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February 2014 Releases

 

A Rainbow of Birds Academic Wings by Janet Halfmann, Illustrations  by Jack Foster

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/rainbow-birds.htm

Birds have their legends just like people do, and baby birds love to hear the stories. Papa Cardinal, whose job it is to pass down bird ways to his chicks, tells them the story of how birds gave the world the rainbow. It’s a tale of fun and squabbles and magic! 

 

Cricket & Snail Guardian Angel Animals & Pets by Mel McIntyre, Illustrations  by Eugene Ruble

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/cricket-snail.htm

Does slow and steady always win the race? Find out how two very different creatures try to outdo each other in a friendly contest, jumping and climbing and using their natural talents in the best way they can … with surprising results.

 

Frederick Lost and Found Guardian Angel Animals & Pets hardcover and softcover

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/frederick-found.htm

by John Robinson Perry, Illustrations Aumi Perry
Frederick has a good life as a magician's rabbit.  But when he decides he can do better on his own, he takes an unexpected adventure that will change him forever. 

 

Grandma Has to Go Away Wings of Faith hardcover and softcover 

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/grandma-go-away.htm

by Nancy Hughes, illustrations by Doug Kirkpatrick

Written for children who have experienced the loss of a loved one, Gracie’s mother shows her a gift from Grandma that will comfort and give them hope as they miss her in the days and weeks ahead. Includes music and a song.

 

Grandma’s Treasures Early Chapbook for Tweens by Judith J Miller, illustration by Alexandra Lillis

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/grandmas-treasures.htm

On one of the worst days of her life, Jennifer returns to the woods to find her and grandmother’s buried treasure from two years ago. Finding the buried treasure, she realizes the real treasure are memories that will bring back thoughts of happy times spent with her grandmother, memories that will never be buried by time.

Lightning Bolts

I was catching up on some blog and newsletter reading today.  I know I've mentioned this in the past, but you should consider following Kristi Holl if you don't.  She is a wealth of information, encouragement and inspiration presented always from a very realistic view point.  Visit her here:  http://kristiholl.net/writers-blog/

In one of her posts, Kristi was talking about how real writers, those not just doing so as a hobby, can't wait for their muse to speak but must write regardless of their level of creativity (or lack thereof).  I realized I am very guilty of that.  I want the lightning bolt to hit me, to shower me with a big burst of creativity.  I'm not very creative in general so really rely on those moments of clarity when I can envision a new ms or good edits to a current WIP.  I always feel stagnant or shut down if I try to force it just to say I'm writing.  However, that often means I am procrastinating with all the other mundane or necessary items that need to be addressed rather than writing.  I pray for a lot of lightning bolts and often beg my muse to rear her head somehow, in some way, just to give me a nudge; however, I now realize I've spent way too much time waiting and too little time doing and desperately need to focus.

When I needed inspiration on the exercise front, I came up with a mantra I could repeat over and over as needed to give me strength and perseverance, and it worked.  "I can go the distance."  It doesn't seem to fit for my writing.  I'm staring at a blank wall in front of my computer screen and thinking about stenciling a saying there for constant reinforcement and encouragement, but I'm struggling with the right words.  Do you have a mantra or set of words to write by you would be willing to share?  I'd love to hear your thoughts on what does (or does not) work for you.

Soar on Eagle's Wings

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February 2014 Guardian Angels Kids eZine

Soar on Eagle’s Wings

 

Special Features

The Eagles Have Landed   Reported by GAK, our very own Angel Gecko

Michael and the Elf  by Kathryn Sullivan

POEM

The Guardian by Robert Niven

SHORT STORIES

Flying on a Dream by Felicity Nisbet

NON-FICTION ARTICLE

The Bald Eagle: America’s Symbol by Sherry Alexander

Hey, do I need a toupee? by Shari L. Klase

ACTIVITY FOR KIDS

What Do You Know About Eagles?

Quiz your EAGLE-EYE! by Barbara Cairns

New Guardian Angel Publishing Releases

 

January 2014 Releases for Guardian Angel Publishing!

 

A Sandy Grave Academic Wings by Donna McDine art by Julie Hammond

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/sandy-grave.htm

What is a group of friends to do when they discover mysterious men poaching whale teeth at the beach?

