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We can order any of the books below through Sleepytown Press, if you would rather bypass Amazon. We do have to add $1.50 handling fee plus shipping. All books are delivered via UPS to your front door.
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MOLLY MARIE and THE AMAZING JIMMY
Story by
Michael Verhoosky
Illustrated by Michael Verhoosky
$10.95
"Do you know any leprechauns?" Molly asked her daddy. "Of
course!" "What’s their name?" "Oh! Ummm…Jimmy." "I can’t wait to see him!" cried Molly Marie.
"I can’t wait to meet The Amazing
Jimmy!"
Readers of all ages will love this
delightfully funny, touchingly tender tale about how an old binky helps a little
girl and a leprechaun grow brave enough to forge a magical
friendship.
Michele Verhoosky is a member of The Dramatists Guild, the Society of Children’s Book
Writers and Illustrators, and the author of the delightful children’s book,
HILDA McGILDA, "The Witch Who Was Too Pretty" (published by Sleepytown Press, 2010). Her
coming-of-age plays have been produced off-off Broadway, earning a rave review in The New York Times. She has studied art extensively in the Carolinas, and her commissioned pieces are in several private collections. She lives with her husband, "Grumpy," in North Carolina when she’s not flying off to share stories, magic, hugs and laughter with her beloved grandchildren.
Michael Verhoosky
Illustrated by Michael Verhoosky
$10.95
"Do you know any leprechauns?" Molly asked her daddy. "Of
course!" "What’s their name?" "Oh! Ummm…Jimmy." "I can’t wait to see him!" cried Molly Marie.
"I can’t wait to meet The Amazing
Jimmy!"
Readers of all ages will love this
delightfully funny, touchingly tender tale about how an old binky helps a little
girl and a leprechaun grow brave enough to forge a magical
friendship.
Michele Verhoosky is a member of The Dramatists Guild, the Society of Children’s Book
Writers and Illustrators, and the author of the delightful children’s book,
HILDA McGILDA, "The Witch Who Was Too Pretty" (published by Sleepytown Press, 2010). Her
coming-of-age plays have been produced off-off Broadway, earning a rave review in The New York Times. She has studied art extensively in the Carolinas, and her commissioned pieces are in several private collections. She lives with her husband, "Grumpy," in North Carolina when she’s not flying off to share stories, magic, hugs and laughter with her beloved grandchildren.
Meet Mickey
by Esther L. Maxkey
$7.95
For your children from 2 - 4 years old this is a story in pictures of a
little white dog named Mickey and his cousin Neely. Mickey liked to dressed up
and have his picture taken, so his Aunt Shirley and Mom did just that. Here are
some of those pictures for the kids to look and laugh at. Have fun reading
"Meet Mickey"
$7.95
For your children from 2 - 4 years old this is a story in pictures of a
little white dog named Mickey and his cousin Neely. Mickey liked to dressed up
and have his picture taken, so his Aunt Shirley and Mom did just that. Here are
some of those pictures for the kids to look and laugh at. Have fun reading
"Meet Mickey"
Little Bear and Honey Bee
By Esther L. Mackey
Illustrated by Kaitlin L. Mackey
$14.95 Hardcover
Little Bear and Honey Bee live in the woods. They like living there
because there is always something for them to do with their friends. You know-
the rabbits, skunks, squirrels and all the little animals that live there with
them. You will read how they play hide and seek and spend their time keeping
busy. Also, once in awhile, something scary happens in the woods, and that's
when Little Bear calls on his brothers, Joe and Ben, who are the big bears, to
help them out. I know you'll have fun reading the story and looking at all the
great pictures.
Illustrated by Kaitlin L. Mackey
$14.95 Hardcover
Little Bear and Honey Bee live in the woods. They like living there
because there is always something for them to do with their friends. You know-
the rabbits, skunks, squirrels and all the little animals that live there with
them. You will read how they play hide and seek and spend their time keeping
busy. Also, once in awhile, something scary happens in the woods, and that's
when Little Bear calls on his brothers, Joe and Ben, who are the big bears, to
help them out. I know you'll have fun reading the story and looking at all the
great pictures.
