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Atomic Sunset Has Landed!

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Atomic Sunset Has Landed!

This is an adult mystery title (writing as J.G.Macdonald) I’m thrilled to announce thatĀ Atomic Sunset is officially live! This book has been a labor of love (and mystery… and maybe a touch of radioactive soda). It’s set in a strange little desert town along Route 66, where the sunsets are suspicious, the locals are quirky, and there’s definitely something humming under the surface.If you enjoy cozy mysteries with a retro twist — think coyote footprints, motel gossip, and government secrets — I hope you’ll check it out.It’s available now in Kindle and paperback, with the audiobook hopefully not far behind.Thanks...

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Stranger Than Weird: The Billy Smudge Experiment

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Stranger Than Weird: The Billy Smudge Experiment

Don't miss this hilarious cartoon adventure for kids 8 to 12 years old. Middle school will never be the same. Billy Smudge and his best friend Shamus McNutt think theirĀ  science teacher is living a double life and that after school, he's a mad scientist.Ā  Stranger Than Weird will be sure to delight even the most reluctant readers.Ā 

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Ten Little Happies! Self soothing with feel-good memories!

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Ten Little Happies! Self soothing with feel-good memories!

Kids!Ā Whenever you feel sad or blue, just reach into your memory where the Happies live! Everyone has Happies. It might be a flower, or a bird, or it might be a sandcastle that you built on a beach. Maybe it’s a gold sticker you received for doing something special. Happies are always there when you need them.Ten Little HappiesĀ teaches little ones to focus on happy thoughts to help relieve anxiety or fear.Kids Can't Sleep?Ā Thinking happy thoughts before sleep will help children to become less fearful.How Many Happies Can You Count?Ā Children love to make a game of counting their Happies. Encourage...

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BESTSELLER! JANE'S JEANS by Janice Garden Macdonald

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BESTSELLER! JANE'S JEANS by Janice Garden Macdonald

From the bestselling author of The Red Sweater comes another tale for kids 2 to 6. Jane has some ideas about how to dress and what to wear and that means JEANS! So, whenĀ  her mother suggests she wear a frilly dress to visit her Grandma, Jane must think quick. You can’t climb a tree in a dress, or ride a skateboard in a dress, she pleads. Mom gently reminds Jane that she is loved, no matter what she wears. She is much more than her clothes. Jane’s scruffy little dog has his own idea of what to do with...

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Best Traditional Family Values Books for Kids 2-6

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Best Traditional Family Values Books for Kids 2-6

Celebrate Thanksgiving with Heartwarming Stories: A Must-Have Book for Kids Ages 2 to 6 As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to gather with loved ones, reflect on our blessings, and, of course, share the joy of reading with our little ones. This year, set the perfect mood for family gatherings with a delightful book that embodies the warmth of family life and the spirit of gratitude. We proudly present "Sunday" by Janice Garden Macdonald, available on Amazon through BackPackBooks.ca. Discover the Joy of Family with "Sunday" In "Sunday," a charming tale unfolds...

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