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Tuesday, June 18, 2013

New Softcovers from Guardian Angel Publishing



Category: Angel to Angel
Author: Katelyn Burch
Artist:
Print ISBN: 9781616333898; 1616333898
eBook ISBN: 9781616333904; 1616333901

LOST DOG is a story of what kids do when their pet is lost. Emily and Rose are determined to find their puppy Finn. Early Chapter Book. Please feel free to download this book and share with kids and encourage children to write!


Category: Academic Wings
Author:Donna McDine http://www.donnamcdine.com
Artist:KC Snider www.KCSniderart.com
Hardcover ISBN: 9781616333843; 1616333847
Paperback ISBN: 9781616333850; 1616333853
eBook ISBN: 9781616333867; 1616333863

Forced into a life at sea by the Royal Navy Press Gangs, 12-year-old Tommy Kitt finds himself in a floating sea of misery. Poor living conditions and beatings occur daily. Despite his small size, Tommy must summon the courage and physical ability to prevail in a situation he cannot escape.


Auguste Renoir: The Apple seller
Category: Academic Wings
Author: Barbara Cairns
Artist: Eugene Ruble
Print ISBN: 9781616333874; 1616333871
eBook ISBN: 9781616333881; 161633388X

Gatsby, the art gallery cat, jumps into famous paintings at night. When he remembers to jump back out before sunrise, everything is fine. But sometimes, Gatsby forgets. That’s when strange things happen. Children will learn about Renoir and “The Apple Seller” through this adventure of a mischievous cat. 


Category: Littlest Angels
Author:Penelope Cole http://penelopeannecole.blogspot.com/
Artist:Kevin Collier http://kevinscottcollierhomepage.blogspot.com
Hardcover ISBN: 9781616333942; 1616333944
Paperback ISBN: 9781616333959; 1616333952
eBook ISBN: 9781616333966; 1616333960

Matthew’s little sister Mea is a trickster. Mea got her magic when Matthew lost his. Matt tries to guide Mea to use her magic for good. But the more Matt tries to mentor Mea, the more she wants to "do it her way.” Matt worries Mea might get into trouble.


The Sum of our Parts Series
Category: Academic Wings
Author: Bill Kirk www.billkirkwrites.com
Artist: Eugene Ruble
Print ISBN: 9781616333911; 161633391X
eBook ISBN: 9781616333928; 1616333928

The respiratory system is busy 24 hours a day, while we are awake and asleep. In fact, unless we are out of breath, we might not even know our lungs are on the job. This book will help you learn the basics about how the respiratory system works. 4 educational activity pages included. Human Anatomy series.

For information on these and other GAP books, please visit our newly redesigned website at http://guardianangelpublishing.com/ 
 

Monday, June 17, 2013

New Hardcovers from Guardian Angel Publishing




Category: Academic Wings
Author:Donna McDine http://www.donnamcdine.com
Artist:KC Snider www.KCSniderart.com
Hardcover ISBN: 9781616333843; 1616333847
Paperback ISBN: 9781616333850; 1616333853
eBook ISBN: 9781616333867; 1616333863

Forced into a life at sea by the Royal Navy Press Gangs, 12-year-old Tommy Kitt finds himself in a floating sea of misery. Poor living conditions and beatings occur daily. Despite his small size, Tommy must summon the courage and physical ability to prevail in a situation he cannot escape.






2011 GLOBAL eBook WINNER Multi-cultural
Category: Academic Wings
Author:Kristen Zajac www.kristenzajac.com
Artist: Julie Tucker
Hardcover ISBN: 9781616333935; 1616333936
Paperback ISBN: 9781616331092; 1616331097
eBook ISBN: 9781616331108; 1616331100

Emma comes from three generations of Air Force pilots and misses her father when he travels. Her best friend Adam tries to cheer her up. Emma’s great grandfather, one of the first African American pilots during World War II, shares his life story with Emma and Adam and helps them appreciate the spirit of service.





Category: Littlest Angels
Hardcover ISBN: 9781616333942; 1616333944
Paperback ISBN: 9781616333959; 1616333952
eBook ISBN: 9781616333966; 1616333960

Matthew’s little sister Mea is a trickster. Mea got her magic when Matthew lost his. Matt tries to guide Mea to use her magic for good. But the more Matt tries to mentor Mea, the more she wants to "do it her way.” Matt worries Mea might get into trouble.





 Category: Academic Wings
Artist: KC Snider www.KCSniderart.com
Hardcover ISBN: 9781616333997; 1616333995
Paperback ISBN: 9781616330255; 1616330252
eBook ISBN: 97816163330262; 1616330260

When a mouse living in a campground searches for food it finds itself trapped inside a tent with two frightened girls, then scares another young girl asleep on a motorhome couch. Its search for food and escape from the motorhome endangers the mouse’s life and creates havoc for the occupants. 


For these and other GAP books, please visit our newly designed website at www.guardianangelpublishing.com

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES BILL KIRK, AUTHOR OF “THE INS & OUTS OF AIR” in THE SUM OF OUR PARTS series

Congratulations on the release of THE INS & OUTS OF AIR. Please tell us more about it.

About the book:  The respiratory system is busy 24 hours a day, while we are awake and asleep. In fact, unless we are out of breath, we might not even know our lungs are on the job. The rhymes and learning activities plus the terrific illustrations by Eugene Ruble will help you learn the basics about how the respiratory system works.

What was the inspiration for this book?

