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StandardJames and the Magic Carousel Adventure at Anchor Group Halloween Funhouse
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I am the middle child in our crossover Lil Anchor’s blog short stories tour. I hope you enjoy my story. Read the story and join me for games later at the Anchor Group Halloween Funhouse Event.
https://www.facebook.com/events/123413251140555/
Flying with Ease
James was on holiday back in the states. His parents dragged him to a circus. All he could think of was how much he missed his dear friends at home. He sluggishly walked to the kid’s tent and looked in. What he saw was quite a sight. Three pretty girls dressed in pink, screeching and awing over some ballerina bears. While James watched the spectacle unfold, his thoughts traveled to his friends at home in Iceland. Oh the screeching he would hear if Matt the dragon and Syvok appeared. James looked again then jumped on the carousel. His stone necklace was all aglow. How strange! His stone was warm and was glowing which usually meant Matt and Syvok were near. He waved to the girls and dancing bears. The carousel spun in circles and started to twirl faster and faster. All of a sudden they were all swirling in the air above the carousal. He was spinning faster and screaming in fear. As they reached the top of the big tent, he covered his ears with his hands to deaden the high pitched screech of the girls. They all seemed to come to a stop and he reached out to grab the top of the tent. He could not reach it. All was quiet as he looked to the ground. Why this was it, he was sure, he would be a heap on the ground all covered in pink. What a horrible way to end, he was sure. He closed his eyes in fear, when all of a sudden something grabbed the back of his shirt. His stomach groaned as he hit the top of the striped tent and girls were screeching again. He opened eyes to a wonderful sight. He saw the blue blur of Matt the dragon. Matt caught him has he began to fall and Syvok was there to help grab the girls. Matt zoomed around with all of us in tow before gently landing next to the carousel. The girls and bears jumped off to watch the show as Matt hopped one, two, and three back in the air. He zoomed all through the tent gliding by the girls and they smiled and giggled with glee. The three bears danced away and jumped on the still hidden carousel again. Matt, the glittering blue dragon, flew up and Syvok, my fairy friend, was tossing his fairy dust. It was quite the sight. He jumped off of Matt and grabbed the swinging trapeze. Matt flies around again. Syvok grabbed James’s arms. They were swinging back and forth above the carousel. It was so much fun. James came up to the platform and jumped off, waiting for Syvok to swing back. The girls were laughing and squealing with joy. Syvok swung back and had his arms held out. James was ready to jump and swing some more. James heard “Jump!” and jump he did. He was swinging through the air. Syvok said “Trust me! We are going to give them the greatest show on earth.”
He flipped me and let go of my arms. James heard the sweet laughter of Matt, the blue dragon, as he landed perfectly on his back. James grabbed the rope around Matt’s neck. He stood tall and waved as Matt flapped his wings and flew in circles. James looked over and Syvok was standing on the swing. He jumped off and was a green blur as he did a triple spin. Matt said hold on and they zoomed like a blue missile towards the green spinning haze. Syvok missed, of course. James turned to look behind and he was bouncing up and down holding on to Matt’s tail. James laughed so hard his stomach hurt. Matt flipped his tail as Syvok landed behind James. Matt the dragon flew to the ground and James jumped to safety. He took off in a blue blur up to the center of the tent and tipped his wings to say good night. ”
Have a grand holiday James”, bellowed Matt. Syvok tossed up his glittering fairy dust and off they went, out to the new center opening of the tent. James and the girls watched as the dust floated down and sparkled around.
James heard him say, “Syvok and I must leave, so jump back on the magic carousel, it will spin and spin, and there will be a surprise again.”
The End or is it……. Check out Cindy’s Springsteen’s Post Monday on her blog for the finale.
Don’t forget to put your name in the drawing at Anchor Groups Rafflecopter for the huge basket of goodies the winner will be announced on Halloween. a Rafflecopter giveaway
A huge thank you to Ruthi Kight for helping with last minute much needed edits. Check out what is happening on her FB page at R&M Fab Book Reviews. Ruthi and MaryAnn have some fun stuff going on their page, blog and spooktacular party event
https://www.facebook.com/RmFabBookReviews
https://www.facebook.com/events/427828087254484/
As always Enjoy the adventure, WB
Wendy Nystrom’s, Recently published her short story New Moon Brethren Blaze- Changeling in the Anthology “Paranormal Gone Awry” Available on Amazon.
Her Kids Book “James Saves the Moon” will be released in November.
You can keep up with the latest updates of my writing adventures at https://www.facebook.com/Wendysbookcase
Wonderous Wednesday Children Adventures!
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Today I am starting Wondrous Wednesdays. I will show case a children’s story every Wednesday.
My first children’s book adventure to report on is Jaimie Hope’s book The Adventures of Baby Jaimie; Baby Jaimie Goes to the Hospital
. Published by Anchor Group Publishing.
