It's Raining Gnats and Hogs

The weather report is simple and short: It’s raining cats and dogs… then gnats and hogs… even hardhats and corndogs!

And now there is no weather report – at least not the usual kind with maps and numbers and pastel colors and wiggling arrows.

Instead of telling us how much rain and how long it last, the forecast is a rhyming blast for us to enjoy the rain!

It's All Good!!

Lara Lee loves the farm she lives on with her family. Then she gets to visit her aunt in the big city!

Follow her antics as she experiences both!

It’s All Good!! is a delightful story that celebrates the simple pleasures of childhood, the warmth of family, and the magic found in everyday experiences.

Jack and the Royal Mountaineering Expedition to Shambhala

Jack, a precocious nine-year old adventurer, awakens to discover that her grandfather has already departed on a mountaineering expedition to the lost city of Shambhala deep in the Himalayas.

Sadly, he neglected to bring three key items – his mountaineering goggles, map, and compass. With courage and resolve, Jack follows in the footsteps of her grandfather and the Royal Geographic Expedition.

By train, ship, bi-plane, elephant, and pony, she crosses distant seas and lands to come to the expedition’s aid.

Along the way, Jack encounters historic female explorers of the past who encourage our brave young adventurer on her journey.

Jackson's Harmonica

When a group of teenagers gather for a casual get-together, an unexpected encounter leads to an extraordinary opportunity. Jackson, a charismatic member of the group, proposes an idea that initially meets resistance from some of his friends. However, they eventually decide to give it a chance.As they embark on this new adventure, a delightful young girl captures their hearts and amazes them with her incredible musical talent. Despite the challenges and difficulties they face during rehearsals, the group remains determined to bring their program to life, especially with the addition of their newfound prodigy.With perseverance and a touch of magic from the little girl’s harmonica, the teenagers work together to create something truly special, hoping that their efforts will lead to a successful and unforgettable performance.

Japanese Victory at Midway What If?

The Battle of Midway in June 1942 was the turning point of the war in the Pacific. Most Americans had no idea how close the Japanese came to a victory which could have changed the outcome of the Second World War. This book provides an account of the plans the Japanese had for Hawaii, the West Coast and even the Panama Canal. It examines and weighs up the tough decisions President Roosevelt had to make to protect the Americans living on the West Coast of the United States, and even the landing of June 6, 1944. Any delay of the invasion of France may have given the Germans the time necessary to make progress in the development of weapons of mass destruction.

Jason and Catalina

Once a successful fiction writer, Jason Morrison finds himself in a creative rut, disillusioned with his fast-paced life in Los Angeles. Seeking inspiration, he retreats to a solitary existence amongst the ponderosa pines of northern Arizona. But his quiet new life in Flagstaff soon takes an unexpected turn.

Jason’s breathtaking mountain home affords spectacular views, yet he finds himself drawn to the beautiful neighbor next door, a young woman named Catalina. As romance blossoms between Jason and Catalina, she introduces him to a new spiritual path that gives his life a sense of mission.

Just as Jason is rediscovering his creative passion, his newfound faith faces a grave threat. An ominous danger encroaches on Jason and Catalina, intent on preventing their message from reaching the wider world.

In this tense battle between good and evil, Jason must fight to protect his new community, his rediscovered creativity, and his burgeoning love. Will he and Catalina prevail? Or will sinister forces extinguish their light? As their commitment is put to the test, they discover the transformative power of love and faith.

Jeramiah's Power

Jeramiah loves playing with superpowers! He and his friend Max spend their days in passionate imagination, controlling the world around them.

But with power comes responsibility.  One day, Jeramiah learns to be responsible for his power over other people’s emotions.

The drama of power struggle leads both friends to understand that sharing power leads to more fun, and using real power for good is the most powerful feeling of all!

Jeremiah Shapes Up!

The bell rings to end another day at school but for Jeremiah it is only the beginning of an outrageous adventure in shapes. Jeremiah Shapes Up! is a story that takes the young reader on an exploration of three-dimensional shapes by introducing them through the tantalizing world of narrative fiction.

Children of all ages will make connections with important math concepts as they join Jeremiah on an exploration of geometric solids in the real world. It is an educational adventure that turns an ordinary day into an extraordinary one and leaves the reader in awe about the importance of numbers to the world.

Jesse James in Hell - Book Two

Continuing the epic of the hectored outlaw in the absurd landscape of the afterlife, Jesse James in Hell follows him through the American West searching for a lost treasure in the company of a bitter automaton, a mysterious violinist, the dead founder of a fraternal lodge who has been turned into a cat, and his sarcastic brother Frank. Other characters include Amelia and her baby, the buffoon Joey Turner, and a tribe of insane volunteer firemen. The massacre finale, based on a true story, will keep any reader at the edge of his or her seat consulting the dictionary.

Jocular Jokes and Puckish Puns

Prepare for a proverbial pun-demic of jolly jokes, rib-tickling riddles, and playfully perky puns in this hilarious collection from jokemaster Jim Ertner. Spanning topics from Animal Antics to School Shenanigans to Medical Madness, these witty wordplays and groan-worthy gags will leave you laughing out loud. Ertner takes you on an alphabetical safari of animal puns, shares job jollies and jests, serves up a smorgasbord of food-related funnies, and even delivers a musical medley of melodic mirth.

There are enough puns here to satisfy even the most voracious appetite, covering everything from sports to science to geography. And don’t miss the ‘Knucklehead Knock-Knocks’ – a kooky compendium of ‘Who’s There?’ silliness to keep the chuckles coming. Whether you’re a passionate punster, a joke junkie, or just looking for some wholesome humor, you’ll find plenty to amuse you in this unbeatable collection of comedic cleverness. Puntastic fun for the whole family!

John Henry's Wonderful Marvelous Magical Marshmallows

Penelope Sweetwater Prissily, a beehive-wearing, tantrum-throwing brat, is on a mission to become the ‘Meanest Girl in The World.’ Also known as Petroleum due to her excessive use of hair gel, Penelope, along with her panicky, moth ball-scented mother, Hattie Prissily, is determined to achieve fame and fortune by crafting an illusion of success.

However, their plans are disrupted when a mischievous, street-performing, broom-selling ghost moves into the neighborhood, captivating audiences with unbelievable magical tricks using a mysterious satchel of marshmallows. The ghost’s presence threatens to expose Penelope and Hattie as ordinary and unremarkable, a fate they dread even more than a shortage of hair gel. Determined to uncover the secrets of the ghost’s magical powers, Penelope and her friends, the Cinders, embark on a daring mission to steal the ghost’s bag of marshmallows and follow him into an abandoned train station.

What ensues is a hilarious and thrilling adventure, as the forces of good and evil engage in a climactic battle over the grandeur of dreams and the enchanting power of marshmallows.

Journey to the Pumpkin Patch

Sense the cool, crisp, autumn evening air, the whistling wind that shakes the last of the dry colorful leaves from the nearly bare branches beneath the full moon as you travel across the northeast countryside.

On this spirited journey, the reader is destined for the pumpkin patch. But hold on; along the bumpy, eerie adventure, one hears and sees some spooky sounds in the moonlight, and shadows and creatures of the night greet the reader whimsically.

Through this spooky suspenseful ride, the reader learns to breathe through scary feelings, and leave the pumpkin patch unharmed and empowered to overcome anything again that might go bump in the night. Come along and join the fun!