Bill:  Good question.  By the way, thanks for extending this interview opportunity.  As part of THE SUM OF OUR PARTS series, this particular book was inspired literally by the huffing and puffing while doing everyday stuff.  The series started out as a single book: “No Bones About It” published in 2009. As it turns out, although hardly planned,  that first book formed the structural foundation for the rest of the series.  So you could say the series has good bones and with Book Seven, it is catching its breath.   

What is your favorite moment from the book?

Bill:  I’ll have to think about this question because the books in the series don’t actually tell a story.  Also, if there is a Main Character, it would be the Respiratory System which is the subject of the book.  That said, I do have a couple favorite verses to share with you.  You may notice the strong leading syllable in each line and the staccato, rap feel to the verses.  When writing these kinds of rhyming verses, pretty much the possibilities are endless, which makes it both challenging and loads of fun.


Quickly, molecules of O2,
Crossing membranes one-cell thick,
Find the blood cells they must go to,
And which places they must stick.

In reverse, CO2 oozes
From the blood cells as they pass.
Through gas transfer, blood then loses,
All its Carbon Dioxide gas.

Respiration’s thus repeated,
Each three seconds—day and night.
When your O2’s been depleted,
Breathe and you will be all right.


I love it! Thanks for sharing that. What a fun way to learn about the body, Bill. Is this your first published book?

Bill:  No. “The Ins & Outs Of Air” is Book Seven in the series, which will eventually have ten books covering most of the body’s major structures and systems, basically from head to toes.  Also, four of my fiction stories have been published.  

We’d love to hear more about you.

Overall, I’m just a normal person with a slightly wacky view of words and how they fit together, although I suppose there is a remote possibility that I am indeed a wacky person.  I was a nomad for the first 38 years of my life, moving around on five continents as a kid and later with my own family.  But for the last 28 years, I have lived in the same house in Sacramento with my wife, Rita, of 44 years.  We have two children and four grandchildren split between California and South Carolina.  I’m an Air Force veteran, a Scout leader and a church Deacon.  Some of my favorite things to do when I’m not writing is running, backpacking in the High Sierra and sleeping on the ground. 

In addition to stories written in rhyme, I also play around with humor and satire. I’m planning a trip to a local fabric store to research my next humor fabrication. Then there’s that perpetual novel waiting in the wings. Everything else has been a little this and a little that.

Do you have any book signing events or book tours scheduled for THE INS & OUTS OF AIR?

Bill:  I have developed a long-standing relationship with the K-8 school our grandson attended when he was younger and with the Sacramento Public Library. I’m working with the librarians at both places to do readings as part of their on-going literacy programs.  I also donate my books to local schools and branch libraries.

How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming THE INS & OUTS OF AIR events?

Bill:  I feature all my published books on my website at http://www.billkirkwrites.com where each book has its own book page.  I also have two blogs, one of which specifically features all the books in THE SUM OF OUR PARTS series at http://billkirkwrites-tsoop.blogspot.com

Thank you for stopping in to share THE INS & OUTS OF AIR with us. Readers, you can pick up your copy of THE INS & OUTS OF AIR from the GAP Bookstore. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing.

Monday, April 1, 2013

New Releases from Guardian Angel Publishing




Author: Mary Sue Seymour 
Artist Samantha Flynn - a ten year old student!
Print ISBN: 9781616333768; 1616333766
eBook ISBN: 9781616333775; 1616333774


Squirrel is locked out of his house in a rainstorm. He’s standing at his door as the rain pours down. His fur is soaked, and he was cold! So Owl takes him home to warm him up. Squirrel finds his key but stays with this friend for a while.





Author and Artist: Terry Cook www.zhibit.com/terrycook
Print ISBN: 9781616333782; 1616333782
eBook ISBN: 9781616333799; 1616333790

How will she prove that her story about a moose visiting her school bus stop is true and not a wild fabrication? Surprises are in store as the student lunches and bookbags are explored by the moose and his pal.


 Authors: Dixie Phillips, Sharon Phillips
www.phillipsandphillipsmusic.com
Print ISBN: 9781616333805; 1616333804 Playbook
eBook ISBN: 9781616333812; 1616333812
Phoebe’s heart is broken when her favorite tree is cut down. She follows the clues the tree gives and learns an eternal lesson. This musical is designed with simple speaking parts and fun-to-learn songs. Perfect for children’s choirs hoping to perform an easy, yet inspirational and impacting presentation.


The CD has the musical accompaniment included. Also a music video will be available for you to see a performance.

Find these and other fine book at the Guardian Angel website: http://guardianangelpublishing.com/

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES ELIZABETH YOUNG, AUTHOR OF DOZENS AND DOZENS OF COUSINS AND COUSINS


Congratulations on the release of Dozens and Dozens of Cousins and Cousins.  Please tell us more about it.

This is a story about how people and animals bond and help each other.  A young boy, Peter, wants to get all 48 of his cousins together for his birthday.  But the planes and trains are full, so Peter and his US cousins build a balloon.  A pilot friend helps Peter fly it to Canada to pick up Peter’s other twenty-four cousins. Along the way, they rescue an injured goose. On their return trip, the balloon loses its instruments and gets lost, but the goose, Sulgrave, rescues them.

What was the inspiration for this book?
           
Elizabeth: I have several friends who are balloonists and who introduce children to this wonderful hobby.  Also, we live on the water and have many resident Canada geese that we have come to know and love.

What is your favorite moment from the book?  
           
Elizabeth: My favorite moment occurs when Sulgrave, the goose, returns to rescue the balloon with Peter and his cousins.

Is this your first published book?
           
No, I have two published novels, both mysteries:  Do You See Him Now? and FUGO.

We’d love to hear more about you.

