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Lamby the Lonely Lamb
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Pinnacle Book Achievement Award Winner!
Jerry the Crabby Crayfish
Reader’s Favorite Award Winner – Silver Medal!
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Broose the Moose on the Loose
Silver Medal – Authorsdb Cover Contest
Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Series, Book 5, The Case of the Sad Mischievous Ghost
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Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Series, Book 5, The Case of the Sad Mischievous Ghost
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Colby the Courageous Cat
Finalist – Authorsdb First Lines Contest – Hunting Mariah
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Jeffrey the Jittery Giraffe
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Abby & Holly School Dance - Book 1 of Series
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The Case of the Mystery of the Bells, Davey & Derek Junior Detectives Series Book 6
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Readers’ Favorite Book Award - Bronze Medal - Abby & Holly Book 1 School Dance
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Mom’s Choice Awards – Silver Medal – Ricky the Rambunctious Raccoon
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Readers' Favorite Book Awards - Honorable Mention - Abby & Holly Series Book 2: Unfortunate Events
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Louey The Lazy Elephant Winner of Mom’s Choice Awards – Silver Medal
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Jesse the Precocious Polar Bear – Winner of SILVER MEDAL – MOM’S CHOICE AWARDS!
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Lucy the Talented Toy Terrier
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Tag Archives: Make Believe
What are you going to read in 2025?
Do you have some books in mind to read in the New Year? I have so many books on my Kindle to read that I will not finish them until March or April. I plan to read at least seven … Continue reading →
An invasive vine in our pond and a short story about it for children!
The pond in the back of our house is trimmed back every year. This year was no exception. I snapped photos of before and after it was cleared. What a difference it made but not always good. Sigh! The color … Continue reading →
Make Believe: Bedtime Stories for Children Ages 5-8!
Are you looking for something for your children to read to keep them engaged, happy and learning about new things? Now is the time to read my Bedtime Stories for Children Series. I guarantee that your children will love these … Continue reading →
Bittersweet is growing wild once again and a story for children about this!
Do you know what bittersweet is? Here is a link to discover more about this invasive plant that is invading our backyard. I have even written a story in one of my children’s books, Bedtime Stories for Children Series. Check … Continue reading →
Children’s chapter books – series for Ages 5-8!
Is it time for your children ages 5-8 to read chapter books? Hop on the Jemsbooks Express and find the right book for your children. Each of these four books carries important life lessons in six stories with colorful illustrations … Continue reading →
Do your young children PS-Grade 3 love Make Believe?
I think all young children love to make believe. Even though I am a senior I still love make believe! That is why I created this 4-book series of short stories for young children all about make believe. This series … Continue reading →
Another lovely review of Bedtime Stories for Children Book 3: Make Believe Again!
I am excited to share another lovely review of Book 3 in the Bedtime Stories for Children: Make Believe Again! I never get tired of seeing another review! Thank you, reviewer, for sharing your thoughts. It’s wonderful to hear that … Continue reading →
New reviews of Bedtime Stories for Children Series!
Here are some more reviews of my Bedtime Stories for Children Series! I am always happy to see new reviews, that means that people are reading my books and enjoying them. Reviews are one way to spread word about an … Continue reading →
A new review of Make Believe Once Again: Bedtime Stories for Children Series Book 4!
I am thrilled once again to receive a review of my children’s book, Make Believe Once Again: Bedtime Stories for Children Series Book 4! Thank you, reviewer, for this lovely review! Mrs.D. 5.0 out of 5 stars Be the best but … Continue reading →
Make Believe: Bedtime Stories for Children Series Book 1-4 now being promoted on BMGN!
Bedtimes Stories are fun stories for anytime. They bring children and parents/guardians together as they read and discuss the stories and learn new words and things about animals and places as well as valuable life lessons. Thank you, BMGN, for … Continue reading →
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