The Book of ELLE by Jocelynn Mitchell and illus. by Alicia Mitchell.

 The Book of Ellie (The Book of Ellie Series): Mitchell, Jocelynn, Mitchell, Alicia: 9798359427180: Amazon.com: Books

Teen author Jocelynn Mitchell with illustrations by Alicia Mitchell has crafted a delightful book sure to please parents and young readers. 

The cute dog has one mission in life, "I'm Ellie, and I'm the best worst dog ever! I'm awesome at everything, and in this book, I'm going to teach you my secrets so you can be awesome like me."

The adventures and journey will keep readers engaged and finishing it will lead to moving on to book 2! All about a pup named Piper!

A word from the author Jocelynn Mitchell:

"Hello! My name is Jocelynn and I am so glad you found The Book of Ellie! Now, I might be a bit biased, but if I had to guess this book will bring loads of smiles and laughter to its readers, no matter what age! I am currently 13, but have been working on The Book of Ellie since I was 11. I love to read and write, and it has always been a dream of mine to publish a book one day! When my pug, Ellie, was brought home I knew immediately that she would make an amazing main character in my book. Everything you see in the book are events that really have happened! Ellie has been quite the challenge when it comes to training and truly has a mind of her own, but that makes for a great story, and I could not be happier to call her my dog! I currently live in the great state of Texas and aside from writing I love to cook, swim, and be with my friends! I hope you enjoy the book and look out because I can assure you there is more to come!" 

Note: A very proud Oklahoma relatives shared the book with me and I highly recommend it for personal home collections and for classroom or library collections. Talented young authors - and artists - need to be encouraged!

Dr. Adkinson and the Adventures of Princess Lizzy

Princess Lizzy provides a wonderful venue for children to learn, think and grow. Such basic life lessons as "How do you handle a situation when you know someone hasn’t told the truth? What do you do when you see a little girl without a coat in the cold of winter? Where do flowers go when they disappear? What do you do when your feet don’t reach the floor?"

Author Dr. Mary Adkinson lives in the heart of Oklahoma on one and a half acres with her husband, Bob. Lots of birds, squirrels, and occasionally coyotes or skunks keep them company.  Their kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids are scattered across Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.

The authors readers and parents to "Follow Princess Lizzy on Twitter or Facebook so your child won’t miss a single adventure. I relish your input as to what you like or dislike about the stories. If you have ideas for other life lessons, I would love to hear from you. Perhaps, your idea will become a new adventure for Princess Lizzy."

Ask for them by name at your local bookstore and library. Visit the website for special deals and resources : http://growingupwithprincesslizzy.com/

Author Mariana Llanos Explores Children’s Imagination in New Book

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma­­--April 2013. In her first published story “Tristan Wolf”, Mariana Llanos takes the reader to the world of a boy raised by wolves who starts a journey to find his real self in an adventure filled with new friends and memories of his loving wolf family.

“I believe that my story will stimulate middle grade children’s playfulness and imagination, something that some books are lacking nowadays”, said the author. Although “Tristan Wolf” is recommended for children age 9 to 12 years old, it is also a book for any avid reader who is in for a timeless story. “I like to explore our ludic side, the creativity and imagination that we lose as we get older” added Mrs. Llanos.

“Tristan Wolf” is now available for sale on www.amazon.com or on http://www.createspace.com/3986785 at the list price of $13.99. The official launch for “Tristan Wolf” will take place in the month of May, 2013.

Mariana Llanos grew up writing short stories and poetry. She has a background in drama and theater in her native Lima, Peru. Currently, Mrs. Llanos works at a local Oklahoma City preschool teaching art and music.

Contact Information:  Mariana Llanos   mariana_llanos@hotmail.com

Book Signings with Author Sandra Lawson

Author Sandra Lawson, The Best Baker in the World!,  will be at Ralph Ellison Library,  2000 NE 23, OKC, Thursday, June 14 from 5-7:30 and at Full Circle Bookstore, 1900 NW Expressway, OKC, Saturday, June 16 from 3-5pm. 