            I started my career in public broadcasting.  I have always written – although until five years ago, I specialized in technical articles and monographs for my teaching (communications, management).  Some years ago, I moved into the field of communications satellites.  Today, I consult in the communications field and also do volunteer work with the YMCA and various arts organizations.  Hobbies include singing, sailing, golf, traveling, and reading.  I have another children’s book under way as well as two more mysteries.

How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming Dozens and Dozens of Cousins and Cousins events?

Elizabeth:  Please go to my web site: www.eyoungbooks.com, or to my Facebook page: eyoungbooks.com/pates/eyoungbooks 

Thank you for stopping in to share Dozens and Dozens of Cousins and Cousins with us. Readers, you can buy your copy here. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES BARBARA CAIRNS, AUTHOR OF GATSBY’S GRAND ADVENTURES


Welcome to the GAP Family Blog, Barbara. Please tell us more Gatsby’s Grand Adventures.

About the book:

Gatsby is an art gallery cat who jumps into famous paintings at night. When he remembers to jump back out before sunrise, everything is fine. But sometimes, Gatsby forgets and that’s when strange things happen to Winslow Homer’s painting, “Snap the Whip”. Each book in the Gatsby’s Grand Adventures series will feature a different artist’s work and will provide a biography of the artist plus several websites about each artist.

What was the inspiration for this book?

I’m an animal lover and an art lover so wanted to combine the two in a fun book that would help children learn more about different artists and their paintings.

What is your favorite moment from the book?

I love it when Gatsby and the little mouse romp through the one-room schoolhouse. It not only brings back fond memories of attending a one-room schoolhouse, but also helps children learn a bit about a simpler way of life.

We’d love to hear more about you, Barbara.

My first book was published for teachers in 1979. The publisher in Pennsylvania not only published the teacher’s manual, but also student workbooks and playing cards to go with it, based on the 30 games I’d provided for learning opposites. My most recent publication (before Gatsby) was Cracker Cow, a Narrative of Florida History, which features Magnolia, a cracker cow whose ancestors came to Florida with Ponce De Leon and started the whole cattle industry in that state.

The Gatsby books are a dream come true after several years of having different versions dancing around inside my head.

I’m a Connecticut Yankee who always wanted to travel. Since college, I’ve lived and worked in Seattle, Washington; Labrador, Canada; Bamberg, Germany; and Canal Zone, Panama. I’ve always enjoyed writing and have had a diverse writing career… Wrote guidelines for starting the first special education n classes in the Atlantic Region for Department of Defense Dependent Schools,(DODDS) wrote stories for Ginn & Company 4th Grade Readers, wrote a monthly column for Pacific Skipper yachting magazine, which involved interviewing “yachties” who transited the Panama Canal, wrote newspaper and online columns (weekly and monthly respectively), wrote a 30-page proposal to open the first school library in the Canal Zone, edited the Federal Women’s Program newsletter, wrote articles and stories for a variety of magazines, wrote guidelines for a worldwide DODDS Host Nation Program, and wrote a winning essay in the Marjorie Kinnan  Rawlings Writing Contest, comparing my experiences with a pet fawn to those in The Yearling.

No one ever told me I should stick to one genre or niche! Right now, in addition to more Gatsby books, I’m working on a middle grade novel set in Florida during the Civil War.

How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming “Gatsby’s Grand Adventures” events?

In addition to the Guardian Angel Publishing site, I have two websites of my own; www.crackercow.com and a new one I’m developing, www.barabaracairnsbooks.com.

Thank you for stopping in to share “Gatsby’s Grand Adventure” with us. Readers can purchase their copy here. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing.

Monday, March 11, 2013

New Releases from Guardian Angel Publishing

BELLA SAVES THE BEACH hardcover, softcover Academic Wings by Nancy Stewart, art by Samantha Bell

Living by the beach is so cool, but Bella worries when she starts to see trash thrown on the sand. What can she do to help? http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/bella-saves-beach.htm



BRUTUS THE BULL hardcover, softcover Animals and Pets by Margo Bean, art by Aumi Kauffman Perry

Three children help a shy calf with a crooked ear use his strengths to triumph as the most magnificent bull ever.  http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/brutus-bull.htm


JOURNEY'S PROMISE hardcover, softcover Wings of Faith

When Journey discovers a family has chosen to adopt her baby brother, but not her, she kidnaps him and runs away from the orphanage in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. by Dixie Phillips and Journey Dai Muhammad, art by KC Snider http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/journeys-promise.htm



¡NO PUEDES LLEVARTE EL DINOSAURIO A CASA! Spanish edition by Mary Esparza-Vela, art by Mike Motz

Dos niños espaciales hacen planes para explorar un planeta en busca de tesoro. El hermano mas pequeño quiere ir pero no lo quieren llevar porque hace corajes cuando no consigue lo que quiere. http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/dinosaur-home-spanish.htm


YOU CAN'T TAKE THE DINOSAUR HOME English edition Littlest Angels by Mary Esparza-Vela, art by Mike Motz

Two tiny space-tots want to go on a treasure hunt but they don't want to take their little brother because he always wants his way.  http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/dinosaur-home.htm

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES MARY ESPARZA-VELA, AUTHOR OF “THE SMILING BURRO”


Congratulations on the release of “THE SMILING BURRO.” Please tell us more about it.

About the book:
This humorous and heartwarming picture book is targeted for children 4-8 years of age. It is about a tiny burro that shows up at a little boy’s house and becomes a real asset to the family. The day he disappears, they never expect to see him again until he prances in one dark, spooky night.

What was the inspiration for this book?

