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CAT'S EYES By Karen Lee Field

Cat’s Eyes (Land of Miu, #1)

by Karen Lee Field

Book Description:

Twelve year old Kate Dawson is unhappy at home. Her widowed mother has remarried and Kate has a stepfather and a six year old half-sister, Emma, who is nothing but a pest. She knows the resentment she feels towards Emma and her stepfather is making her mum unhappy, but Kate is confused by the deep feelings of guilt and jealousy that plague her.

One morning, Emma disappears down a mystical looking well. Irritated but worried, Kate follows and the two girls are thrust into the tunnels of Miu, an unknown place built within the lava tunnels of an extinct volcano. They meet a young Miuan princess and her guard, who are on the run, and the girls are instantly swept into a danger that will test their skills, their friendship and their love.

Book Details:

Genre: Fantasy for younger readers (9 to 12 year olds)

ISBN: 978-0-9808642-0-5 (pbk.) and 978-0-9808642-1-2 (eBook) RRP: $14.99 Printed; $2.99 for Ebook Pages: 136 Formats: Paperback and Ebook Publisher: Kayelle Press Date Published: 10 December 2010

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'FOREVER LACED' AN EXCITING JOURNEY

Forever Laced: A Journey through Two Centuries
Kathryn Smith Lockhard

“We become who we are because of those that came before and the choices made. It is the results of those decisions that lace one generation to the next.” [Click here for website]

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Kathryn Smith Lockhard is a former financial controller. She has spoken to large academic groups on career education and assisted in writing a manual for the State Department of Education based on statewide surveys she had conducted. As a videographer hobbyist, she has been interviewed on radio. As a direct descendant of the Roesch and Houston families, she has given a presentation to members of the Brevard Historical Society on the Roesch history based on three years of arduous research and countless interviews. A native of Florida, born at the former Banana River Naval Air Station, she now makes her home in Massachusetts with her family.

WHERE TO ORDER

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Available in hard cover, soft cover, and ebook



ABOUT THE BOOK

From the Napoleonic Wars to family gatherings in 2008, Forever Laced tells the history of one extraordinary family through events large and small, of historic and personal significance.

STORYTELLING IN LEARNING

This is a 'must have' addition to any library, classroom, resource center, or private collection. The quality and scope fill a much needed gap in resources for integrating storytelling effectiveling in the learning setting.

"Character traits for three grade levels are promoted in a collection of world folktales, legends, myths, and personal stories, with corresponding questions and activities.

Research affirms that storytelling enhances analytical and organizational skills, as well as all aspects of language arts development—happy news for teachers and librarians for whom reading comprehension is always a top priority. By involving students in the process of Question-Answer Relationships (QAR), you can enlist powerful stories to shift their imaginations into high gear.

Storytelling and QAR Strategies offers a clear, detailed explanation of this research-based, reading comprehension framework, providing teachers, school librarians, and storytellers with the tools they need to incorporate the deep learning of QAR into storytelling events and classroom work. The authors furnish traditional tales, fables, and myths related to the 12 pillars of character education, underscoring the traits of caring, citizenship, fairness, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Each story is supported by QAR questions and includes activities for pre- and post-reading, as well as complete documentation and source information.

Bundling together character education, storytelling, and QAR, the book puts all of the necessary materials at the fingertips of teachers and librarians. It is also a valuable tool for storytellers, with guidance on developing the QAR strategies around a multitude of stories. Research proves that teaching QAR strategies results in deepened student comprehension as well as higher test scores. Thanks to this book, implementing the technique has never been easier.

Features
• Stories for grades 3-8, separated by grade level
• Questions for each QAR strategy for each story
• Worksheets, organizers, and activities

Highlights
• Provides a wide range of stories for grades 3-8 that teach good character traits and also a taxonomy with which to help students uncover deeper meanings
• Defines QAR as a reading comprehension strategy
• Enables the teaching of higher-order thinking skills through QAR
• Reviews the reading research connected with QAR as a successful builder of student reading, listening, and comprehension skills

Phyllis Hostmeyer, a consultant for Educational Resources Group, Inc., works internationally conducting professional development for educators. She offers workshops on all aspects of reading, writing, and language arts. She also works as a storyteller who shares personal narratives, Bible stories, and her original versions of fairy tales and fables.