Memories and Prayers
By Brenda Douglas
$5.00
This is a love story. It is one of nostalgia, joy, honor, and friendship
as the reader looks back over the lives of Jan and Daniel Clay. Daniel has
Alzheimer's Disease and Jan is having heart problems; but their love is still
strong and they have instilled their Christian values into some wonderful young
people who have shared their lives over the years. At one point, the reader
gets to see a wonderful "reunion" of the whole family as Daniel opens his eyes
and knows them each and they unknowingly get to say their goodbyes to him. Soon
afterwards, the answer to Jan's most ardent prayer is answered as Dan closes
his eyes down here to awaken in heaven. Just minutes later as Jan fi nishes
writing in her diary, she joins her husband, as a nurse with her own heartache
and pain watches. This same woman, Nadine, has taken care of the couple in the last days of their lives and she has become attached to what she considers two of the most wonderful people she has ever met. She gets a few surprises herself near the ending of the novel. She fi nds love and a sweet, sweet peace in the arms of Daniel's widowed brother as he comes home from the mission fi eld for the funeral and decides to stay in the little cottage that his brother and sister-in-law have called home for so long. They both meet new challenges and
discover happiness for the second time in both of their lives. The reader will laugh, cry, and often be surprised by the happenings in MEMORIES AND PRAYERS.
$5.00
This is a love story. It is one of nostalgia, joy, honor, and friendship
as the reader looks back over the lives of Jan and Daniel Clay. Daniel has
Alzheimer's Disease and Jan is having heart problems; but their love is still
strong and they have instilled their Christian values into some wonderful young
people who have shared their lives over the years. At one point, the reader
gets to see a wonderful "reunion" of the whole family as Daniel opens his eyes
and knows them each and they unknowingly get to say their goodbyes to him. Soon
afterwards, the answer to Jan's most ardent prayer is answered as Dan closes
his eyes down here to awaken in heaven. Just minutes later as Jan fi nishes
writing in her diary, she joins her husband, as a nurse with her own heartache
and pain watches. This same woman, Nadine, has taken care of the couple in the last days of their lives and she has become attached to what she considers two of the most wonderful people she has ever met. She gets a few surprises herself near the ending of the novel. She fi nds love and a sweet, sweet peace in the arms of Daniel's widowed brother as he comes home from the mission fi eld for the funeral and decides to stay in the little cottage that his brother and sister-in-law have called home for so long. They both meet new challenges and
discover happiness for the second time in both of their lives. The reader will laugh, cry, and often be surprised by the happenings in MEMORIES AND PRAYERS.
The Bonds
By Gary Gainey
Illustrated by Rosemarie Gillen
$9.99
The tale of The Bonds is a modern day yarn about a family that lives
unnoticed within the household of humans. Standing only inches high, the Bond's
lineage traces back to a legendary time of magic and fairies: a time before the
modernized day of man, the loss of their wings, and the great shrinking. Life
for the Bonds is exciting yet tranquil, dangerous yet steadfast, fantastic, yet
as down to earth as the ground they walk on and the insects that inhabit it.
Seeing and experiencing the world as the Bonds do is as enriching as peering at
the stars, sailing the oceans, or revisiting a childhood place.
Illustrated by Rosemarie Gillen
$9.99
The tale of The Bonds is a modern day yarn about a family that lives
unnoticed within the household of humans. Standing only inches high, the Bond's
lineage traces back to a legendary time of magic and fairies: a time before the
modernized day of man, the loss of their wings, and the great shrinking. Life
for the Bonds is exciting yet tranquil, dangerous yet steadfast, fantastic, yet
as down to earth as the ground they walk on and the insects that inhabit it.
Seeing and experiencing the world as the Bonds do is as enriching as peering at
the stars, sailing the oceans, or revisiting a childhood place.
Children's Books
Sleepytown by Randy Young
Every night, when Zander goes to bed, he visits a special place in his dreams. He is never afraid of going to sleep. He knows he will always be safe in Sleepytown. So begins an incredible adventure in a land with amazing characters that any child would love. Sleepytown is the perfect book to read to a child as he goes to sleep. It is also a great book to be used in the classroom and it features a page of teacher ideas to use with the book.
