She’s only got two weeks to get it all back. Mariska Bokori never thought she’d spend her last two weeks of summer planning a fake prom, almost getting arrested in her pajamas, or falling for a guy with such an awful haircut. But that was before her stepfather accidentally threw away all her high school mementos. Now, armed with only her trusty camera and a deep-seated fear of leaving for college, Mariska is determined to recreate some of her favorite moments before her friends are scattered to the four corners of higher education. There’s no time to lose, and there’s certainly no time to be almost kissing Caine Fitzgibbon at every turn. They’re just friends. And he thinks her plan is “unnecessary.” But what does he know? He’s about as sentimental as a park bench. Except, somehow, he’s always there. And it turns out he might just know a thing or two about losing your past, if Mariska is willing to listen. Read more

“There are times when Leon’s writing style reminds me of Tolkien. If you’re a fan of medieval fantasy with a full cast of characters, you have to read Elemental Links.” – N. N. Light’s Book Heaven. “Take him and run.” The last words of Jake’s mother urged him to save his brother, Louie. Jake and Louie get thrown into the outside world, where Jake learns his skill with a sword can save their lives, and Louie, gifted with elemental magic, soon learns his magic is part of something much bigger: a world of spirits that wage a war of their own. The necrom are after Louie. The only way the abominations can increase their numbers is to capture and possess more adepts. After centuries of the necrom pillaging, adepts are scarce. The necrom want Louie and won’t stop until they capture him. Along their way, they meet Cassie; a fiery brunette with more secrets than Jake and Louie signed on for. The boys’ unlikely friendship with her turns their run-and-hide strategy on its heels. Their journey is fraught with unexpected creatures, friends, and new allies. Aside from tournaments and drakons, Jake and Louie are tested as they’ve never been before. Can they defeat the force that threatens not just Louie, but every adept in Elabrium? Will their allies stand with them against the horde of necrom, whose mere presence threatens not just themselves, but their newfound friends as well? Read more

How can parents explain Santa without looking like liars? Rumors are flying that Santa is not real, and that he takes away from the true meaning of Christmas. Even worse, if Santa’s not real then the next logical step is to assume that Jesus isn’t real either. In Santa’s Greatest Gift, Santa responds to these accusations, revealing his true identity and shedding light on the true identity of every soul on earth. This reassuring letter from Santa guides the child in all of us through the rumors of falsehood to the amazing discovery that Santa is real and living as the Giving Spirit in everyone who plays the role of Santa. Santa’s greatest gift, however, is the knowledge that the Spirit of God that lived and was made perfect in Jesus is also alive inside each person as the Christ Spirit. The honoring of the Christ Child in each girl and boy is, in fact, the reason that Santa has been bringing gifts each year, just as the wise men brought gifts for the Christ Child on that first Christmas day. It is Santa’s hope that the peace of Christmas will be found through the recognition of the Giving Spirit and the Christ Spirit inside ourselves and everyone we meet. Read Santa’s letter today, and find out how you can download a printable version to stick in your child’s stocking when the time comes to reveal the truth. Read more

An epic fantasy book for kids and adults alike, featuring dragon guardians, magical creatures, and a young girl destined for adventure: Harry Potter meets Eragon. “A remarkable dragon story for young adults and teens. If you enjoy the Eragon book series by Christopher Paolini, you’ll love this series!!” ★★★★★ “An intriguing fantasy adventure. The characters are well-created, and the plot is complex and interesting. Readers who like fantasy, mystery, adventure, and dragons will enjoy reading THE FINDING.” ★★★★★ “This is an excellent epic fantasy about a prophecy, a human girl, and dragons.” ★★★★★ When the dragon Jaax receives word that a human infant has been found in the province of Oescienne, he doesn’t dare believe it. Humans have been extinct for centuries, trapped by a terrible curse and left to live out their existence in the form of dragons. Despite his doubts, however, Jaax assumes responsibility for the baby girl only to discover that what he has been seeking for so many years has finally been found. Jahrra knows all about the legends and sagas of Oescienne, but never in her wildest dreams would she believe that she played a part in one of them. She is far too busy dodging the bullies at school and seeking out new adventures with her friends to worry about what secrets her dragon mentor might be keeping from her, or that her every move is being watched by something living in the forest surrounding her home. But the secrets run deep, and as Jahrra fights to earn her place in this extraordinary world, she will begin to unravel the truth of it all: that she isn’t as safe as she thought she was, that danger lurks around every corner, and that her role in this unfurling tale is far more significant than she could possibly imagine. Read more

Joshua is small for his age. Bullied relentlessly for years, all his friends have drifted away from him. Eve is a pretty girl who has just entered the popular clique. The two could not be more different. As they begin their final year of middle school, the unlikely pair find themselves partners in Science class. At first reluctant to work with him, Eve soon discovers hidden truths about not only Joshua but their school, and her world turns upside-down. The two form a relationship that will teach them both the true meaning of friendship, loyalty, and love… a relationship that will end up changing not only their lives, but the complexion of their entire school. Over 200 five-star reviews in Amazon and Goodreads. I.A.N. AWARDS – BOOK OF THE YEAR GOLD MEDAL WINNER – 2015 READER’S FAVORITE BOOK AWARDS WINNER – 2015 STARGAZER LITERARY PRIZE FINALIST – 2016 RONE AWARDS FINALIST – 2015 WISHING SHELF BOOK AWARDS FINALIST – 2015 DANTE ROSETTI AWARD Praise from readers: ★★★★★ – “I highly recommend this book for middle schools and high schools alike. It was well-written with excellent dialogue. The point of views between the characters shift effortlessly, and I found myself eager to read Eve’s point of view just as much as Joshua’s, even though the story centered more on him. This was an excellent book.” ★★★★★ – “Joshua’s Island really spoke to me and I recommend it to everyone. Bullying is an ongoing problem and the only way it can be addressed is head on, which I think this book expresses. Bullying is never something that should be ignored by the victim, or by others who know it’s going on. This book should be a must read in every classroom.” Read more