Leonard the lizard, Wally the worm, Huxley the hummingbird, and Cleo the cat all have something in common. They think being themselves is just too boring. Each wants to be something else. Something larger and more powerful. Something special.

That’s not all Leonard, Wally, Huxley, and Cleo have in common. The other thing they have in common is…the mirror. Even though they don’t know each other at first, they seem to be on the same path to reality.

One day deep in the forest Leonard, Wally, Huxley, and Cleo finally meet and find themselves face to face with—well—themselves. Thus begins their journey of discovering one of life’s most important lessons. But first, they must lose a part of themselves to find out what that lesson is and what it means to come face to face with The Mirror.

Some say storytelling is a lost art. No, it isn’t. It’s a timeless art. Art that’s been around for centuries. Even before humans could write, storytelling existed in the form of oral storytelling. Information, education, and entertainment are all possible through storytelling.

If we think back to our childhood days, we remember the stories we loved most. The ones we wanted to hear repeatedly. But storytelling isn’t only for children. Adults love listening to a good story just as much. In fact, storytelling is becoming increasingly popular in business settings.

If you’ve ever considered life as a storyteller, this book is for you. If you want to learn more about the art of storytelling because you find it interesting, this book is for you. Or if you simply enjoy a good story, this book is for you.

Life would be so dull without stories. Within these pages, you’ll discover a world that ignites the imagination, tickles the funny bone, and touches the heart of its recipient. Storytelling has a certain power about it. A power that can change the world.

As a storyteller, I hope that at the end of this book you’ll want to learn more about storytelling. That you’ll want to write and tell stories of your own.

Take a walk with me into the world of the storyteller. But beware—you might not want to leave.

When does that place called folly become a place called common sense? Where is it exactly, you ask? If you’re living in a place called folly, you’ll have a hard time finding your way to that place called common sense. Fear not. There is a map.

Within the pages of this book, you’ll find a collection of short stories. Stories that will nudge you closer and closer to a place where you will understand how God’s Word has meaning. A place where God’s Word speaks to every issue, every topic, be they personal, spiritual, or secular. How does that work?

The Bible, written so long ago, couldn’t possibly speak to us today. Too much has changed. Plus, the authors of the Bible were human. Weren’t they? Sure they were. However, as a Christian author, I believe the Bible to be the authoritative written Word of God. From this belief, this book emerged.

Let me show you how our world’s events are intricately woven throughout the Bible. Journey with me to a wonderful place. A place you’ll never want to leave—a place called common sense.

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There’s something curiously mysterious in how God works in our lives. He knows the exact place, time, and moment to disclose His divine revelation—that He’s been helping us all along. When He intervenes, He leaves no room to question His transformational presence, giving us no option but to praise our Heavenly Father.

In this non-fiction collection of short stories, authors share personal testimonies of how they witnessed God using their circumstances to help them overcome obstacles in their lives and the lives of others.

Written by:

Paula Renee Morgan (Author)

Kimberly Dewberry (Author)

Liberty McArtor (Author)

Regina Stone Matthews (Author)

Teresa Wells (Author)

Within the pages of this book, you’ll find a collection of short stories dealing with all sorts of issues. Some funny, some sad, some even controversial. All sure to make you think. Some might make you chuckle a time or two.

Life would be pretty dull without stories. Don’t you think? They spread joy, teach lessons, entertain, and leave behind memories of times gone by. The storyteller opens his heart and shares a piece of it with his audience. The listeners or readers hopefully take away from that story the teller’s promise. And what is that promise? To excite them, to provoke them, to surprise them, and to offer them hope.

This book will do all those things. Each story brings with it a source of hope that no matter what the topic, God’s Word speaks to it. No matter what the era, God’s Word still applies.

Take a chance. Remove those rose-colored glasses and walk on the wild side with me.

I double-dog dare ya!

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Arnold J. Peppercorn really does try to stay out of trouble. It seems like mischief just won’t leave him alone. His best friend, George Spaghetti, can’t seem to make Arnold J. understand that sometimes having a loud personality isn’t such a good thing.

A person might think after the Mulberry Dam accident, the theater caper, and Mr. Quinn, the school principal, catching Arnold J. and George red-handed that Arnold J. might learn to shut the door in the face of mischief.

When Arnold J. pushes his luck too far, he learns that life brings us many lessons and he’s about to learn the biggest lesson of all.

This is a great book to add to your child’s library. Boys and girls alike will love getting to know Arnold J. and his best friend, George Spaghetti.

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If getting your best friends to stop fighting and dealing with Margaret wasn’t hard enough, now Elizabeth finds herself faced with the task of trying to find out who the Wilson Middle School thief is and it won’t be easy. When things around school start disappearing, Elizabeth takes on the challenge of becoming a detective.

She rounds up her friends and tells them her plan to catch the thief. But it’s actually Pappus’ plan. And, like all of Pappus’ plans, it’s a good one. Still, Elizabeth has her doubts that it will work. It seems the thief is just too smart.

When Elizabeth discovers the thief is planning to steal money from the school book fair, it becomes a race against time for Elizabeth and her friends to find out who the thief is before the day of the fair. Then there’s the mystery of the house across the street. What’s with that house anyway? How can Elizabeth possibly solve both mysteries?

I’m a Detective! Elizabeth Marie Hutchinson-When I Dream not only takes the reader on a journey with Elizabeth and her friends to catch the Wilson Middle School thief, but it also provides a lesson in doing the right thing and coming together as a community to help a neighbor in need.

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When Elizabeth Marie Hutchinson met Pappus it turned out to be the best thing that could have ever happened. Now that Pappus helped Elizabeth solve her problem with her best friends, it was time to deal with Margaret Callahan. Only there’s one problem. How does anyone deal with Margaret?

Margaret Callahan is without a doubt the meanest, most conceited, brattiest girl in the entire school. Why did Elizabeth promise Pappus she would try to be friends with Margaret? What had she been thinking? Why would anyone want to be friends with Margaret in the first place?

She couldn’t turn back now. Elizabeth knew that once you made a promise you must keep it. Now was the time to put Pappus’ plan into action. How would she ever keep the plan a secret from her best friends? Although Pappus came through for Elizabeth before, she wasn’t sure he could do it again. Dealing with Margaret seemed beyond impossible. Even for Pappus.

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Being an only child can sometimes be quite adventurous. It can also be a bit lonely at times. Elizabeth Marie Hutchinson-When I Dream is a charming tale of an only child.

Elizabeth is a young girl with a vivid imagination. On rainy days when she’s stuck inside, her imagination takes over. During those times, Elizabeth can enter this magnificent dream world filled with magic—or is it magic?

With no brothers or sisters around to keep her busy, Elizabeth finds that she daydreams a lot. When Elizabeth dreams, she travels to a far-off place. There she meets someone who changes her life forever. His name is Pappus and he becomes a very special friend.

Through his patience, wisdom, and kindness, Pappus teaches Elizabeth the importance of friendship. He also teaches her how to handle her problems, which for Elizabeth, spells Margaret Callahan!

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