Mary:  When I was a child, my maternal grandfather would visit every weekend. He was a great storyteller and I looked forward to hearing his ghost stories before going to bed. The entire family always gathered around him and once he started, we were glued to our seats. “The Smiling Burro” became one of my favorite stories. 

What is your favorite moment from the book?

Mary:  My favorite moment is the surprise ending. 

Is this your first published book?

Mary:  This is my fourth book. The book is also being published in Spanish. Other published books include “The Odd Chick,” “The Turtle Who Imagined,” and “Bearly Learning About Water.”  

We’d love to hear more about you.

Before writing for children, I worked as an Editorial Assistant at a medical facility. I have written articles for religious publications and won various online writing contests, including “Honorable Mention” in a Writer’s Digest competition (Children’s category). “The Turtle Who Imagined” recently won a 2012 Book of the Year Award. I am also a patented inventor of three award-winning plush dolls. Picture book adventures with the doll characters are coming soon. You’re welcome to see the dolls at www.marysdollsandbooks.com. I live in Texas with my husband and three children.

How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming “THE SMILING BURRO” events?

Author: Interviews and press releases are planned as well as introductions at small book stores, libraries, writers groups and conferences.

Thank you for stopping in to share “THE SMILING BURRO” with us. Readers can purchase their copy here. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing.

Sunday, December 16, 2012

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES Penelope Anne Cole, AUTHOR OF Magical Matthew.


Congratulations on the release of Magical Matthew.  Please tell us more about it.

About the book: 
Matthew has a big secret.  He can fix things magically with his mind.  Matthew secretly uses his magic to fix things for his family and friends.  Later, he expands his magical good deeds by fixing things in his neighborhood.  Matthew’s friend, Lily, suspects something is special about him.  Matthew must decide whether to tell her the truth or not.

What was the inspiration for this book?

Penelope: My book was inspired by my friend's son, Matthew, when he attained "double digits."  I thought, “How Magical is that – he’s not a kid anymore!”  Which led to, what if he really had magic?  What would he do?  And would he tell people, or keep it a secret?.

What is your favorite moment from the book?

Penelope: There are two special moments for me.  First, when Matthew confides in his Grandma Nonie, showing he’s comfortable sharing his secret with a trusted adult.  And, second, when he realizes he has abilities and talents beyond magic. 

Is this your first published book?

Penelope:  Yes

Congratulations! We’d love to hear more about you.


I’ve had a few careers:  my longest was in government service Human Resources (HR), next as a teacher of adults and children, and now as a writer and book reviewer.  In most of my positions, I’ve been able to write and teach others.  English Literature was my undergraduate Liberal Arts major and Education my Masters program.

Do you have any book signing events or book tours scheduled for Magical Matthew?

Penelope:  For now I’m visiting fellow author’s blogs and Magical Matthew is being reviewed.  I hope to visit local schools, libraries and bookstores.

How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming Magical Matthew events?

Penelope:  I will post them on my blogs: 
http://penelopeannecole.blogspot.com and http://magical-matthew.blogspot.com.

Thank you for stopping in to share Magical Matthew with us.  Readers can purchase their copy here. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES Marilee Crow, AUTHOR OF Once There Was A Monster

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES Marilee Crow, AUTHOR OF Down By The Shore, Alleycat, A Short Tale About A Long Tail, Does Heaven Get Mail?, Cartwheel Annie, A Pocketful of Manners and Once There Was A Monster.



Congratulations on the release of Once There Was A Monster. Please tell us more about it.


About the book:

Every child at some point in their lives has a fear of monsters. Through charming, funny rhyme, see how one child conquers her fear of the monster in her room. What happens when the child finds out that monsters have fears too?


What was the inspiration for this book?


Marilee: I still have to have the closet door closed at night or I can't go to sleep. The clothes hanging there creep me out in the dark.


What is your favorite moment from the book?


Marilee: When the monster comes up from under the house with all these creepy crawlies.


Is this your first published book?


Marilee: No, this is my 9th.


We’d love to hear more about you.


I have retired to South Carolina. Before that, I lived in Southern California where I worked at a private school for special education students. I was one of the PE teachers. I have been married to my best friend for 36 years. When we were younger, we owned a gymnastic center. We taught and had a competitive team for 18 years, all the while, raising one daughter.

I have always loved to write. I wrote two romance novels and had them published before I began writing children's stories. I was taking a poetry class and when it came to the rhyming section of the course, I could only think of Dr. Seuss. I began putting together a corny little rhyme about a little girl who took a trip to the beach. That's when I realized I had all these children's stories in me.


Do you have any book signing events or book tours scheduled for Once There Was A Monster?


Marilee: I have a couple of Fall Festivals I'll be at with all my books.


How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming Once There Was A Monster events?


Marilee: I have a blogspot: booksbymarilee.blogspot.com and I'm on facebook, where I usually post for family and friends of my signings.


Thank you for stopping in to share Once There Was A Monster with us. Readers can purchase their copies here. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing


Friday, December 7, 2012

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES JENNIFER REED, AUTHOR OF DOODLE GIRL


Congratulations on the release of Doodle Girl. Please tell us more about it.

About the book:

Rachel loves to doodle on walls, on her school books, on her back pack. Anywhere Rachel can doodle she does, but it gets her into big trouble. She tries to draw and color in other places. She learns she can mix colors and make more colors. Suddenly, Rachel’s doodling becomes a lot more fun!

What was the inspiration for this book?

Jennifer:  My daughter Emma was always drawing pictures. I’d find them on walls, on her toys, on her books.

What is your favorite moment from the book?

Jennifer: When Rachel, the main character, was caught drawing on the wall behind her bed- that really happened.