$10.95
$10.95
Finding our `Ohana by Jerilyn Ito
Take a delightful and magical journey as Lani and Maleko search for and find their `Ohana. While you travel along with them, discover some of Hawai`is favorite local foods, too! The book captures the life and culture of present day Hawwai`i through the words of Jerilyn Ito. She grew up in Kailua, Hawai`i. Having been an avid reader all her life, she decided to pursue creative writing when she observed her children's curiosity about life was flourishing. She currently lives in Honolulu, Hawai`i with her husband and two children.
$10.95
$10.95
Double Rainbow Island by Jerilyn Ito
$10.95
Malia is tired of staying home and decides to seek out the other Nalo.
Along the way she meets Kaleo and Mano, and together they discover friendship and new colors. But can they get their families to leave their home and meet the other Nalo?
Malia is tired of staying home and decides to seek out the other Nalo.
Along the way she meets Kaleo and Mano, and together they discover friendship and new colors. But can they get their families to leave their home and meet the other Nalo?
Alphabet Grace by Meg Weidner
Litte M bursts through the door. She had a great first day at school. Grammy asks her about her day. She tells Grammy that the teacher said they would be learning the alphabet. Grammy asks M if she would like help learning the alphabet the way that Grammy learned many years ago. Grammy goes on to introduce M to a game called "Alphabet Grace."
$8.00
$8.00
Tails in the Woods by Charlie by Mary Mignerey
Meet Charlie, he's a dog that doesn't know that he's a dog; as a matter of fact, he'll be the first one to tell you that he doesn't even LIKE dogs! But when he has to go live with four of them, he sets out on an adventure into the woods to find out who he really is. Charlie finds many animals that are native to northern Wisconsin, like Billy bear, who is sure that Charlie must be a bear. Devon deer tries to explain to Charlie how to grow antlers. And of course, there's Lilly ladybug, Dustin Dragonfly, and Kali Caterpillar who just "bug" him. T.R. weasel is the guru of the forest. He is the keeper of all knowledge, and he is the only one that can help Charlie discover himself, if only Charlie can find him. Yep, every dog has a tail...and THIS one is Charlie's!
$8.00
$8.00
Hilda McGilda; The Witch Who Was Too Pretty
by Michele Verhoosky
Welcome to the wonderful, whimsical world of Hilda McGilda, where the ordinary turns extraordinary-every day. Hilda is not your run-of-the-mill heroine. Why among Dover Glen it was known she'd been a witch fifty years-multiplied then by ten! "Who cares how long it's been, dear Spook?" she asked her black cat as she thumbed through her book. "I've only reached spell 3003! There's still so much to learn, I'm sure you'll agree." Concocted by The Giggling Grammys, this zany picture storybook will delight young and old alike, especially those who enjoy tales of enchantment and fantasy. It revels in the joys of magic, friendship, and the freedom to be your authentic self while telling the tale of what happens when a spell goes horridly awry. Not only does poor Hilda become prettier and prettier, she loses her powers completely. Can Belinda, Zelda, and Bitsy save Hilda from being doomed to live a life with mortals? And what does perfume have to do with all this anyway? Hardcover: $18.00
Amelia and a Million Cats by Annie B. Lee
Amelia loves her Siamese cat! Then in a blink of a cat's eye things began to change and soon Amelia is up to her knees in whiskers! Join Amelia as she discovers that cats are like potato chips; you can't have just one!
$7.99
$7.99
Henry and Matilda's Adventures in New York by Justin W. Pope
Henry and Matilda get on Farmer Judy's vegetable truck and go on an adventure of a lifetime to New York City. Join them as they visit many of the famous sites of this amazing city, The Empire State Building, Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, and other well known sites in the Big Apple. After reading the story, log onto www.henryandmatilda.com and share your very own travel adventures with Henry and Matilda. $8.99
Flutterby by Ellen George
Come enjoy the delightful journey of a little girl, who loves to play in her father's flower gardens. Butterflies, soon become her very special friends, as she runs and plays among the beautiful roses in her back yard. The butterflies consider her a friend and even call her "Flutterby." Enjoy the rich colors and delightful text as you watch this little girl grow, go off to college, meet the man of her dreams, and eventually get married. Then, they have a daughter of their own and the story is repeated. This book is dedicated to a wonderful father who grew some of the most beautiful roses in the world. $10.00
A Day With Sergeant Rocky Bear by Steven Whited
Sergeant Rocky Bear is a colorful bear who works in a busy little town called Honey Pot Springs. Read along and join the Sergeant as he conducts his duties as a police officer working for the Honey Pot Springs Police Department. The story has important character education tips for resolving conflict and being responsible, as well as not bullying people and understanding the importance of respecting people! The Sergeant hopes to help parents, peace officers, and teachers teach the importance of making positive, safe and healthy choices to our kids. A great book to bridge our youth with our nation's law enforcement! $10.00
`Tween and Up (Any boy or girl that likes a good mystery, would enjoy these books.)
