Martha Ann is twelve years old when Papa finally saves enough money to purchase her freedom from slavery. In 1830, the family leaves east Tennessee to begin a new life in Liberia. On market days, Martha Ann watches the British navy patrolling the Liberian coast to stop slave catchers from kidnapping her family and friends and forcing them back into slavery. Martha Ann decides to thank Queen Victoria in person for sending the navy. But first, she must determine how to make the 3,500-mile voyage to England, find a suitable gift for the Queen, and withstand the ridicule of family and friends who learn of her impossible dream. Martha Ann's Quilt for Queen Victoria is the true story of Martha Ann Ricks, an ex-slave who spent fifty years saving spare coins to fulfill her dream of meeting the Queen of England.

Featuring a failed young wizard and her cleanup crew, this delightfully dysfunctional middle grade fantasy is an imaginative twist on magic school that's perfect for fans of Nevermoor and The School for Good and Evil. Cara Moone is a wizard-but she's basically flunked out of wizard school. Now she's in training to be a MOP, also known as Magical Occurrence Purger, also known as it's Cara's job to sweep up the hazardous dust a real wizard's spells leave behind. A real wizard, that is, like Harlee Wu, the so-called Chosen One destined to save the magical world. But when one of Harlee's spells goes awry and leaves behind a rift in the fabric of magic itself, it'll take more than magic to clean up the mess. Luckily, messes are kind of Cara's thing. Magic is messy-and fantastically fun-in this underdog story packed with humor, adventure, and attitude.

Worlds of adventure await in this action-packed sequel to The Secret of Zoone, where it's up to Ozzie Sparks, a blue skyger, a purple-haired princess, and one very overprepared aunt to save the multiverse from an evil robot overlord. Ozzie Sparks's life went from normal to out of this world-literally-when he traveled to the station of Zoone, saved the multiverse, and somehow managed to find his way home to his Aunt Temperance. He'd like nothing more than to go back right away, but the portal is stubbornly closed. Until Zoone comes to him. But his friends Fidget and Tug aren't dropping in for a friendly visit. An evil overlord and his army of automatons have taken over Zoone, and it's up to Ozzie, Fidget, Tug, and Ozzie's usually very normal aunt to defeat them and save the station (again). Fans of adventures like The Unwanteds and The Glass Sentence will be swept away by the second book in Lee Edward Foedi's fantastically fun multiversal series.

MOM'S CHOICE AWARDS(r) GOLD MEDALIST: A STORY AS AGELESS AS THE FOREVER TREES IT CELEBRATES. "Suddenly Mother jumped to her feet and ran to one of the trees, a three-hundred-foot-tall redwood. ''Forever tree Forever tree '' she cried, smiling. She swept the skinny girl up into her arms. The child s pale skin shimmered in the golden forest light. ''Forever trees, forever trees, '' they sang, spinning in circles. The memory melted into the fog, and Eliza felt very tired. The question came again to her. It appeared out of the gray, out of the damp, out of the cold corners of this new house. The question whispered it always did the kind of whisper that sounded very loud indeed: Where had Mother gone? Shadows appeared and disappeared in Eliza's mind. Still, she couldn't remember. She simply could not remember anything after that last story in the forest. For some reason, she wasn't terribly worried. She was a little worried, for sure, but not terribly worried, because a strange calm held the shadows and the question. It held Eliza, too. Because love is forever. "The clearest way into the universe is through a forest wilderness." --John Muir -What fans are saying: "Eliza's Forever Trees is a compelling and powerful account, very highly recommended...it stands out as an exceptional tale of personal and world discoveries. Add Alex Walton's vivid drawings and you have beautiful creation of hope and color."-- Diane Donovan, Children's Editor, Midwest Book Review, Children's Bookshelf "Stephanie Lisa Tara's writing has such a perfect balance of lightness and depth; the reader sees all creatures, (even snakes) as part of a kind kingdom inhabited with their own native tongue. Her creativity gives the reader treats like French speaking squirrels and a fan favorite in her L-ladybug lingo. "Eet eez mine," the squirrel said in her French accent, which made her angry glare all the more assertive. "Oh mly," said the ladybug. "Ohhhhh mllllly," said several other ladybugs. --Mare Henderson, Teacher, Mom "I have read many children's books during my career as an Elementary School Principal. This book is in every way a fine example of the type of literature we should be reading to and with our children. I highly endorse it and hope that you enjoy is as much as I." --Barbara Glazer, Retired Principal, Mom "Eliza's Forever Trees is a rich and meaningful story, flowing with beautiful language and vivid vocabulary...sure to please nature lovers--perhaps it will even make nature lovers of those who are not." --Lee Edward Fodi, Children's Author, Illustrator "This wonderful book is a timeless tale about children and loss, the healing power of nature, how a little girl found her voice again and came to understand that love can never die." --Nathalie Fraise, Nutrition Educator, Mom ''Enchanting story . . . the writing lyrical: 'She had always been here, always watching and protecting, guarding her family, as all mothers do, for mothers always come back.' '' --Ricki Lewis, Geneticist, author, mom ''Some books actually become the place where they are set . . . they describe a natural environment so completely, so deeply, so succinctly, so magically, and so sweetly that this place actually comes to enchanted life...did I mention the magical quality of the writing? The author's strings of words are so tasty you will not be hungry while you read . . . each delicious spaghetti sentence is a length of truth that you can twirl up on your fork and devour quickly.'' --Brian Heffron, Filmmaker, poet, d

