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Our Indian Author Book List

Our Indian Author Book List

August 15th is India’s Independence Day! In celebration we thought it would be fun to share some books by Indian authors that celebrate Indias rich culture! Continue reading to check out our list…

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Author Feature: Janice Polite, A Worm Named Small

Author Feature: Janice Polite, A Worm Named Small

In February, Janice Polite shared her latest children's book with the community. It’s a heartwarming story called A Worm Named Small. The main character, Small, doesn't think highly of himself due to his size and is uncomfortable talking to other animals. But when he does, they all treat him kindly and try to help Small with his needs. The purpose of the book is for people to be more loving and inclusive. The vision for this book was sparked when Janice was a teen. One day during her daily walk to school, she observed worms in the rain. She carefully...

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Earth Day and reading books!

Earth Day and reading books!

Earth Day, celebrated every year on April 22nd, is a reminder of our responsibility to protect and preserve our planet. As we strive to make positive changes to protect the environment, one often overlooked tool in this effort is reading. Reading is not only essential for acquiring knowledge and expanding our horizons, but it also plays a crucial role in fostering environmental awareness and promoting sustainable practices. Lala and Henry Wingo is  about protecting the oceans. Reading provides us with information about environmental issues and solutions. Books, articles, and online resources offer valuable insights into topics such as climate change,...

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When in Peru

When in Peru

Despite traffic, long lines, and airport delays, our visit to Peru was entertaining, relaxing, and thrilling! We saw the only oasis in South Africa, sandboarded, parasailed and enjoyed lots of different foods. Finally, seeing penguins, birds, and sea lions in their natural habitats only reinforced why we wrote the book Olivia Lauren's A Guide to Animal Habitats.

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Women's History Interview: Melissa-Sue John in CanvasRebel

Women's History Interview: Melissa-Sue John in CanvasRebel

For Women's History, Dr John made it in the pages of Canvas Rebel magazine. Canvas Rebel's mission is to create a space for artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs to be able to learn from their peers through the magic and power of storytelling.  Their love of the storytelling format comes from their founding of VoyageLA almost a decade ago, where they ask business owners to share the story of their lives and how they got to where they are today.  Here is the link to the article. Please share on your social media and tag us #laurensimonepubs #melissasuejohn

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