Is this your first published book?

Jennifer: No, this is my fourth published book with Guardian Angel and my 28th published book total.

We’d love to hear more about you.

I knew I wanted to be a writer in the second grade. That’s when the magic happened. I wrote short stories about a little hedgehog named Harold. I pursued writing whenever possible. In high school, I wrote for the school newspaper. I majored in English and writing in college. I worked on newspapers and magazines and did a lot of freelance writing. I got my master’s degree at Vermont College of Fine Arts in writing for children and teens. I love to write and share ideas with children! I have two older teens who have always given me much to write about.

Do you have any book signing events or book tours scheduled for Doodle Girl?

Jennifer: Nothing regular. I sometimes do school visits locally.

How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming Doodle Girl events?

Jennifer: Visit my website at www.jennifer-reed.com. I just updated it with cool book trailers and photos and lots of information on my books.

Thank you for stopping in to share Doodle Girl with us. Readers can purchase their copy here. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing.

November 2012 New Releases from Guardian Angel Publishing



Introducing Gatsby, the art gallery cat, who loves exploring famous paintings at night. When he forgets to jump out before dawn, strange things happen to Winslow Homer's, 'Snap the Whip'. Children who enjoy animals and art will learn about an artist's work through the adventures of a mischievous cat.



Three-year-old Abbi is introduced to an interesting event right outside her living room window. Birds are nesting in the hanging flower basket. Abbi’s mother struggles to keep her flowering plant alive while birds raise their family in it. This gives Abbi a valuable lesson on how birds create a nest and raise their young. It is a learning experience from identifying the birds through watching the young hatchlings grow and take wing. Educational pages, too.







Michael likes to pretend. A tiny elf he finds in his parent’s garden asks him to pretend to fly him home. But a witch might stop Michael from pretending, and he must believe in himself.



A fun ridiculous adventure explores outer space, swims deep under the sea, bravely flies through a windy storm. Then find yourself in a tree or imagine yourself far, far away in this wonderful ridiculous adventurous book.


Peter and Jen devise a plan to capture a fat bullfrog. Humor, bullfrog facts and the thrill of adventure are laced together to create a book reluctant readers and boys will enjoy.


Un pequeño burro se presenta en la casa de un niño y se convierte en un valioso miembro de la familia. El día que desaparece, nunca esperan volver a verlo hasta que aparece una noche oscura y temerosa. (A tiny burro shows up at a little boy’s house and becomes a real asset to the family. The day he disappears, they never expect to see him again until he prances in one dark spooky night.)

Look for these are other fun titles at http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/

Monday, November 26, 2012

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES JACK FOSTER, ILLUSTRATOR OF “CHANCES ARE”


Congratulations on the release of Chances Are. Please tell us more about it.

Chances Are is an alphabet, animal, crazy rhyming book. It is filled with giggle producing pictures of soccer playing moles, bike riding peacocks, sports car driving baboons and much, much more.

What medium did you use for illustrating this book? How do you choose?

Jack: I have been an airbrush artist for 25 years. Several years ago I learned how to airbrush digitally. I get great results without all the messy cleanup! I usually sketch with pencil. Then I scan in the sketch and paint it digitally.

What is your favorite illustration from the book? Why?

Jack: I think it is the pink flamingos sipping cider in the shade. Because one of the flamingos is looking at the other. He has a strange look on his face like, “That’s weird. I’ve never seen a flamingo using a straw before!”

Did you have to do any research for this book?

Jack: Yes, I’m a bit embarrassed to say that the author, Susan Bangert-Wood, came up with a few animals that I had to look up. First time I ever drew a lemur.

Is this your first published book?

Jack: No, this is my 19th book for Guardian Angel Publishing. What a blessing to work for such a wonderful company. I’ve also had 4 more books published by various publishers.

We’d love to hear more about you.

While in grammar school, I was blessed to have some great teachers. I’m not talking about their teaching skills, I mean their faces! I would doodle pictures of Mr. Wilkins and his big nose and Mrs. Tanner with her silver wig and globbed-on mascara. At home I would spend night after happy night at the kitchen table copying the Sunday comics while the rest of the family watched “Happy Days.” After high school I attended the American Academy of Art in Chicago. I spent several years as a political cartoonist for a suburban newspaper.  I spent several more years airbrushing murals for libraries, churches and kid’s rooms. In 2009 Guardian Angel Publishing took a chance on me. My first book was Poodle and Doodle. I currently live near Chicago with my wife Aleithia, a dog and a cat. I have 5 grown children and 10 grandkids.

How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming Chances Are events?

Jack: I am on facebook and my blog is  jacktoon.blogspot.com

Thank you for stopping in to share Chances Are with us. Readers can order their copy here. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing.


Saturday, November 10, 2012

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES SUSAN WOOD, AUTHOR OF CHANCES ARE


Congratulations on the release of CHANCES ARE Please tell us more about it.

About the book:
An entertaining alphabet book with unusual animals doing zany things. Aardvarks, komodo dragons, and many more incredible creatures. The comical illustrations will capture the imagination while building reading skills at many levels. Also included are activities for parents/teachers to do with children.

What was the inspiration for this book?

Susan:  I love working with children and writing poetry so I thought I would combine two of my passions and create the book.

What is your favorite moment from the book?

Susan: I absolutely adore the illustrations by Jack Foster.  He does amazing work.  Overall I love how the animals are doing funny things which draws in the young readers.

Is this your first published book?

Susan: Yes. This is my first book published.

We’d love to hear more about you.