Marilyn Adele Kinsella of Fairview Heights, IL, has told stories professionally as a teacher and children's librarian since 1981. She graduated with honors from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville, IL, in 1974, with a BS in elementary education. She currently works exclusively as a freelance storyteller, workshop presenter, and writer. Although this is her first book, many of her stories and articles have appeared in books and magazines including Libraries Unlimited's The Storytelling Classroom: Applications across the Curriculum. "

Book link: http://www.abc-clio.com/product.aspx?id=2147483807

BOOK DECODES JEREMIAH

The Man who Knew God decodes the complexities of the book of Jeremiah and argues that this prophet is the key figure in shaping Western civilization. Author Mordecai Schreiber posits that Jeremiah is not only the one who eradicated paganism amongst the Hebrew people, but he can also be considered the founder of the post-biblical Jewish faith and the one who served as a spiritual model for Jesus of Nazareth. Offering intriguing insights into Jeremiah’s role in the founding of Western monotheism and the eradication of paganism amongst the Hebrew people, this book should be read by all those interested in Biblical studies and religion.

Rabbi Mordecai Schreiber is the author of over 50 books on Judaic and linguistic topics. He is the author of Ask the Bible and Light to the Nations: From Biblical Promise to World Peace.


Praise for the book by leading Bible scholars:

“The Book of Jeremiah continues to sound its assurances and its demands in challenging, contemporary ways. Rabbi Schreiber here provides an accessible entry into this remarkable prophetic person, voice, and tradition that live in the extremities of faith. Accenting the key issues in this prophetic articulation, Schreiber shows the bold way in which Jeremiah moves in revolutionary leaps beyond the closed tribalism of his antecedents. This wise book merits careful and sustained attention. It will evoke conversation that will continue to vex and nourish responsible faith, just the vexation and nourishment the prophet himself intended. The move toward an inclusive openness voiced by the prophet continues to be a demanding agenda for his present-day readers.” —Walter Brueggemann, Columbia Theological Seminary

“Rabbi Schreiber’s central idea, that Jeremiah was the model upon which the author of the famous Suffering Servant songs in the book of Isaiah based these poems and hich, in turn, served as a significant inspiration for Jesus’ ministry, is both elegantly simple and profoundly important for Jews and Christians. It is high time that we celebrate what we have in common rather than fighting over our differences. Rabbi Schreiber helps us to do that.” —Alice Ogden Bellis, Howard University School of Divinity

"Highly recommending this work, I likewise express my hope that the author should consider follow-up volumes on the other major prophets." — Fr. Peter Stravinskas, editor, The Catholic Response

"Books like Mordecai Schreiber's The Man Who Knew God: Decoding Jeremiah are important because they clue us in on what we are missing....the author does an admirable job of elucidating the remarkable historical significance of the prophet for Jews and Christians."
—Tikkun Magazine

Earlier praise for the author’s essay on the suffering servant in Isaiah, which forms the book’s central idea:

“I read your essay with avid interest. I will assign it in one of my courses. It is beautifully written.” — Michael Cook, Hebrew Union College Jewish Institute of Religion

“Regarding Jeremiah as the suffering servant. . . my reaction to your treatment is positive.” —Richard Elliott Friedman, author, Who Wrote the Bible?

“Your mastery of the sources and of scholarship is very impressive, and you write like a very effective teacher.” —Bradley Shavit Artson, American Jewish University


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To learn more about this book, visit the author’s website at:
http://www.MordecaiSchreiber.com

SHERLYN POWELL ANNOUNCES NEW BOOK

"Captured Hearts", shares the captivating romance of Sylvia Masters ,a hot fifty-two year old widow and CEO of The Masters Investment Group. After her husband passed her focus turned to raising their three children making sure the company started by her late husband made to the Fortune 500.

Lieutenant Julian Reynolds is on the scene to inform her that her former fiancee, Addison Lockwood has been murdered. When Lieutenant Reynolds goes to the Masters' home to question Sylvia he is blown away by her beauty.

Sylvia's looks and strong personality inspire Lieutenant Reynolds to solve the case and pursue the woman of his dreams. When Sylvia offers the Lieutenant a cup of coffee their hands touch and their eyes lock. After a tulmutious beginning, he summons the courage to ask Sylvia to dinner.

Problem: Julian is ten years younger and Sylvia isn't interested in being labeled a Cougar! Refusing the Lieutenants invitation, Sylvia is flattered that this much younger man finds her attractive. What would her family say? Can Sylvia have a future with Julian?