Everyone loves to eat the homemade treats made by The Best Baker in the World, but when her baking turns into a business, things quickly get out of hand. With cakes piles high and her love of baking gone, will her friends and family ever get to enjoy their favorite sweets again? 

Author Sandra Lawson is a native of Kentucky but relocated to Oklahoma 10 years ago. Sandra enjoys baking, sewing, scrapbooking, and quilting, but she is also a registered dental hygienist. She lives in Blanchard, OK with her husband, Tony, daughter, Emily and their 2 dogs and 2 cats.

Email:  sandig.lawson@gmail.com  
Facebook:  Facebook.com/authorsandralawson
Blog:  sandralawson.blogspot.com

MEET LINDA TAYLOR

Born in Texas, author Linda Taylor, served as a missionary in Nigeria for sixteen years.  That experience, and her training as a teacher, combine to produce a charming and educational book, My Dog is Barking...A Story from Nigeria

THE BEST BAKER IN THE WORLD!

Everyone loves to eat the homemade treats made by "The Best Baker in the World", but when her baking turns into a business, things quickly get out of hand. With cakes piled high and her lover of baking gone, will her friends and family ever get to enjoy their favorite sweets again? Find out if the world's best baker will find her passion for baking again!

Oklahoma Children's Author, Sandra Lawson always dreamed of being a writer and when she became an "empty nester", it was the perfect time to make her dream a reality! Published by Tate Publishing and released on February 14, 2012, this book is a heartwarming tale of what happens when greed gets in the way of a hobby.

Available at Tatepublishing.com, Amazon, Barnesandnoble.com or directly from the author. Follow Sandra's new book adventure and future endeavors: sandralawson.blogspot.com or Facebook.com/authorsandralawson Email: sanding.lawson@gmail.com

INDIE INK AUTHOR: JUDSON TROOP

  The Gatekeeper: Day of the Dinosaurs.  What could be better than a book with time travel, dinosaurs and adventure?  Sure to please young readers and leave them begging for more.

TONYA TRIMBLE TOURS AND THAT IS WITH A CAPITAL "T" FOR TERRIFIC!

Tonya Trimble and her publisher, Tell Me Press, announce her new book for kids called Curiosity With a Capital S. The book released in hardcover on Aug. 1 and will be out in soft cover on Oct. 1.  


She's doing a few area events over the next few days. Tomorrow in Oklahoma City she's doing a book signing luncheon with retired teachers. On Wednesday, she's doing a book signing with retired Oklahoma City School Administration personnel. And then on Thursday, she's going to Tulsa for a book signing at Monte Cassino School in the morning (she graduated from High School there) and then one at Marquette Catholic School later that day (she taught elementary grades there).

Catch her at one of these events or order her book via the link above.

Author Meridith Smith

 Author of Where Are Going, Smitty Baby? Meridith Smith.  She also won an award for her table decor at the Chisholm Trail Book Festival (9/17/11).

OKLAHOMA WRITER'S GROUPS

OK_RWA - Oklahoma Romance Writers : http://www.okrwa.com/

OKC Writers :http://okcwriters.toogroagency.com/2005speakers.html

Oklahoma Writers Federation Inc. : http://www.owfi.org/

Society of Children’s Book Writers/Illustrators of Oklahoma :http://www.scbwiok.org/

Poetry Society of Oklahoma : http://www.angelfire.com/poetry/pso/

Red Dirt Writers : http://reddirt.pls.lib.ok.us/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1

Southern OK Writers Guild : http://www.geocities.com/soho/study/4589/

Christian Writers Group, WIN (Writers of Inspirational Novels) www.win-acfw.com

Tulsa Nightwriters: www.nightwriters.org

Wordwrigths, OKC, A Christian Writers Group: htpp://www.shadetreecreations.com/Wordwrights1.htm or wordwrightmembership@yahoo.com