This book will be available on amazon October 22nd.
Baby Jaimie is a delightful child who nearly always has a positive attitude and nothing stops her from moving forward. Not even her wheel chair.
In this story she is excited that summer vacation is going to start and has many plans. But those plans are halted by an illness. She is disappointed and must face her fears of going to the hospital for surgery. With the support of her family and friends she overcomes her fears and pain and bravely conquers her fear. She plays with the other children in the hospital, asks questions about her care. Yes her summer vacation is delayed a few days. Baby Jaimie leads you down the positive path that tomorrow she will be ready to enjoy her fun adventures.The author draws you in with children’s real fears they have about life’s troubles. She addresses those troubles honestly while entertaining you or a child at the same time. I highly recommend this book for all children. Because all children like to have fun but at the same time children have troubles that they want to understand. Baby Jaimie Adventures series addresses children’s concerns.
You can read about the author other Baby Jaimie Adventures that are available today at. http://www.amazon.com/Jaimie-Hope/e/B002BLNDXM/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1350487723&sr=1-2-ent
You can keep up with Baby Jaimie on FB at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jaimie-Hope/255441457835397
Please Join Baby Jaimie Goes to the Hospital Release Event on FB at https://www.facebook.com/events/436927603010522/
Thanks for stopping by and have enjoy the adventure. WB
You can keep up with my writing adventures on FB https://www.facebook.com/Wendysbookcase
You can visit Lil Anchors page for information on Children’s books published by Anchor Group Publishing.
https://www.facebook.com/LilAnchors
You can find other children books you may find interesting by other authors and publishers on the Kidtales FB page.
https://www.facebook.com/Kidtales
Millicent Maries is NOT my name Blog Tour Adventure
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Today is the day – the official launch of Millicent Marie is NOT my
Name by Karen Pokras Toz! To kick things off you are invited to a
Twitter Party. Join award winning children’s author Karen
Pokras Toz at 10 am, 11 am, and Noon EST and then again at
10 pm, 11 pm, and Midnight EST for 30 minutes of chatting, fun,
and prizes.
The easiest way to join the conversation is with tweetchat.com Login with your Twitter
account, then enter #MillicentMarie to join the room.
The Twitter Party is just the beginning of the fun. Karen will be on
tour for the next 21 days. Check out the full schedule here.
Summary:
Twelve-year-old
Millicent Marie does not like her name. After all, she was named for a
woman who died more than fifty years ago and was not the most loveable
member of the Harris family. Her friends call her Millie, but when she
writes in her diary she refers to herself as Amanda – the name she
always wished she had.
When Millie’s younger brother finds her
diary on her computer, he decides to publish it as a blog for the entire
world to see, including the boy Millie has a crush on. In the midst of
all the mayhem, Millie/Amanda discovers she is suddenly Springside
Elementary’s most sought after sixth-grade mystery gossip and advice
columnist.
But not all is fun and games, as Millie quickly
learns, once she realizes feelings are at stake. Nobody, least of all
Millie, expects things to turn out as they do in this tale of friendship
and respect.
Learn more & get your own copy (ebook and paperback):
About Karen Pokras Toz:
Karen Pokras Toz is a writer, wife and mom. Karen grew up in
Connecticut and currently lives outside of Philadelphia with her
husband and three children. In June 2011, Karen published her first
middle grade children’s novel for 7-12 year olds called Nate Rocks the
World, which won First Place for Children’s Chapter Books and the
Grand Prize Overall in the 2012 Purple Dragonfly Book Awards, as well
as placing first for a Global E-Book Award for Pre-Teen Literature. In
2012, Karen published the second in the Nate Rocks series, Nate Rocks
the Boat, followed by middle grade novel, Millicent Marie Is Not My
Name. Karen is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers
& Illustrators (SCBWI).
Follow the tour on Pinterest
and don’t forget to check out Millie’s
blog.
and don’t forget to check out Millie’s
blog.
.Join the blog hop.
Enjoy your Adventure today! WB
Anchor Groups Book Club Adventure
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Anchor Group led by our Captain Stacey Rourke has put together a fun adventure.
Anchor Group now has 26 authors sailing on her ship and we now have a monthly book club. Just in one day 60 mates joined AG Book Club.
First book up is S.P.I.R.T by Dawn Gray and it is a good read so far 1st day and we have our first Q/A already in the group. Coupon code only good for a few days join now to read and report.
If you would like to join the group let me know with a private message on my wendysbookcase Facebook page or go to Anchor Group Facebook page and we will add you to the group.
https://www.facebook.com/Wendysbookcase or https://www.facebook.com/anchorgrouppublishing?ref=ts&fref=ts
Come join the fun and adventure with a different Anchor Group book every month.
Enjoy your adventure today!