Exciting New Book

"Hannah and Sam Pine, are forced to move when their mother dies. Hannah’s grief for the loss of her mother nearly pushes her into deaths waiting arms, until she becomes enveloped in the life of her handsome savior, Ethan Sun. Hannah fall’s desperately in love with Ethan, whom she deems perfect. It doesn’t take her long to realize that she isn’t too far off of her assumption, once she is exposed to his mysterious world. The stronger her love becomes for Ethan, the more extreme his deadly secrets get. Hannah is forced to push beyond human reason and confront the evil that lurks everywhere. She is faced with the battle of losing her beloved brother Sam, losing her eternal love Ethan, and most importantly, losing her soul. She will be forced to choose between right and wrong and realize that the spiritual realm of good and evil really does exist..."

Hamilton, L.A. The Willing Spirit. Dog Ear Publishing. 2010.

$12.95 / Perfectbound / ISBN: 9781608445813 /248 pages

SCHOLAR ADDRESSES EARLY PENTECOSTAL WOMEN PREACHERS

Women of the Good News: The Rhetorical Heritage of Pentecostal Holiness Women Preachers, CMT Press. Available via Amazon.com

Description: The first book to share interviews with women preachers of the International Pentecostal Holiness Church (IPHC), Dr. Welch explores rhetoric, gender, and religion in the biographies, autobiographies, and histories that detail what it means to be a Pentecostal woman preacher in Oklahoma. Archival materials provide a picture of Pentecostalism years before Oklahoma became a state in 1907, and a transcribed interview with the former Presiding Bishop of the IPHC, James Leggett, gives a contemporary view of what it means to be Pentecostal in the 21st century. A Christian scholar who grew up in the IPHC, Dr. Welch draws upon the field of rhetoric to use Jim Corder’s theory of generative ethos to illuminate the way identity is constructed on individual, collective, and spiritual levels. She shows the role place plays in the development of faith and character in her chapter “We are of this Place: Oklahoma and Ethos.” She concludes the book with an honest look at the administrative levels of the IPHC and ends with a note of hope for the future.

Kristen Dayle Welch (PhD, University of Arizona) is Assistant Professor of English and Director of the Writing Center at Longwood University, Farmville, Virginia, USA.

NEW BOOK CELEBRATES FAITH, LOVE, AND FAMILY

In Her Own Words: The Life and Inspirational Poems of Velma Dora Terry (1915-1999). Velma Terry; compiled and edited by Marilyn A. Hudson. Whorl Books via CreateSpace. Order: Amazon.com

A child of the windy wheat plains of central Kansas, Velma Dora Terry, lived a simple life of no great renown, yet she possessed a poet's vision and a prophet's faith. Velma lived in simple homes in Kansas, rude houses in the Ozarks, and small homes on the frosty Nebraska hills. She gave birth to ten children over thirty years and lost three as infants. She fell, she stumbled, and in every time reached out to the God of her faith and tried to point others in that saving way. Velma's work originally appeared in several small collections, sold throughout southwestern Missouri and printed in newspapers in the region. Now, for the firstime, a majority of her work is being presented in its chronological order, along with a biographical and faith sketch of this woman who, in her poems, continues to speak In Her Own Words.

Endorsement:

"What a grace gift from the Lord that He made us such creatures of innovative communication! He certainly bestowed this trait upon Velma Dora Cochren Terry. "In Her Own Words" is the treasured reflections and responses from this pioneer woman of 20th century Kansas. Through her poetic pen readers can resonate with her passion as she composed the nuances of this life, and contemplated the one to come. "-- Dr. Terry Tramel, Southwestern Christian University, Bethany, Oklahoma.

Release Date: Available at Amazon.com July 20th (link will be added then).

LEAST of the APOSTLES By Dennis E. Ingolfsland

The book places a carefully condensed version of Paul's letters chronologically into the historical story of Paul's ministry as recorded in the Book of Acts. Brief introductions to each letter and footnotes on historical background help the reader better understand Paul's ministry in the broader context of Roman History.

The book also includes short appendices on Paul's letters and the New Testament canon, and on the relation of Paul's teaching to that of Jesus.

This book was not written for scholars. It was written for new believers, or for unbelievers who are "seeking" and who want a quick overview of what the gospel and Christianity is all about.