I grew up on a farm in rural Illinois with a wonderful Christian family.  I have a twin sister, Sandy, and an older brother, Darren.   I went to a small high school in Bluffs, Illinois.  I was active in MANY things.  I played basketball, volleyball, and softball.  I was also involved in band, student council, National Honor Society, and various other clubs.  I received my Bachelor of Arts in Education/Biology from Illinois College where I also continued being active in sports; volleyball, basketball, tennis, and track as well as Fellowship of Christian Athletes.  I received my Master's in Elementary Education and Reading From Western Illinois University.  I have been a teacher and coach for many years.  I married Frank Wood in 2004 and moved to Missouri.  We now have two active boys, Frank Jr. and Gary. 

I have had a passion for writing my entire life.  I published my first poem when I was around ten years old.  I enjoy writing for children as well as poetry, plays, magazine articles, musical lyrics and musical composition.  I hope to continue writing for many years.

The most important things to me are my faith in God, my family, and my friends.

Do you have any book signing events or book tours scheduled for CHANCES ARE?

Susan:  In late November I will be doing a book signing/tour in Illinois where I grew up. I hope to have a signing in Missouri some time in early December.  I'm in the process of scheduling it all now.

How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming CHANCES ARE events?

Susan:  I currently have an author's Facebook page under Susan Bangert-Wood books. The link is below.   I am also working on my personal website now thanks to my husband.


Thank you for stopping in to share CHANCES ARE with us. Readers can purchase their copy here. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing.

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

October 2012 New Releases from Guardian Angel Publishing


Every child at some point in their lives has a fear of monsters. Through charming, funny rhyme, see how one child conquers her fear of the monster in her room. What happens when the child finds out that monsters have fears, too.


Matthew has a secret. He fixes things magically. Matthew secretly uses his magic to fix things for his family and friends. Later, he expands his magical good deeds by fixing things in his neighborhood. Matthew’s friend, Lily, suspects something. Matthew must decide whether to tell her the truth or not.



A tiny burro shows up at a little boy’s house and becomes a real asset to the family. The day he disappears, they never expect to see him again until he prances in one dark spooky night.


An entertaining alphabet book with unusual animals doing zany things, aardvarks, komodo dragons, and many more incredible creatures. The comical illustrations will capture the imagination while building reading skills at many levels. Also included are activities for parents/teachers to do with children.


Rachel loves to doodle on walls, on her school books, and on her back pack. Anywhere Rachel can doodle she does, but it gets her into big trouble. She tries to draw and color in other places. She learns she can mix colors to make more colors. Suddenly, Rachel’s doodling becomes a lot more fun!

Find these and other great Guardian Angel Publishing titles at www.guardianangelpublishing.com!

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES TRACY HELIXON, AUTHOR OF LITTLE ISAAC’S BIG ADVENTURE.


Congratulations on the release of LITTLE ISAAC’S BIG ADVENTURE. Please tell us more about it.

About the book:

What if you could swing so high that you landed on a cloud and traveled through the sky? Isaac finds the answer to this question on a whimsical and windy fall day, full of surprises. He discovers that being small does have its advantages.

What was the inspiration for this book?

Tracy: When I was a little girl, I loved to swing on the swing set.  I used to pump as hard as I could, then look up at the sky and try to reach the clouds.  I always wondered what it would be like to swing high enough to land on one of those clouds.  Also, I wrote the story at a time when my second child sometimes became frustrated because he couldn’t do all the things his big brother could do. Those two concepts came together to inspire LITTLE ISAAC’S BIG ADVENTURE.

What is your favorite moment from the book?

Tracy: My favorite part of the book is actually the first illustrated page, when Isaac hears the wind whispering, but his big brother doesn’t hear it.  Illustrator Jack Foster captured the moment so perfectly – with the colorful fall leaves swirling in the background and Isaac looking up at the sky.  I also like that page because even though Isaac hasn’t realized it yet, he is beginning to learn that he has a special and unique perspective – not in spite of his smallness, but because of his smallness.  I hope the book will help young children to realize how special they truly are, wherever they happen to be in life.

Is this your first published book? 

Tracy: Yes – and I couldn’t be happier to work with the wonderful people at GAP!

We’d love to hear more about you.

Thanks for asking!  I have enjoyed reading and writing for as long as I can remember.  I grew up on books like Frog and Toad are Friends, Danny and the Dinosaur, The Happy Hollisters, and Little House on the Prairie.  When I found a good book, I had a hard time putting it down – even to go to sleep. I am the oldest of five children, and I also have a large extended family.  My siblings, cousins, and I used to write plays and perform them for our families.  My parents, aunts, uncles, and grandparents always encouraged our creativity, and I’m so thankful for that.

Today, I am a full-time English teacher at a two-year college in Wisconsin.  My husband and I live in Wisconsin with our three children, who love to make up stories of their own!

Do you have any book signing events or book tours scheduled for LITTLE ISAAC’S BIG ADVENTURE?

Tracy: I am very excited to share this story with young readers!  Because of my teaching schedule, I am still in the process of arranging these kinds of events.  I will post updates to my author website:  www.tracyhelixon.com

How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming LITTLE ISAAC’S BIG ADVENTURE events?

Please visit my website at www.tracyhelixon.com  If you read the book, you can also leave me a note there.  I’d love to hear from you!

Thank you for stopping in to share LITTLE ISAAC’S BIG ADVENTURE with us. Readers can purchase their own copy here. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing.

Sunday, October 21, 2012

GAP FAMILY BLOG WELCOMES Jennifer LB Leese, AUTHOR OF “JORDIE’S SCHOOL DAY ADVENTURE”


Congratulations on the release of JORDIE’S SCHOOL DAY ADVENTURE. Please tell us more about it.