**************************************************************************************************************************************** READ & REVIEW Gwynne, Fair & Shining--Dear Readers, We are asking that YOU WRITE A SHORT REVIEW after you & your family enjoy this book Add YOUR VOICE to others Many thanks ***************************************************************************************************************************************** "Evoking the POWER of the FAIRY TALE--Stephanie Lisa Tara enchants and inspires young girls to believe in themselves no matter what: "Fair and Shining, was Gwynne, Now inside--and out Just believe in yourself...(That's what magic's about)" ALL ABOUT BELIEVING IN YOURSELF "Gwynne Fair & Shining by Stephanie Lisa Tara is a delightful story in rhyme...the message is powerful and encourages children to follow their hearts, their passions and to believe in themselves...the illustrator, Lee Edward Fodi has created a masterpiece in his twenty-four illustrations. The soft colors draw in the reader. The scenes are whimsical and inviting...Armchair Interviews says: Gwynne Fair & Shining is a winner. Children will want this read, over and over again." CHARMING BOOK "I love this book It is charming and endearing. Everyone at my house has read it and the youngest is 15 years old. My grandson asks me to read it to him. He is 3. The illustrations are precious. This book will be in our library for years to come." MARVELOUS... ..".joys of old world story-poem verse, Stephanie Lisa Tara reinvents for us today, recalling a time now passed where tv and movies did not exist and parent and child spent long hours together in connective bonding before fairy tale books...a return to lyrical flow that takes its time with no need to rush, and words that spill off the tongue If you haven't read Stephanie Tara's other books, make a point of doing so. All ring at the same lovely pitch and all speak to the heart of connecting with children, speaking to them, inspiring them to dream, make new rules, think new ways A big bravo And, more, more, please " UPBEAT...GWYNNE, FAIR & SHINING... "Gwynne Fair & Shining is an upbeat children's picturebook with truly standout illustrations... the rhyming story tells of a young girl's magical journey and the importance of learning to believe in oneself. Author Stephanie Lisa Tara evokes the power of the fairy tale in this charming read-aloud story..." MAGICAL...GWYNNE, FAIR & SHINING FAIRYTALE "Who can resist a fairy tale with a happy ending? Let us welcome Gwynne, Fair & Shining by Stephanie Lisa Tara...the text is delightful verse and the artwork is magical. For someone who sees many such books, I can tell you this one stands out from the crowd." GWYNNE, FAIR & SHINING...GOOD ADVICE "In another pretty selection, Gwynne lives in a castle, toiling sadly every day and night. A magic flute rescues her from the drudgery as the book's rhymes create magic along with the glitter-encrusted illustrations. Good advice for young girls is found during Gwynne's transformation." JOYFUL VERSE...GWYNNE, FAIR & SHINING "Stephanie Lisa Tara's joyful verse will delight readers in her third book, Gwynne Fair & Shining...Lee Edward Fodi's illustrations propel readers through this magical, spinning, dancing adventure. Your young readers and listeners will be rooting for Gwynne as she battles belittling bullies and self-doubt to realize her dreams."

Dear Turtle Activists, I want to thank each and every one of you for your tireless dedication and love to our cause I have written this book FOR YOU I dedicate this book TO YOU 120 pages of fotos, facts and fun Stephanie Lisa Tara's Turtle Book has a primary goal: SAVING SEA TURTLES FROM EXTINCTION. A portion of proceeds from this book go to charitable organizations like the Turtle Foundation (www.turtle-foundation.org) of whom my first turtle book, I'LL FOLLOW THE MOON-is a proud sponsor. If you are new to us-please join with us, for together, holding hands, we can effect change. Yes-really xoxo. SAVE GREEN SEA TURTLES on Facebook (www.facebook.com/.../Save-Green-Sea-Turtles/33363600998) is our hugely popular hang-out-tens of thousands of Activists-strong. Please join us NOW-prepare for something totally new and amazing Stephanie Lisa Tara's Turtle Book is not your typical scientific turtle book: my special book is all about having FUN Enjoy the mini FLIP-BOOK in the corners and create a movie of your own Click the ebook pages-or thumb through manually in the paperback-YOUR CHOICE I've written these chapters in a fun, chatty voice-you know, the one YOU use when talking up your favorite topics Don't be surprised if you find yourself giggling as you turn pages Enjoy breathtaking photography, incredible facts, and way-out wow'ing surprises that these millennium-old creatures have to share. AND: TWO IS BETTER THAN ONE Yep Stephanie Lisa Tara's Turtle Book is my second turtle book-it's a perfect TWIN to my first international bestseller, I'LL FOLLOW THE MOON: buy BOTH TOGETHER for your shelf. Two little twins; one a fable, one fotos, facts & fun. So, in closing...please accept this deeply personal gift from me, your faithful sea turtle leader, the turtle-lady, or Stephanie Lisa Turtle - as I was renamed recently by a fan-from my heart to yours. GOD BLESS EVERYONE WHO HAS SUPPORTED THE CAUSE TO SAVE SEA TURTLES FROM EXTINCTION

Martha Ann tiene 12 anos de edad cuando Papa logra reunir el dinero suficiente para librarla de la esclavitud. En 1830, la familia entera abandona el este de Tennessee para comenzar una vida nueva en Liberia. En los dias de mercado, Martha Ann contempla los barcos de la marina britanica que patrullan la costa liberiana para impedir que los cazadores de esclavos secuestren a su familia y amigos y les devuelvan a la esclavitud. Martha Ann decide dar personalmente las gracias a la reina Victoria por haber enviado a la marina. Pero primero tendra que hallar el modo de recorrer las 3500 millas que la separan de Inglaterra, idear un regalo apropiado para la Reina y soportar las burlas de los familiares y amigos que descubren su sueno inalcanzable. La colcha de Martha Ann para la reina Victoria es la historia real de Martha Ann Ricks, una ex esclava que paso cincuenta anos de su vida guardando monedas sueltas para poder cumplir su sueno de conocer a la Reina de Inglaterra.