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'CIRCLE OF SOULS'

Engaging, moving, and a book you won't want to put down til the last page......

This novel by new author Preetham Grandhi is a riveting work of strong and unique characters. A delicate young girl begins to have strange dreams, a horrific killer strikes a peaceful community, and the genesis of a story of love, human evil, and struggle are revealed with the an artist's touch.

Can the caring doctor help the young girl in his care? Can he make sense of her troubling dreams before something terrible happens to her? More importantly, can he really believe what her dreams seem to mean about the nature of reality and of life and death?

The author draws from his own expertise to establlish a believable and honest character dealing with something unique and inspiring.

Strongly recommended as a welcome addition to lovers of suspense, the paranormal, crime stories, and a good read.
Webpage: http://www.acircleofsouls.com/

SOMETHING DESIRABLE: Sherilyn Powell

What happens when the best laid plans go awry? That is the challenge of this seductive, engaging and heartwarming tale. Adrienne Baxter is a brilliant young architect who, on the fast track, has a life all planned out. Set to enjoy a life with Brian - Dexter walks into her life...and he was not supposed to happen! As a lovely and intelligent African American woman, she finds she is uncharacteristically weak and unsure as she enjoys the attention of both men. Only one, however, can win....

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PARANORMAL BOOK FOR CHILDREN

What happens to people in a coma? Can our dreams be real? Do 'alternate realities"' exist?

"Dream Share" is a book for older elementary and middle school readers. It's the story of a twelve year old who accidentally enters the comatose state of his elder brother and the two begin exploring the mystical realms between life and death. Fun soon turns to fear the boys find themselves fighting for their lives in a place where your worst nightmares come true, and each is forced to confront their own demons in order to survive.

Author, Rita Milios, is a licensed psychotherapist, author, and workshop presenter. Rita Milios, known also as The Mind Mentor or The Dream lady, is an expert in the subconscious mind and in the use of the mind, Rita has been researching and writing about dreams, intuition, meditation, visualization, creativity, and other mind-related topics for more than twenty years.

The book is an engaging and very human story told with energy, understanding of human nature, and sympathy for the real anxieties and fears youth face. The theme of the paralyzing influence of fear is predominant and as the protagonist of the story, Sam, learns to "see more deeply", the boys begin to understand that reality is often what you perceive it to be. This truth is what will lead them safely home.

A bonus section at the back of deals with the the "story behind the story" as the author discusses the real life and real science inspiration for the books paranormal themes: what happens when a person is in a coma? What are "out-of-body" experiences? Do alternate realities truly exist? A special glossary to understanding dreams and a "Dream Journaling" section is included.

Milios, Rita. Dream Share. Rose Heart Publishing/Cypress Imprint

(http://www.roseheartbooks.com/), 2009. ISBN: 978-982233728 Cover Price: $12.95 (U.S.)

What reviewers are saying:"Michael W. Davis has once again written a top-notch thriller. He starts out with a bang, then steps back and slowly reels the reader into a story both believable and otherworldly. As the truth unfolds, the horror of what happened to the town and its inhabitants many years before leads the way to a stunning conclusion. Blind Consent is a necessary read for thriller lovers everywhere. Michael W. Davis fans can only hope he is hard at work on his next novel."Night Owl Romance, Reviewers Top Choice "You can read excepts and reviews to all my novels at Davisstories.com, plus I'm running a drawing for a paperback, winner's choice of any of my novels. "Michael DavisDavisstories.comRomancesuspensenovels.comTheWritersVineyard.com

Blind Consent, “The answers are buried in the secrets of the past.”

Forgotten Children, “Only Sara knows the truth.”

Tainted Hero, “Sometimes good people do bad things.”

The Treasure, “A lonely heart can impair one’s judgment.” V

eil of Deception, “Sometimes truth cuts deeper than a lie.”

1/2010 RIMFIRE, "Somethings are better left unknown."

MEET THE AUTHOR: DR. TERRY TRAMEL

Life Springs Press and Dr. Terry Tramel announce the release of a new book, "The Beauty of the Balance: Toward an Evangelical -Pentecostal Theology". The book seeks to find the common ground behind two powerful contemporary religious theologies. It seek to also offer a better articulation of some of the controversial claims of Pentecostalism. Content address issues related to scripture, Christ, salvation, sanctification, Spirit Baptism, suffering and the Second Coming. Detailed essays accompany these and address topic such as ,"The Primacy of Scripture in Pentecostal Theology", "The Reconciling Community of God", "The Initial Evidence of the Baptism of the Spirit","Spiritual Gifts" and others.