 

My Brother is My Best Friend: A Trilingual Story  Academic Wings by Nicole Weaver art by Clara Batton Smith

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/brother-best.htm

Brothers are very special. Meet two brothers that do everything together. This delightful story transcends all cultural barriers. It will warm the hearts of children from all over the world.
Los hermanos son muy especiales: Conozca a dos hermanos que hacen todo juntos. Esta  bella historia trasciende todas las barreras culturales. Tocará el corazón de todos los niños del  mundo.

Être frère, c’est très spécial.  Voici deux frères qui font tout ensemble. Cette histoire merveilleuse transcende toutes les barrières culturelles.  L’histoire va réchauffer le cœur des enfants dans du monde entier.

 

Under the Full Moon Academic Wings written and illustrated by San Hoy

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/full-moon.htm

What do a family of beavers, a young robin, a scare crow, two wolves, a bunch of sledders, a bow and arrow hunter, a builder of sandcastles, and fairies have in common? Their stories and possibly yours are influenced by the full moon. 

All in a School Day Journey Littlest Angels by James Byers art by Jack Foster

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/day-journey.htm

Everyone daydreams at school, but have you ever taken a daydream journey while at school? A President flying through the air on a bat? A shark getting a tan on the beach? Discover tree-sized sweets and find yourself in a room with the most peculiar doctor and nurse you’ll ever meet. Enjoy the adventure, but be sure to get back before the teacher catches you dreaming.

 

Trial by Walkabout Chapbooks for Tweens by Margot Finke

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/walkabout.htm

Sibling rivalry is the engine that pushes Josh Howard and Bindi into a walkabout that almost proves fatal. The Aussie outback is unforgiving, and the tribal Medicine Man is out for blood – Josh’s blood! 

 

Tissue Tantra: The Sum of Our Parts Academic Wings by Bill Kirk art by Eugene Ruble

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/tissue-tsoop.htm

This children’s non-fiction picture book is all about tissues, from skin to bone, to muscle to blood and is a great learning tool to teach the various tissues found in the human body, from the outside in.   

 

A Gift for Roo  Academic Wings by Max and Arianna Overton

http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/gift-for-roo.htm

A seven-year-old girl, living with her father, tries to cope with the loss of her mother and her loneliness. One rainy day, she rescues a small caterpillar and takes it home with her. Roo discovers truths about growing up and loss, coming to realize that all life is a cycle. 

 

 

Inner Critic

This morning, I was reading a chapter of UNLEASH THE WRITER WITHIN: THE ESSENTIAL WRITERS' COMPANION by Cecil Murphey.  It was a chapter about whether one should listen to or silence the critic within.  Murphey talks about his reasons and experiences with both listening and shushing his inner critic and, in the end, decides, "my inner critic can be my friend, so I honor and trust that voice."

Lately, my inner critic needs to virtually scream in my ear as I seem to be doing a remarkable job tuning her out in the day-to-day chaos of life.  Or, perhaps, she is working very silently and effectively and this is why I've allowed the daily details to reign supreme and take precedence over my writing as of late.

Either way, it is time to get back on track.  I do believe my inner critic can be helpful in terms of spurring me into action (when I so allow) and nudging me toward what works and doesn't work in a given WIP; however, I also allow her to plant the seed of fear...fear something isn't good enough, won't find a home, isn't worth the time spent away from family and the daily grind...all of which makes it easier to not write and submit.  For, if nothing is completed, nothing can be submitted and, thereby, nothing can be rejected.  But, it is only in taking the risks that one can reap the rewards, so persevere I will.  I hope you will too!

If you have thoughts or methods that work for you in silencing or embracing your inner critic, I'd love to hear them if you are willing to share.

Weather Wonders

January 2014 Guardian Angel Kids eZine

http://www.guardian-angel-kids.com

 

 

 Tsunami Fog on the Beach as reported by Gak

A Sudden Storm by Robert Niven 

The Day It Rained Cats and Dogs by Arthur Carey 

Finding Your Place in a Storm by Carol Thompson 

Earth—A Stormy Planet by Irene S. Roth 

Everyone Knows it’s Windy by Mary Sue Roberts 

Down on the Windmill Farm by Mary Sue Roberts

 

Happy New Year!

As we say good bye to 2013 and prepare to ring in the new year, I wish you all health, wealth and much prosperity in 2014. 

The cover of a new "Live With Intention" calendar I have for the upcoming year has an unknown quote which sets the tone for a brand new year..."It's wonderful to get up in the morning knowing you're doing all that you can do."

That is my plan...to make the most of each day, doing all I can do to be all that I can be.  Wishing the same for all of you!