WB
Fire Storm Indeed!
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Well I guess today is talk like a pirate day. Shivery me timbers I have to wait until November for Stacey Rourke’s next Gryphon story. But alas mateys she has a short companion side kick story to tie us over. This adventure let us know who, what , when, where and how, Celeste’s sidekicks are doing in their day to day routine. Their is a surprise ending for us too and we are all invited.If you have read Conduit and Embrace you will love Sidekick Chronicles Gryphon Novella.
Download it today its only 99 cents and a fun quick read. 
http://www.amazon.com/Sidekick-Chronicles-Gryphon-Novella-ebook/dp/B0099S7J9O/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348062268&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=side+kick+by+stacey+rourke
Now you can read about these sidekicks. Let’s talk sidekicks. I have many side kicks. Some folks consider me a leader. I always considered my self a support member but I guess I do like to build teams to accomplish a goal. When I have a team I assess their strengths and weakness’s. Once I know what folks can do well, I let them run with those gifts and ignore their weakness’s. Once I build the team I prefer to take a roll of cheerleader as goals are accomplished and let some one else take the stage. I take the lead when a ship is taking on water and fix the leak and move the ship forward. I do not like to let good ships sink. Or I jump abroad full speed ahead of a well running ship like Anchor Group Publishing. When I hired There for You Editing. Dear sweet Melissa Ringstad suggested I send my stories to Anchor Group. Best advice I received. Been smooth sailing ever since. Anchor Group with Stacey Rourke as captain and Melissa as her first mate is one well run ship. I am glad I was allowed to jump abroad. I also have been enjoying teaming up with three other kids authors. Cindy Springsteen, Jodi Stone and I are sailing along as a sidekick ship to Anchor Groups Big ship and have been building a promo crew called Lil Anchors. It has been so much fun and all of our crew have been spectacular. Big Thanks go out to the Lil Anchor Crew they are a fun bunch, creative and help promote our books. I prefer to stand in the back of the room and watch what was started or pushed forward and see the faces of success. I surround myself with people who are willing to move forward on a project. I am lucky so far I have not made to many enemies along the way. Mostly very good friends.
As you set sail on your adventure remember to fill the ship with lots of side kicks. WB
pssst….. below are some pages where you can keep up on the latest.
http://www.facebook.com/staceyrourkeauthor?ref=ts
https://www.facebook.com/Wendysbookcase?ref=stream
https://www.facebook.com/Kidtales?ref=hl
Embrace by Stacey Rourke Adventure *****
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Good Day Folks,
Stacey Rourke from Anchor Group has done it again. I am totally hooked on this series. 18 year old Celeste has to split her time being a college student, coffee house barista, protect those she cares about.Adjusting to being the CHOSEN ONE and lead her sidekick sibling to fight demons and a very dangerous foe. Follow along with this witty story as the Garrett family discover the different factions of the world of the underworld. Who do they trust? Will Celeste fall under the spell of a demon and let the gryphon fall to the power grabbing leader of the underworld? You will have to read the story and find out. Down load this exciting read today and find out. You won’t put it down.
Enjoy and have a grand adventure today, WB
You can keep up with Stacey Rourke’s writing adventure at http://www.facebook.com/staceyrourkeauthor?ref=ts
Check out new releases from Anchor Group Publishing at https://www.facebook.com/anchorgrouppublishing?ref=ts
Sailing with Anchor Group
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As reported in my last post I have started reading all the titles published by anchor group.
Anchor Groups website and Facebook page
http://anchorgrouppublishing.com/Our_Authors.html
https://www.facebook.com/anchorgrouppublishing
Next up is Ethan’s Story: My life with Autism, By Ethan Rice
This book is written from an child’s point of view and Ethan did a fabulous job relating his story. The book is colorful and fun. While at the same time teaches us the struggles and misunderstanding of children with autism. My girls read the book and thought it was quite interesting. They have an autism program at their school. And at times would come home and ask why did a AI child to this or that. After reading the book and being exposed properly at school they now have a better understanding and realize these children have the same struggles as they do in school. They just have a different way it is portrayed in the public. I found this read insightful, fun and interesting. And Yes Ethan we are the way we are and its a good thing we all have special gifts and struggle. I am purchasing this book for our schools Autistic program at the school. I hope the school will incorporate the book at the school and use it as a learning tool.You can keep up with Ethan’s adventures on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/EthansStoryMyLifeWithAutism
Next up in Stacey Rourke’s book Conduit-Gryphon Series. I was going to review Embrace. Conduit is the first in her exciting Gryphon witty series so I decided to start with Conduit.
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Enjoy your adventures, WB
August issue is out http://wonderfulreadofthemonth.blogspot.com/ and you can check out books on facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Supporting-Authors-One-Read-At-A-Time-Magazine/226576284074037
Wendy Nystrom 