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The Secret Zoo The Secret Zoo, written with imagination and charm, will appeal to young people and adults alike. Filled with adventure, Noah, Ella and Ritchie must overcome obstacles in their search for Noah's missing sister, Megan. As they travel with their heroes from their ordinary residential neighborhood or Clarkstown, to their local zoo, to the lush City of Species, to the Dark Lands, children will want to read this book again and again. This is the kind of book whose appeal will last from one generation to the next. To purchase and for information, click here or visit major booksellers online . |
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"This book, which is the first of a series, is a fast-paced mix of mystery and fantasy. There is enough action and suspense to keep the most reluctant reader entertained while simultaneously emphasizing the importance of friendship and teamwork. It promises to be the beginning of a popular series." “Bryan Chick … easily bridges the gap from mystery to fantasy … [and] masterfully transforms simple animals into magical creatures.… This fast-paced novel will appeal to both youthful and mature readers." Click here to read the entire review. "The Secret Zoo is an extraordinary story. The author’s use of language and story elements will ensure that I use it to exemplify the six traits of writing with my students.… I strongly believe that this is one of the best, if not the best, recently published book for middle readers that I have read in a long time!" "A modern-day fantasy adventure packed cover to cover with wide-eyed wonder.” |
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| "Jill Ronsley exceeded
my expectations in her substantive edit of my novel, The Secret
Zoo. Jill's
strongest abilities are, I believe, rooted in her unwavering attention
to detail. From structuring sentences to suggesting adjustments to plot
or characters, her advice and changes to The Secret Zoo always
enhanced the readability and strengthened the story. An excellent writer,
Jill is in touch with the nuances of language and knows how to tighten
writing to have it read more cleanly, effectively,
and gracefully.
She does
all this while maintaining the author's unique voice. Working with Jill, I
sensed that she realized
the passion that went into writing The Secret Zoo, and she not
only respected that, she honored it. Jill was
always available and answered emails more promptly than any other trade professional
that I've worked with. I would highly recommend Jill's services to everyone interested in having their
work edited. I hold exceptionally high standards and was delighted when Jill
surpassed them. I will undoubtedly work with Jill on future projects." – Bryan Chick |
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| Kayak Reef: Eye of the Arctic by Bradley J. Stewart In 1888, an Inuit girl named Myauka, lover of Arctic wildlife, falls
in love with a sailor from a passing ship. When she mysteriously disappears
from her village, her story becomes legend. Did she run away to pursue
true love, mocking her family and people, or was she captured by marauders?
In 2007, Geoff, a teenager living just south of the Canadian Arctic,
continues his family tradition of prowling the far north, protecting
animals from poachers. He and his companions, Tommi, Lee and Kalan, travel
through a battleground that crosses his world and Myauka's to solve the
mystery. |
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"I never thought I
would describe a ghost story mystery as "heart-warming," but
that's exactly what Kayak Reef is! A great adventure, a fun read, with
a surprise twist at the end." |
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"From the inception of this incredible adventure/mystery I was hooked! The author, Bradley Stewart, illuminates the importance of protecting wildlife in our ever growing fragile world. But more than that, young Geoff demonstrates confidence & teaches people of all ages the value of never giving up, no matter how difficult things may get. It also gives the reader a sense of how the Inuit in Canada's far North are protecting wildlife in their ever changing world. "I particularly love Bradley Stewart's writing style and how he weaves the story of a hundred year Arctic legend and the lives of two Inuit boys. He makes it easy to visualize the characters and everything as it happens in this uplifting adventure. I surely hope it is one day made into a movie! |
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| "Jill, I am very grateful for
the cover design and interior you developed for Kayak
Reef. I must say, the ingenious editing was even
more overwhelming. Great job! You are an example of integrity, not only
in the way this book's timely schedule was completed, but in
your dedication to me, a customer. Thank you." – Bradley J. Stewart (kayakreef.com) |
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Billie's
World Eleven-year-old
Billie Louise Kramer’s year in sixth grade is unforgettable. Billie
has a made crush on the most popular boy in school. She struggles in
math class, excels in singing and tries to figure out which girls are
really her friends. The challenges of her first year in middle school
form the backdrop of a critical situation at home. Her parents present
her with some shocking news that rocks Billie’s world. |
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"Being
from a divorced family, this book touched me in so many ways. If there
was to be a positive spin on something as negative as divorce - this
is it! I wish I had such a book growing up - it teaches you to look
at what good could come out of a bad situation." "The reader
experiences Billie’s remarkable spirit and applauds her personal
victories … Billie’s World is a glowing debut novel written
for ages 9–12.” |
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| Rising Star by Cari Gelber Most teens love music and celebrities, but sixteen-year-old Manhattanite Nikki Bellinger is not satisfied with just dreaming about them. She wants more than her humdrum high school classes and modest school newspaper column—and she wants it now. With determination, cleverness and a bit of luck, Nikki evolves from a typical student into a serious entrepreneur and music business industry phenomenon, as she represents the pop rock band, Long Story Short, from its anonymous starting days to stardom. Available at Rising Star and Amazon.com. |
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| "Working with Jill
was an incredible experience. She guided me through the first draft of
my manuscript and made it sound like the final draft. She offered advice
and expertise that shaped my writing and made it professional." – Cari Gelber, author |
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