The Mystery Under Third Base by Fran Orenstein
Eleven-year-old Willie, always the smartest kid in town, skips two grades, doesn't have any friends, and spends his days reading in an abandoned old cellar. Suddenly, Huby appears out of nowhere. Who is this weird new boy who knows things he shouldn't and might not be what he seems to be? Together they explore Willie's favorite hideout where mysterious noises and dots of light could mean a ghost. When Willie wins a school contest with a proposal to build a baseball field, the project may fall apart because third base will be over Willie's cellar hideout and whatever may be down there. With the help of new friends and the town witch, Willie's resolution of the ghostly problem is The Mystery Under Third Base. $10.95
The Mystery of the Green Goblin by Fran Orenstein
Huby, the strange boy who sees the future, mysteriously materializes out of nowhere to return in this exciting sequel to The Mystery Under Third Base. It's Halloween and Alex Cooper, age 11, is wearing a green goblin costume. On mischief night, Alex's hated math teacher falls down the stairs and suffers a fatal head injury when his mailbox blows up. A green goblin was seen near the teacher's house that night and by the next day everyone believes that Alex Cooper murdered his teacher, including the police. Join Huby, Alex and his schoolmates as they set out to prove that Alex did not commit the crime. Is there really a nasty green goblin in town and what part do Alex's sometimes friends, Trash and Mungo, the town lowlifes, have to do with it? $10.95
FAT GIRL from Outer Space by Fran Orenstein YA and Adult
Second Edition- Frederica (Freddy) Gold is smart, talented, funny and overweight. She hates her name, her body and the school bully. As if that weren't enough, her parents are newly divorced and her dad has a young girlfriend. Excited about turning twelve and starting middle school, Freddy meets Dolly, an African-American girl and Eva, a Latina, who are are also fat. They discover a mutual love and talent for music and form a band. In this coming-of-age story, Freddy learns to cope with adversity by using her humor, talent and the support of her friends, her older brother, and a special 'fat angel' to earn respect and popularity. 'Tween years are tough for every kid and whether it's zits, body image, hair, bullying or personality, this book will touch every kid between nine and fourteen. $10.95
The Calling of the Flute by Fran Orenstein Adult
Set in Lithuania in 1897, this historical romance is the tale of a young woman conflicted by the traditions and laws of her religion and a need for her own identity. For most of her fifteen years, Hannah has loved Gershon, the Rabbi's son. A match is made, but Hannah fears becoming a Rabbi's wife and having to be a perfect example of womanhood. In her mind, the traditional cutting of her hair and wearing a wig or scarf means losing her identity. Hannah tells Gershon how she feels and he breaks the engagement, shaming her family. Life takes a turn for the worse, when her young brothers' fight with town boys causes a pogrom, an attack by Russian Cossacks. When the Russian army comes for her brothers to conscript them into the Czar's army, Hannah's aunt and uncle offer to smuggle the boys out of Lithuania to America. Hannah begs to go with them, despite the harrowing journey. Along the way, she meets Eli, a young flute player, also running away from Russian conscription. Hannah's dream of love and life in a safe, free land, may at last be within her grasp if they survive the voyage and get through immigration. $10.95
Mystery in Troutburg Harbor by Carol Oschmann
Tom is without a home. Can his ability to bottom paint a boat lead to a home? How about his knowledge of boats in general? Maybe his knowledge of the foster home system is a little too much. His dreams of aliens and fire complicate his already complicated life.
$9.50
$9.50
Non-Fiction: History
Men and Women Who Served With Valor by Danny McCarty
Men and Women Who Served With Valor is a moving group of stories that have been told to the author by the men and women who actually lived through the experiences. Many of them are alive only be the Grace of God. These stories are about the average man and woman and the experiences that they had during World War II.
