I grew up a middle child, in a small college town in Alabama. We were poor but proud. I managed to work my through college and after moving to northwest Indiana, completed some graduate school. History/Political Science has always been my safe haven, my interest, those subjects intrigued me. I write to ease the pains of life. I write to inspire but mainly to start conversations. I believe that people grown up, not down physically and mentally. This small book allows me to hold hands with you, to garner understanding, to build, to help others and ultimately, to make our America a much better place. Thanks for your support, watch the results of your support.

This short story is about a beautiful seductive and radiant young lady that I call my fictional beautiful butterfly, that I watched over from the deep dark shadows, distant and invisible to all. She is hunted and pursued by all men because of her beauty and amazingly tight body, only to be captured and shown off as a trophy or conquest. I was enlisted by the gods to protect this creature because man only sees a beautiful young lady not what she really is, a goddess.

It's hard to be Velma, the littlest Gratch, entering the first grade. That's because everyone has marvelous memories of her two older sisters, who were practically perfect first graders. Poor Velma—people can barely remember her name. But all that changes on a class trip to the magnificent Butterfly Conservatory—a place neither of her sisters has ever been. When a monarch roosts on Velma's finger and won't budge for days . . . well, no one will forget Velma ever again. Acclaimed and bestselling illustrator Kevin Hawkes and author Alan Madison celebrate everything butterfly—from migration to metamorphosis. Watch as Velma Gratch metamorphosizes from a timid first grader into a confident young scientist!

In this beautiful nonfiction biography, a Robert F. Sibert Medal winner, the Newbery Honor–winning author Joyce Sidman introduces readers to one of the first female entomologists and a woman who flouted convention in the pursuit of knowledge and her passion for insects. One of the first naturalists to observe live insects directly, Maria Sibylla Merian was also one of the first to document the metamorphosis of the butterfly. Richly illustrated throughout with full-color original paintings by Merian herself, The Grew Who Drew Butterflies will enthrall young scientists. Bugs, of all kinds, were considered to be “born of mud” and to be “beasts of the devil.” Why would anyone, let alone a girl, want to study and observe them? The Girl Who Drew Butterflies answers this question. Booklist Editor’s Choice Chicago Public Library Best of the Year Kirkus Best Book of the Year Bulletin Blue Ribbon Book Junior Library Guild Selection New York Public Library Top 10 Best Books of the Year

About the Book In this contemplative text, one woman confronts the many unknowns of her inner life, attempting to rectify the external with her internal world. Boldly facing the challenge of self-reflection and atonement of one’s mistakes, this stream-of-consciousness narrative invites the reader to enter a space of growth, discovery, and hope. About the Author Anastasia Akbulut was born in Istanbul, Turkey. She currently resides in Brooklyn, New York.

Join us on a journey towards redemption as we explore the depths of our emotions and the lessons they can teach us. Through moments of tragedy and joy, we invite you to look within and discover the hidden beauty within yourself. Along the way, we’ll find moments of levity and introspection that will leave you feeling inspired and ready for self-discovery. Discover how old tragedies and ghosts can sometimes be the most beautiful blessings in disguise! So come along for the ride and get ready to be transformed by the power of introspection and self-reflection.

“I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. ...As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing.” John 15:1, 4-5 NKJV Like the unhappy caterpillar in I AM A WORM ...Or Am I? we often try to change ourselves but fail. We can become downtrodden when we don’t see lasting results. It is only when we turn to God and put our trust in Him, that we experience true change. Follow along in this delightful allegory as the caterpillar meets a butterfly who offers hope for a new life. Drawn to a mysterious vineyard, he learns the challenging lessons of faith. The vinedresser tends the branches in this special vineyard and brings about glorious change, for an abundant harvest!