by Stacy Juba
Dawn stared at her friend’s innocent, hopeful expression. She couldn’t believe these words were coming from Jamie, after everything that had happened. Rising, she watched the ocean swallow up the sand down below. "Sorry, Jamie, but no. I’m visiting my grandparents on Christmas vacation. I need to sort out the good and bad things that Serina taught us. I can’t teach you when I have so much to learn myself."
"I guess I’ll just have to learn on my own then." There was something about Jamie’s smile, childlike yet curiously empty. A breeze stirred the hair on Dawn’s neck, carrying a hint of rose perfume.
Dawn shivered.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Stacy Juba, a former award-winning journalist, has authored books for adults, teens, and children. She has written about high school hockey players, reality TV contestants targeted by a killer, teen psychics who control minds, teddy bears learning to raise the U.S. flag, and lots more.
Her titles include the adult mystery novels Twenty-Five Years Ago Today and Sink or Swim, the young adult paranormal thriller Dark Before Dawn, and the young adult family hockey novel Face-Off. She is also the author of the children's picture books The Flag Keeper and the Teddy Bear Town Children's E-Book Bundle. Visit her website for One Stop Reading for Adults, Teens and Children.
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More Books From Stacy Juba:
25 Years in the Rearview Mirror: 52 Authors Look Back - Inspired by Stacy's novel Twenty-Five Years Ago Today, this collection of poignant and uplifting essays is the perfect book to enjoy over your morning coffee. The stories will warm your heart, raise your spirits and compel you to examine your own life. Read about school days, quirky jobs, romance, raising a family, hard times, the writing journey, and find out what makes your favorite characters tick. Contributing writers include New York Times bestselling, USA Today bestselling, and award-winning.
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Face-Off - Brad’s twin brother T.J. has gotten himself out of the fancy prep school his father picked for him and into the public high school Brad attends. Now T.J. is a shining new star on the hockey team where Brad once held the spotlight. And he’s testing his popularity with Brad’s friends, eyeing Brad’s girl and competing to be captain of the team. The whole school is rooting for a big double-strength win…not knowing that their twin hockey stars are heating up the ice for a winner takes all face-off. Recommended by the Hockey Hall of Fame Junior Education Program and originally published when Stacy was a teenager.
The Flag Keeper - Elizabeth may be a little bear, but she treats the American flag with big respect. After Dad leaves for a trip, Elizabeth pledges to raise the flag all by herself and follow all of the flag etiquette rules that her father has taught her. However, her dad never told her what to do if the flag gets dirty or the police show up. Teaches children about U.S. flag etiquette through an illustrated fiction story, flag facts, activity idea and discussion questions.
Teddy Bear Town Children's E-Book Bundle - Three complete picture books, featuring whimsical illustrations of teddy bears. Your children can learn about the U.S. flag code in the The Flag Keeper, discover how a determined bear overcomes her fear of loud noises in Victoria Rose and the Big Bad Noise, and watch young Jenny take the first steps toward independence in Sticker Shoes. For ages 3-8. All in one bargain-priced download.
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