In his foreward, Bishop James Leggett of the International Pentecostal Holiness Church writes:" Dr. Tramel's book comes at an opportune time. I believe it will serve to deepen the Pentecostals' appreciation of their Evangelical brethern, and I believe it will help Evangelicals better understand the distinctives of Pentecostal theology."

To order directly from the publisher: LifeSprings Resources, http://www.lifesprignsresources.com/ or 1-800-541-1376 Cost: $20 To contact the author: Tramteacher@yahoo.com

SUGAR, SPICE, AND LESSONS FOR LIFE: A FATHER’S WORDS OF FAITH FOR HIS DAUGHTER.
Twenty years ago a seven-year-old girl came into Steve Hood’s life, and his heart was opened wider than he ever thought possible. He adopted his daughter shortly after marrying her mother. Sugar, Spice and Lessons for Life is the revision of a cookbook that new author Steve Hood started about ten years ago. The original book, given as a high school graduation present, contained a number of favorite family recipes and some simple instructions for the kitchen. After revision, the cookbook now contains recipes not only for the kitchen, but as well for: life, love, grace, happiness, success, wisdom, and a recipe for the Proverbs 31 woman.

A book from a dad’s heart to his daughter, Sugar, Spice, and Lessons for Life gives a clear look at Biblical ingredients that go into the recipe of a person’s life. It is a book that every dad will want to give to his daughter as he sends her out into the world.

Author Steve Hood, a graduate of Oral Roberts University, has spent the past sixteen years working in the construction industry as an account manager for a large international tool and construction product company. He has been involved in a variety of functions at various local churches during his travels over the past several years. From teaching Sunday school, to leading small group studies, to playing guitar in a small country gospel band, Steve has stayed involved in God’s work wherever he has lived. Currently residing in Coweta, Oklahoma, Steve and his wife Terrie spend as much time as possible enjoying their new grandchildren and visiting with family and friends.

Sugar Spice and Lessons for Life is now available online at www.tatepublishing.com and at all area bookstores.

For further information contact: Steven Hood - Author Phone: 918-279-6818 mail: steve.hood@hilti.com

SHOOT THE MAN DOWN.

SHOOT THE MAN DOWN by F. Lee Hayslip. Ordering information: 5x5 x 8.5 - paperback - ISBN 9781438251592 - Western fiction - 105 pages. $7.95
http://www.fhayslip.com/ or http://www.amazon.com/

Indian Territory, 1883. Ned Picket, a deputy marshal out of Fort Smith, has learned his wife and daughter has been murdered by a band of outlaws. The trail leads into the panhandle, into the notorious no man's land where outlaws and renegades run wild. A chance encounter with a young woman, Bess Armstrong, whose family has been murdered by these same outlaws is also seeking revenge. After seeing her hatred, and bitterness, he changes his mind and realized that revenge was not the answer. Determined to take these men back to stand trial, he not only has to confront the outlaws, he has to stop her from killing them. Will he stop her cruel intentions? or will he resort to killing these men as he had planned? A chilling and soul searching story in the wild and wooly west of yesterday.

Frank was born in Hobart, Oklahoma, and has lived in Oklahoma all his life. He's an author, actor, and has written several articles for LOST TREASURE & WESTERN AND EASTERN MAGAZINES. He has three grown children, and lives with his wife of 48 years in Warr Acres, Oklahoma.

MARILYN A. HUDSON

THOSE PESKY VERSES OF PAUL: Women & the New Testament by Marilyn A. Hudson. Order via Cafe Press.

Looking at the way Jesus treated women in the Gospels, what can we learn? Does Paul really limit women's participation in the church? Some interesting things emerge on examining the historical and theological contexts of many familiar portions of scripture. When balanced against other scripture, some surprising principles challenge our understanding.

What Others Are Saying:

"Marilyn provides much needed balance in her examination of these "pesky" verses. Finally, a woman looks at the scriptures and sees the truth of the message there for women." - Anna Byrd.

Marilyn A. Hudson is an author, storyteller, and experienced church leader. She holds degrees in History and Library Information from the University of Oklahoma.