New Release: Almost A Boy

We're excited to announce the release of Alma L. Carr-Jones' first children's book, Almost a Boy. This delightful picture book shares the story of Tyler, a fun-loving toddler who is ready to grow up.

Available on Amazon

About the Author

Alma L. Carr-Jones, who was born in Memphis, TN to Lula M. Carr, a preacher’s daughter, says that she never thought to live in times such as these, and that she never dreamed that her words would be used to give the masses hope in such times. 

A resident of McKenzie, TN, her life's motto is, "Doing What I Can, While I Can with Care." Alma is a retired educator, and minister's wife. 

Since her retirement as a teacher, writing has become her passion and calling. She says that to breathe is to write. Though she can write whatever is asked of her, she prefers to write words of encouragement for mankind and words of praise and of thanks to the Lord for His love of mankind. 

Alma is a successful author and poetess who has produced 11 books to date, including Excelsior. Alma attributes all that she has accomplished to GOD, and this belief is reflected in the silver medallion she wears around her neck (and in the title of her second book of poetry), which reads, DEI Sub Numine Viget (Under GOD's Spirit, She Flourishes.) 

Through her work as an author/poet, Alma proclaims her love for the Lord, His love for mankind, and her love for her fellowman by shouting from “the tallest mountain in her world.” She infuses hope and encouragement in her work.

Other books by Alma L. Carr-Jones:

The Tallest Mountain Series:

Get Yourself Up (also as audiobook)

Lift Up Your Voice (also as audiobook)

Bear the Good News (also as audiobook)

Renewal of Joy 

Let Your Gifts Shine Forth

Chopping My Row 

Latest Release: The Grumpy Puddle

We're thrilled to announce our latest release, The Grumpy Puddle, written by Tammy Abernathy and illustrated by Deirdre Burnside.

About the Book:

"Is the sky grumpy at me?"

Thunderstorms can be quite scary for young children. For Anna, the storms not only frighten her, they interrupt her favorite activity — playing outside with her toys. 

One day, she is playing outside with her mother when a thunderstorm approaches. She grows quite apprehensive at the sight of the lightning and the sound of the thunder and dubs the sky “grumpy.” 

After the storm passes, it leaves a large and wonderful puddle by her house, and with the help of her mother, Anna learns to sort out her fears and anxieties regarding storms and has some spectacular adventures in The Grumpy Puddle.

About the Author:

Tammy Abernathy is a children’s book author and freelance editor. She has a passion for writing children’s books relating to science to help kids understand our wild and wonderful world.

Tammy has a BA in English with a creative writing minor and spent a semester of independent study putting the final touches on “The Grumpy Puddle” with Dr. Lloyd Kropp, an award-winning author, composer, and professor. She changed majors several times while completing her undergraduate degree, affording her a very quirky mix of classes ranging from advanced biology and chemistry to children’s literature.

As a child in West Texas, Tammy was fascinated by thunderstorms. Later, while living in the Midwest, her young daughter dubbed a puddle on the street “grumpy” after a particularly severe storm. The personification of the puddle was the whole inspiration for “The Grumpy Puddle.” Tammy wrote it to help young children understand the beauty and science behind thunderstorms. Her wish is for children to develop an appreciation for weather events while overcoming their fears of lightning and thunder.

You can always find her by a window during a thunderstorm, watching the lightning show and scouting the skies for tornadoes. In her spare time, she enjoys training her papillons to compete in agility.

The Grumpy Puddle is available in paperback, hardcover, and on Kindle, and is available on Amazon and most major booksellers by request. 

Latest Release: KC's New Friend

We're excited to announce the release of Estelle Herndon's latest book, KC's New Friend, beautifully illustrated by Samantha Bell. 

We first met this cute mouse last year in KC's Christmas Discovery, and this summer, she made a new friend. This sweet story was created by Essie's great grandson Brax, when he began talking about children making friends in school. 

About the Book:

Sometimes, you just need to take that first step …

Come hang out with KC the Mouse again as she makes yet another discovery – she makes a new friend!

We first met KC in KC’s Christmas Discovery. Now it’s the summer months, and she’s scurrying around just like always. 

Making friends isn’t always easy, but KC shows us how it’s done.

KC's New Friend is available on Amazon in paperback, hardcover, and on Kindle, and available from most major booksellers by request.

About the Author:

Estelle and Brax

Estelle “Essie” H. Herndon, is a Christ Follower, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and prayer warrior. She has worked alongside her husband, Robert, as his paralegal for over 50 years. 

Essie is active in her church. She teaches with her husband in Bible studies and leading small groups, helping with Women’s Ministries and Grief Ministries, from youth to young married adults.

She is also active in her community, having served on various boards over the years.

Her family and friends are her hobbies. She and husband Robert enjoy traveling, which includes Georgia football games. 

She truly tries to please God in her daily activities, always remembering where she has been in her past and how God has worked in her life for His Honor. She lives in Georgia.

Essie’s nonfiction book, Finding His Strength, released in 2017, and the first KC book, KC's Christmas Discovery, released in 2019.

  

Latest Release: A Dog and His Bone by Mister Brock and Stephen Low

We're excited to announce the release of our latest book, A Dog and His Bone, written by Mister Brock and illustrated by Stephen Low.

About the Book: 

A selfish young dog called Rufus goes in search of his beloved bone and finds three new toys even more amazing. But he isn't the only one who wants them ...

Available on Amazon
Available on Kindle

About the Authors:

Mister Brock and Stephen Low met in 2010 when they were both teachers in South Korea. Though one came from America and liked to write and the other called England his home and was a gifted artist, the two shared a passion for storytelling and creativity which led them to begin the process of creating A Dog and His Bone. Over the years, the two merged their talents and created the company "The Slow Connection," which has published numerous children's books for the teaching company VIPKID along with a number of other freelance projects. The two continue to create works together and remain close friends to this very day.

Visit them on the Web: www.TheSlowConnection.net.

L-R: Mister Brock and Stephen Low

Latest Release: Big Daddy and Cousin Rico Visit Indian Springs

We're excited to announce our latest release, a cute picture book written by Mary T. Jacobs and illustrated by Marci Thacker.

Available on Amazon in paperback. (Kindle version coming soon!)

Grandfather and Big Daddy plan an exciting road trip on their way to a family reunion, planning to leave Cousin Rico behind. But Rico has a surprise in store that soon lands him in big trouble. In this grand adventure, Rico learns the love and care of family and friends to help them all have a happy ending!

About the Author:

Mary Jacobs is a retired middle school principal and college professor. She worked at Mercer University and was the coordinator of the Educational Leadership Department. She is married and has two wonderful children and three awesome grandchildren.

Mary has published many articles and is the author of the book Inspiring Future Leaders through Coaching and Mentoring. Rico’s Cabo Adventure is her third children’s book and the third book in the Big Daddy’s Adventure Series. Be sure to check out the first two books– Big Daddy’s Secret on Fripp Island and Rico’s Fripp Island Adventure! Mary currently lives on Fripp Island with her husband.

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