About the book:

This book is about Jordie's first day of pre-school. She's excited and ready to go. That is, until she gets to school and sees all the children. Now, she's ready to go home. Her mommy hands her a small picture of herself for Jordie to look at whenever she gets nervous. Jordie places it in her pocket for safe keeping. Slowly, Jordie starts to relax and within no time she's having lots of fun. She plays dolls and blocks during center time, she listens to her teacher read her a story from a big red book, and she sits beside her new friend, Sue during snack time. By the time her mommy comes to get her, she can't wait to come back again.

What was the inspiration for this book?

Jennifer: My daughter. She was having a tough time being excited about starting school, because she knew she was going to miss being with me. Because of that, I got the idea to laminate a photo of myself and attached it to a piece of string so she could wear it around her neck. She was so excited to take me to school with her.

What is your favorite moment from the book?

Jennifer: The part where Jordie plays on the slide. I think the photo matches the text just perfectly. Kym (Jones, illustrator) really did an awesome job. Seeing her illustrations really makes me think of when I used to volunteer with my daughter at school. Brings back such sweet memories – especially now that my daughter is 15-years-old.

Is this your first published book?

Jennifer: No, I have several books. Several more children’s books (I AM ME, BOWS FOR PIGEL’S NOSE, and SOUNDS I CAN HEAR: IN A CAR) are due out with Guardian Angel sometime soon.

We’d love to hear more about you.

I have several published works including many articles, several children’s fiction picture books, a young adult fantasy book, and a paranormal fiction novel. I freelance children's non-fiction books for book distribution and packaging companies and currently I work for the weekly newspaper, Picket News, in my hometown where I wear many hats that of which include editor, lead writer, graphic designer, layout, and whatever other hats may need wearing. I also freelance for local businesses designing brochures, advertisements, and print material.

Additionally, as an ordained minister, I perform weddings a few times a year.

I live in Maryland with my three children, Nicholas, Cameron, and Jordan, my husband, Thom, and our two dogs, Lily and Thorn, two cats, Orchid and Gray, Leo the iguana, two rats, and Meloni the bunny.

How can our readers learn more about you and any upcoming JORDIE’S SCHOOL DAY ADVENTURE events?

Jennifer: I have an author website at www.jenniferlbleese.weebly.com, which I am currently, and always trying to update.

Thank you for stopping in to share JORDIE’S SCHOOL DAY ADVENTURE with us. Readers can purchase their copy here. We are proud to add it to the ever-growing line of quality titles from Guardian Angel Publishing.


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A NECKLACE FOR JIGGSY
A POCKETFUL OF MANNERS
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ANDY & SPIRIT IN THE BIG RESCUE
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ANGEL DONOR
ANGEL EYES
ANGEL IN A BUBBLE
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CATS OF MANY COLOR
CHASING A POT OF GOLD
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CHESLEY'S CRAZY HAIR
CHESTER, THE WATCHCAT
CHIP'S SHARING DAY

CHIZZY'S TOPSY TALE
CINDERFELLA & THE FURRY GODMOTHER
CIRCULATION CELEBRATION : THE SUM OF OUR PARTS SERIES
CHOCALIN!
CLIP-CLOP, TIPPITY TAP French Vocabulary on the Farm
CLOUD JUMPERS
COBBLEDOM'S CURSE
CODY KNOW'S
COLOR ME HAPPY!
COWBOY JAMES
CRASH!
CURLEY, THE CROOKED CHRISTMAS TREE
DIENTECITO Y EL ATAQUE DE LA PLACA Spanish Edition
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DILIGENCE THE DRAGON
DOES HEAVEN GET MAIL
DOGGIE DAY CAMP: VERB AND ADVERB ADVENTURES
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DOWN BY THE SHORE
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FANTASTIC FLIGHT
FIRST SPRING
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FRANK'S LIVING ON THE MOON ADVENTURE 1
FREDERICO, THE MOUSE VIOLINIST
GILLY, THE SEASICK FISH
GIFTS FROM GOD
GOD LOVES YOU WHOEVER YOU ARE
GOLDEN DAFFODILS
GROWING UP DREAMS
HAMSTER HOLIDAYS
HOPE, THE ANGELFISH
HORATIO HUMBLE BEATS THE BIG D
HORSE CAMP
HUMBERTO, THE BOOKWORM HAMSTER
I DON'T WANT A HAIRCUT
IF I COULD BE ANYTHING
I RIDE MY BICYCLE BK1 Free eBook
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ITCHA ITCHA GOO GOO BLUES
IT'S BIRTHDAY TIME, JAKE!
I SEE SEASIDE BIRDS
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JAMIE'S DREAM
JOURNEYS OF HOPE "A STAR SHALL LEAD THEM"
JOURNEYS OF HOPE "PEARL OF WISDOM"
JUST THE THING TO BE
I AM ME
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KATRINA AND WINTER: PARTNERS IN COURAGE
KITTY KERPLUNKING: PREPOSITION FUN
KLUTZY KANTOR
LADY GEHR
LAST PAGE IN THE DIARY
LEARNING YOUR ANIMAL ABCs WITH PROFESSOR HOOT
LEARN THE BASICS OF COLOR WITH PROFESSOR HOOT
LEARNING TO COUNT 1-10 WITH PROFESSOR HOOT
LIGHTNING STRIKES
LIDDIL GETS HER LIGHT
LILLY LOLLER'S ALWAYS LATE
LILY & THE CITY OF LIGHT
LITTLE SHEPHERD
LONELY
LITTLE LEAF