Paperback: $12.95 Hardcover: $19.95
Paperback: $12.95 Hardcover: $19.95
Inspiration
Through It All.......God Was There by Women of God
The Women of God is a group of Christ-followers from many denominations and churches and all walks of life. These women do not claim to have their walk with Christ perfected. None will see perfection on this side of Heaven. These women are sinners saved by God's amazing grace. They are all on a journey in which they are continually striving daily to be like Jesus. They have opened up their lives to you, the reader, in hopes that you will be encouraged, inspired and blessed by what you will read. Their main desire is to see Jesus high and lifted up, magnified and exalted through their stories and testimonies. God is in control and He is so faithful. Yes, through it all...God was there! $15.00
You Don't Need a Bulldozer to Move a Mountain
by Donelle Lang Proctor
Here are simple true stories from Donelle's life. Each devotion shows God's love and guidance. Donelle reminds us that we do not need a bulldozer to move a mountain. All we need is faith to reach out to God and receive his incredible love and guidance. God can move that mountain in your life.
$10.00
$10.00
Fiction: Short Story Anthologies
Gallery of Voices an anthology compiled by Randy Young
Gallery of Voices ... there is no integrating theme in the 35 short stories included here-just fine writing, stories to capture your attention, and interesting creativity. Stories of general interest, humor, inspiration, ghost, mystery, vampires, science fiction, and fantasy will give you a reason to sit up late at night and read. Some stories will warm the heart, while others will create a chill that runs down your back. Give the stories a chance to make an impression on you. You just might find a new genre that you never dreamed you would enjoy. Brief biographical sketches of the contributors are included. This is the first edition of what Sleepytown Press plans to make an annual feature. Go online to www.sleepytownpress.com and read about the guidelines for the next Short Story Collection. $8.00
Science Fiction
The Epsilon Wish by Joe Coxwell
Professor Diggz Dorin is not just another tomb raider. She's a planet-hopping exoarcheologist skilled in unearthing alien artifacts. While tunneling deep below the crust of a small moonlet orbiting the gas giant planet Epsilon-413, she discovers a strange bio-mechanical device, a living transdimensional Entity, which claims to serve as a kind of cosmic genie. The alien seeks only to bring Order out of Chaos, to help shape the astronomical frontier by rolling back entropy and the thermodynamic laws which tend toward greater disorder. Or so it says. When Diggz wishes for Peace on Earth, the Entity grants her desire in a most unexpected way. Since the very nature of life is conflict, and the planet's biosphere functions in a finely-tuned frenzy of constant upheaval, the Entity's solution is to obliterate the planet's tumultuous biological contaminant so that there can be peace at last. Horrified by the misunderstood intentions of her wish, and the accidental extinction of her home world, Professor Dorin sets out on a years-long quest to somehow undo the damage she's caused, to find the Entity again, unwish her wish, and once again set things right. She's aided in her efforts by a renegade bartending android named Dent and a semi-aquatic, squidlike companion called Tucson. All the while, Diggz is being relentlessly pursued by survivors from the Earth's calamity, and alternately guarded and harrassed by Lt. Syrtis Gabriel of the United Mars Colonies Central Security. Only a miracle of divine proportions can restore the Earth and set Diggz's tortured soul at rest. Be careful what you wish for . . . very careful! $11.99
Humor: Fun Look at Life
Wrinkles in Paradise by Wanda Lane
Join the fun, heart-warming, and entertaining world of Wanda Lane as she gives us a glimpse into the golden ager's world. Her view on the years of change for golden agers is fresh, and surprisingly intimate. Reading these comic gems is guaranteed to give the reader a reason to laugh, reach for a kleenex, and smile. You'll find hilarious takes on life in Wanda's book. $9.95
Personal Memories
Hanging Upside Down from a Chinaberry Tree
by Mary John Lewis
Hanging Upside Down from a Chinaberry Tree is a collection of memories from 1986 - 2010 as told by Mary John Lewis. Readers will feel a kinship and find healing in the words of Mary as she talks about mom, dad, family, and events in her life. Readers will want to find their own Chinaberry Tree to Hang Upside From.
$8.00
$8.00
