 I’m delighted to be participating in author Beverly Stowe McClure’s Blog Tour today for her latest release, GABE’S GUARDIAN ANGEL. This author has always been a favorite of mine.  GABE’S GUARDIAN ANGEL by Beverly Stowe McClure * Paperback: 214 pages * Publisher: Freedom Fox Press * ISBN-10: 1939844665 * ISBN-13: 978-1939844668 SYNOPSIS: Gabe Montana is clumsy. He's overweight, and he's dyslexic. Worse yet, the bullies make his fifteen-year-old life even more miserable-so miserable he wants to die. Charley, his guardian angel, says no to that idea and comes up with a different plan. He'll give Gabe self-confidence so he can solve his problems, not run away from them. But Gabe wonders why the angel doesn't just help with the bullies. What's with this self-confidence stuff? Can Charley help Gabe stand on his own two feet? Will Gabe give up hope life can improve for him? Or will he finally listen to the angel's advice? GABE'S GUARDIAN ANGEL is available at the following sites: AMAZON PAPERBACK | AMAZON KINDLE | BARNES AND NOBLE PAPERBACK | BARNES AND NOBLE NOOK BOOK | KOBO
I highly recommend Gabe's Guardian Angel to all youth ages 8 to 18 and educators/guardians!! Beverly McClure has captured so many youth dilemmas in this one short novel. Gabe and his sister, Lindy have many challenges they face daily. Their mother died after the birth of Lindy. Their father abandoned them. Their maternal grandfather took them in and gave them much love. Since the grandfather was not educated, he had to find whatever work he could. They moved to a small town, lived in a small house and the grandfather worked three jobs. Gabe did odd jobs for others to help with the bills thee best he could. Gabe was slightly overweight and dreaded school for many reasons. One particular day at school with a very painful incident, changed Gabe's life forever. The topic in this story addresses integrity, bullying, abandonment, reaching out, true friendship, family relationships, abuse, supreme assistance, dyslexia, obesity, non-judgement and so much more. The characters are well developed and seem to be alive and real! The scenes are portrayed to a pint the reader can experience the feeling of being there. The Cover and Title are eye-catching and depicts the story well. This is an uplifting, yet true to life story. I offer a Four and a Half Stars rating. This book was gifted me with no pressure for e a positive review. This is my honest review.  ABOUT the AUTHOR: Most of the time, you’ll find Award-Winning Author Beverly Stowe McClure at her computer, typing stories young voices whisper in her ears. When she’s not writing, she’s snapping pictures of wildlife, flowers, and clouds. She’s affectionately known as the “Bug Lady.” She’s not telling why. To relax she plays the piano. Her fur babies don’t appreciate good music and hide when she tickles the ivories. Beverly is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. She also teaches a women’s Sunday school class at her church. To Follow Beverly and her writing visit: Blog | Website | Twitter | Facebook | Goodreads |  GIVEAWAY DETAILS: Author Beverly Stowe McClure is giving away one print copy of GABE’S GUARDIAN ANGEL to a lucky US winner. To enter the giveaway, just click on the Rafflecopter widget below and follow the instructions. Rafflecopter Giveaway ! For Tour Schedule, Click on HERE! 
