Bass Reeves: Legendary Lawman of the West. Crossing Time Press, 2023.
Bass Reeves started life as a slave, but he grew up to be one of the most respected lawmen in the West. Reeves faced many obstacles and challenges, but he also was admired and respected for risking his life to uphold the law, for his bravery and fairness, and for his devotion to duty.
Tapeti: The Moon’s Keeper. Kids Book Press, 2022.
Tapeti – The Moon’s Keeper tells the story of Tapeti, a special rabbit, who learns about the importance of hard work, determination, and kindness—and how these qualities can help you to achieve a goal. Tapeti also learns the real value of his efforts—and how sometimes success, even when it’s mixed with a few missteps and mistakes, can lead to dramatic changes.
Hypatia: Ancient Alexandria’s Female Scholar. Kids Book Press, 2021.
Hypatia of Alexandria was one of the most brilliant women who lived in the ancient world. As an inspirational teacher, gifted orator, and accomplished scholar, she challenged the prevailing ideas of what it was to be a female. Hypatia: Ancient Alexandria’s Female Scholar relates the extraordinary life of this remarkable woman and reveals how she continues to inspire people more than 1,600 years after her death.
It’s Almost Time to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Kids Book Press, 2021.
Join Lucky McClover as he shares the story of his favorite day—St. Patrick’s Day! You’ll learn about the history, legends, and traditions surrounding this fun holiday—including how to avoid the mischief of fairies and how to capture a leprechaun’s pot of gold. Colorful illustrations and an easy text make this book ideal for introducing young children to the meaning and customs surrounding St. Patrick’s Day.
Two Terrible Days in May: The Rader Farm Massacre. 2019.
In a special field in Jasper County, Missouri, Grandpa shares the story of the Rader Farm Massacre with Ringtail. Several African American soldiers with the 1st Kansas Volunteer Infantry Regiment were killed during this attack. Many of these men had been slaves, and their presence as Union soldiers generated great resentment among Southern sympathizers. Grandpa explains how recent research has changed the long-held historical account of this tragic Civil War incident. Available in hardcover and paperback editions, the book describes the 1863 attack for young students and commemorates the lives lost.
Hugh Armstrong Robinson: The Story of Flying Lucky 13. Crossing Time Press, 2023.
Travel back in time with Hugh Armstrong Robinson to learn more about his contributions to aviation history. Robinson performed many first-flight feats and was one of the most successful aviators of his time. His concept for quickly decelerating a plane by catching a cable was so successful it is still used today.
Weaver the Diabetic-Alert Retriever (Therapy Dogs) (Volume 3) 2019.
Weaver is not an ordinary dog, but just how is he special? Discover how Weaver helps his friend and find out about the remarkable work service dogs perform. Weaver the Diabetic-Alert Retriever provides a rhyming text and colorful illustrations to help children understand how service dogs provide care and support.
Ollie the Autism-Support Collie (Therapy Dogs) (Volume 2) 2018.
Ollie is a remarkable dog, but just how is he special? Discover how Ollie helps his friend and what makes him exceptional. Ollie the Autism-Support Collie provides an easy rhyming text and colorful illustrations to help children understand the amazing work therapy dogs perform.
Spice Secret: A Cautionary Diary. Hendersonville, TN: Goldminds Publishing, 2017.
Pepper Kelly was looking forward to finishing high school and going to college. In September of her junior year, she met Jordan, and suddenly her life seemed better than ever–but Pepper had a secret. Almost too late, she learns some secrets should never be kept.
Ruth Law: The Queen of the Air. Crossing Time Press, 2023.
Travel back to 1916 with Ruth Bancroft Law to learn more about the early days of aviation in America. A remarkable pioneer, Law was one of the most daring, courageous, and successful aviators of her time. She set several records and inspired the nation with a bold and historic flight. In the process, she showed the world that women could be influential leaders and superb pilots.
Luella Agnes Owen: Going Where No Lady Had Gone Before. Crossing Time Press, 2023.
Travel back to the late 1800s to learn more about the true adventures of Luella Agnes Owen—a female pioneer in the study of caves. Luella had to overcome many obstacles to reach her goal of becoming a scientist, but she succeeded. She became one of the world’s leading authorities on caves at a time when such a career was unusual for a woman.
Eagle the Legal Beagle. (Therapy Dogs) (Volume 1) Springfield, MO: Kids Book Press Publishing, 2015.
Eagle is not an ordinary dog, but just how is he special? Discover how Eagle helps youngsters in legal settings and find out about the remarkable work therapy animals perform. Eagle the Legal Beagle provides an easy rhyming text and colorful illustrations to help children understand there are people who truly want to hear what they have to say.