It’s the latest in the Rosco the Rascal series and the perfect addition to your child’s March reading list.”

I found Rosco to be an engaging character right from the start! Rosco the Rascal at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade had me hooked by the gorgeous cover art, and then by the magical story of the St Patrick Day Parade. Whether Irish or not, leprechauns are wonderful for children of all ages to read about. Old Irish folklore is harder for younger children to understand, but this allows for older children, parents, etcetera to get involved with their child and reading with them. Will Sparks be found? Can one be jinxed by a leprechaun? I highly recommend this fantastic children’s book and must rate this book as five stars!

The Cabin Jesus Built by A. M. Lewis

I just finished reading this book and my review follows the authors book blurb found on Amazon.

“The Cabin Jesus Built is a work of Christian Fiction set in Lapland. It follows four families from very different backgrounds as they travel to Santa’s Village for the holidays. A bus accident on the way to the village tests their faith and their strength as they struggle to stay alive in the cold Arctic wilderness.”

The Cabin Jesus Built is truly inspirational and with a multitude of different characters coming together in a snow storm after their bus wrecked. The many messages are clear and one must believe and has faith. For the above I rate this book as five stars. Heads Up: If you read this book from a cell phone like I did, please know that some areas look like they need editing and that isn’t necessarily true.