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  Journey to Twilight (series Land of Twilight #1) by Charmayne Hafen, Illustrations are by award-winning artist, Brianna Osaseri. Middle Grade Fantasy | Paperback & ebook, 113 Pages November 1st 2019 by Capture Books Synopsis: Sam and Lorna’s bike race becomes far more than a neighborhood competition in this action-adventure fantasy. Lorna Wilson moves to the Crestwood subdivision in Arizona with her mom and baby brother. Unpacking, Lorna seeks a way to fit into the crowd when a girl named Ally knocks on her front door. Splashing in the pool at Ally’s house, Lorna learns about the bike challenge created by a scar-faced neighborhood legend, Samuel Black. She hears herself boasting that she can take on Sam Black in his own bike challenge and win. Lorna's words quickly come back to bite her. Although none of the kids will root for the new girl, an ancient cairn opens to the Land of Twilight giving Lorna an opportunity to win anything her heart desires. Goodreads | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Target | Book Depository | Kobo  Journey to Twilight - Charmayne Hafen This story has some fun mythical characters and Twilight is an interesting place. I like the friendship that built between Sam and Lorna. I really like the illustrations. They are awesome. The characters are well-developed and it's easy to feel their emotions. The story flows well from chapter to chapter and is easy to follow along. I recommend this book to everyone who enjoys a great adventure. I give it literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie  Return to Twilight (Land of Twilight Trilogy #2) By Charmayne Hafen Middle Grade Fantasy | Paperback & ebook, 142 Pages January 21st 2020 by Capture Books SYNOPSIS: In this second book of the Land of Twilight Trilogy, seventh-grade Lorna struggles with the meaning of friend like, how to be one, how to choose one, and how to keep one. Lorna rejects her dad, deceives her mom, and turns her back on the ethereal Land of Twilight. She even turns on her best friend, Sam, in favor of gaining the attention of a new girl in the neighborhood, Jenny. Lorna sheds her own social norms, stealing and hiding as she pretends to enjoy her second year in challenging Crestwood, Arizona. It has to be Sam's turn to do what true friends do. An exciting read for readers ages 9-13 who enjoy Celtic mythology, magic, and busting the dust of the Arizona desert with your best friend. (Affiliate links included.) Goodreads | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Book Depository  Return to Twilight - Charmayne Hafen I really like the way Sam helped Lorna find her faith. This story creates a great way to make learning faith in a fun and educational way. This is a good follow up to Journey to Twilight. The characters are well-developed and it's easy to feel their emotions. The story flows well from chapter to chapter and is easy to follow along. I recommend this book to everyone who enjoys a great adventure. I give it literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie  Trouble to Twilight (Land of Twilight Trilogy #3) By Charmayne Hafen Middle Grade Fantasy | Paperback & ebook, 129 Pages April 1st 2020 by Capture Books SYNOPSIS: How can the most colorful world in the universe turn hapless and gray?! That's what mystifies both Sam and Lorna. Trix falls from the Land of Twilight, showing up at the discarded camper shell in the Arizona desert where Sam and Lorna are making their secret plans. Trix and Melvin focus on the Land of Realtime because the lives of both Lorna and Sam have interwoven with the Land of Twilight. How can the four unravel themselves? A tragic accident forces Sam to again realize that life can change suddenly. Now he and Lorna must rethink what in life is most important to them. History, philosophy, and faith enter the scene through interdimensional time travel. The Land of Twilight Trilogy is filled with adventure and supernatural elements for readers ages 9-12. With its relatable characters and fast-moving plot, Sam and Lorna discover their priorities. As Sam faces unbearable consequences, he learns the bonds of true friendship and personal truth are real. Readers are given not only an interesting story filled with allegorical elements about the meaning of faith, but are also challenged to think about their own ideas of reality and meaning. (Affiliate links included.)Goodreads | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Book Depository  Trouble in Twilight - Charmayne Hafen This is another awesome book in Twilight with fun mythical characters. This is a good follow up to Journey to Twilight and Return to Twilight. The characters are well-developed and it's easy to feel their emotions. The story flows well from chapter to chapter and is easy to follow along. I recommend this book to everyone who enjoys a great adventure. I give it literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie   About the Author Charmayne Hafen has been writing since she was nine years old when she kept a private journal documenting love and loss in her fourth-grade class. In 2016, she published her first book, The Land Of Twilight, which was selected as a winner in the category of Juvenile Fiction in the Winter 2017 NABE Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards. Using knowledge and skills acquired from her MA in counseling, Charmayne wrote The Land Of Twilight series to help kids navigate the sometimes difficult waters of divorce. Her love of Celtic mythology also influenced the book. The first book in the series has been republished under a new title called Journey To Twilight which will be available November 1, 2019. There will be two more books in the series coming out early [2020]. Goodreads | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram  GIVEAWAY DETAILS: One winner will receive an ebook of Journey to Twilight and a $50 Amazon eGift Card Open internationally Ends April 30, 2020 ENTER HERE!  |
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