LUCKY PENNY
LUCY'S
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MAMA GRIZZLY BEAR
MARTA'S GARGANTUAN WINGS
MAGICAL MATTHEW
MAYBE WE ARE FLAMINGOS
MEET ME AT THE PARK
MICE IN MY TUMMY
MICHAEL'S NEW NEIGHBOR
MISTER TOPPER, THE POTBELLIED PIG
MOONLIGHT MEDALLION
MONSTER MADDIE
MUSCLES MAKE US MOVE: : THE SUM OF OUR PARTS SERIES
MY COPAN ADVENTURE
MY GRANDMA'S KITCHEN RULES!
MY BROTHER THE FROG
MY SISTER IS MY BEST FRIEND
MY TOOTH IS LOOSE : THE SUM OF OUR PARTS SERIES
NATALIE'S ARK
NO BONES ABOUT IT! : THE SUM OF OUR PARTS SERIES
NO MORE GUNK!
NOTHING STOPS NOAH
O CHRISTMAS TREE
OLLIE OAK SAVES THE DAY
ON THE GO WITH ROOTER & SNUFFLE
ONE IN A BUZZILLION
ONE LARGE PEANUT BUTTER SANDWICH TO GO
ONE NUTTY FAMILY
ONE FAMILY'S CHRISTMAS
ONE NOBLE JOURNEY
ONE PELICAN AT A TIME : A Story of the Gulf Oil Spill BELLA & BRITT BEACH SERIES
OUCH! SUNBURN
POODLE & DOODLE
PRESTON, THE NOT-SO-PERFECT PIG
PROFESSSOR HORACE, CRYPTOZOOLOGIST
PUT IT BACK, JACK
RACHEL SERVES A STEW
RAINBOW NIGHTS
RAINBOW SHEEP
RATTLESNAKE JAM
RIBBERT'S WAY HOME
RILEY'S HEART MACHINE
ROMEO'S RESCUE
RUTHIE AND THE HIPPO'S FAT BEHIND
RV MOUSE
SARAH'S SOCKS MY WORLD OF AUTISM
SCAREDY : A CLOUD AFRAID OF THUNDER
SEA TURTLE SUMMER: BELLA & BRITT BEACH SERIES
SEYMOUR THE SEMI - SPACE TRUCKIN'
SH SH SH LET THE BABY SLEEP
SHAPING UP THE YEAR
SIGNS OF TROUBLE
SHOO CAT!
SILLY MOMENTS
SLIME AND ALL
SMILEYTOOTH AND BUSHWHACK PLAQUE
SMILEYTOOTH AND THE CASTLE HASSLE
SMILEYTOOTH AND THE PLAQUE ATTACK
SECRET SERVICE SAINT
SPARKIE: A STAR AFRAID OF THE DARK
STAY AWAY FROM ELECTRICITY FREE eBook
STELLA, THE FIRE FARTING DRAGON
STOP THAT PUDDING!
STILTS THE STORK
STUBBY'S DESTINY
SULLY'S TOPSY TALE

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TACONI & CLAUDE: DOUBLE TROUBLE
TALES FROM INDIA: CHARACTER COUNTS! RESPECT
TALES FROM KENSINGTON FOREST
TERESA'S SHADOW
THAT'S A LOT OF LOVE
THE ADVENTURES OF CHICKOLET PIGOLET: THE BRIBE OF FRANKENBEANS
THE ADVENTURES OF CHICKOLET PIGOLET: MURMUR ON THE OINK EXPRESS
THE ADVENTURES OF ANDY & SPIRIT- Book 1 Tweener
THE BEST CHRISTMAS GIFT
THE CAT CAME BACK
THE CHRISTMAS ANGEL
THE CLOWN AROUND KIDS
THE DOLL VIOLINIST
THE FIRST AMERICANS
THE GOLDEN PATHWAY
THE JUMBO SHRIMP OF DIRE STRAITS
THE LEGEND OF LUMPUS AND OGOLS
THE LITTLEST COWBOY
THE LONELY LIGHTNING BUG
THE MAGIC VIOLIN
THE MILK HORSE
THE MISADVENTURES OF ROOTER & SNUFFLE
THE ODD CHICK
THE PERIL OF THE SINISTER SCIENTIST
THE PLUMBER AND THE WISHING WELL
THE POTTY TRAIN
THE SAD LITTLE HOUSE
THE SISTER EXCHANGE
THE SKUNK'S GIFT
THE SOGGY TOWN OF HILLTOP
THE TURTLE WHO IMAGINED
THE WATER CYCLE: WATER PLAY SERIES bk 1
THE WEAVER ANOTHER WEAVER TALE
THE WISHING WELL ANOTHER WEAVER TALE
THERE'S A BEETLE IN MY BED
THERE'S A SPIDER IN MY SINK
TINY ANGEL
TODAY I AM A PENGUIN
TOO MANY KITTIES
TROUBLE FINDS ROOTER & SNUFFLE
TUCKER'S TALE: The story of a rescue dog
'TWAS THE YEAR CHRIST LEFT CHRISTMAS
VIVIEN'S BEACH DREAM
WE'RE BROTHERS AND SISTERS: THE BOOPLES
WHAT IF THE MOON...?
WHAT IS THAT THING?
WHAT IN THE WORLD SHOULD I BE?
WHERE IS SALAMI?
WHISTLING DIXIE
WICKY WACKY THINGS THAT GO! AUTOMOBILES 1
WICKY WACKY THINGS THAT GO! BOATS 1
WICKY WACKY THINGS THAT GO! BUSSES
WICKY WACKY THINGS THAT GO! EMERGENCY VEHICLES
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