From the imagination of an Architect, 12 years of sandcastles and the stories that go with them.

The world seems to have figured out the formula for manufacturing material success, but when it comes to finding true, lasting happiness, we are as lost as ever. We yearn for more, or less, or something that’s just different from what we have right now.Deep down, we know there must be satisfaction for our longing. We just don’t know where to find it. In Sandcastle Kings, Rich Wilkerson, Jr. uses four powerful stories from the seventh chapter of Luke to explain why spiritual fulfillment cannot be found in ourselves, in other people, in material things, or even in religion. By studying the stories of the centurion’s faith, the resurrection of the widow’s son, Jesus’ message about John the Baptist, and the anointing by the woman with the alabaster jar, you will be able to face your doubts and insecurities and overcome your anxiety, discontentment, and depression. Wilkerson wants you to understand that the only answer for your spiritual bankruptcy is Jesus and that until you turn to him you will never experience the lasting peace and joy you so desperately crave.

Step inside a sumptuous sandcastle packed with amazing and amusing visual details for a beach day that’s fit for royalty. A young girl loves building sandcastles. But not just any sandcastles. She builds one so big and grand and lovely that all the royals of the world come to visit. There are banquets and balls and tournaments, a greenhouse for cacti, a staircase for skateboarding, and ice cream around the clock. Everyone seems to be having fun, until they discover sand in the royal almond strudel . . . and the fig milk bath . . . and everywhere! With a keen eye for the absurd, author-illustrator Einat Tsarfati invites readers beyond the crocodile moat to explore the intricately detailed, increasingly wild festivities that echo the arc of a day at the beach, from euphoria to gritty discomfort. The diverse cast of regal guests, from a Rapunzel-esque princess in pj’s and unicorn slippers to a pair of knights playing badminton, is just as inspired. A visual treat of a tale, Sandcastle opens the doors to a world by the sea where wit and imagination reign.

This book is an example of applying the proven principles of Therapeutic writing found on www.therapeutic-writing.co.uk . Everyone can write, especially their own story. Have you thought about writing your story? Do you have memories from your past that keep influencing your present? You don’t need to be a prolific writer or even a writer at all, to benefit from writing therapy. The past if not dealt with clearly can have negative influence on the present and the future. Not all of us have access to or can afford professional counsellors to have one to one sessions about what happened in the past that wound us. Through therapeutic reflective writing, we can begin to invite a deeper truth to surface. All you need is a piece of paper, a pen, and the motivation to write. Choose the format you wish to write: • An expressive reflective biography • A poem • A letter to specific individuals If you feel still stuck in your past to some degree, and find influences from your past constantly affecting your present decisions and choices in life, why not try therapeutic writing about it. You do not have to publish your story. You can choose animosity, and I will guarantee you absolute confidentiality over a secure online portal. Together we will explore the lessons and outcomes around your story, cry together, pray and laugh together. All on a secure safe, online platform with no deadlines to publish. Therapeutic writing is a tool that can help you make sense of the past, explore current experiences, and make plans to experience life through a healthier perspective. This book is the second of my application of therapeutic writing. Sandcastles: Hiding ugly scars explores the mindset during a brief but painful broken marriage and bad choices. It also explores how my childhood influenced on decision-making and the consequences. This follows Sandcastles: Revealing Beautiful Scars which dealt with how I processed being involved in an accident, having eight repeated surgeries, physical visible wounds, pain, and eventually being healed. Therapeutic writing is not about writing pretty sentences that are grammatically correct. There is value in writing to gain a stronger, clearer, and healthier understanding of one’s self and experiences. Through writing, one can observe cause and effect and understand patterns that might be holding you back. Why not try using therapeutic writing to ask yourself the right tough questions? Get in touch and let`s begin you journey of writing to find healing and restoration. Email: [email protected] Website WWW.therapeutic-writing.co.uk

In ""Sandcastle,"" a captivating YA fantasy, sixteen-year-old Mira discovers her extraordinary ability to communicate with sea creatures, thrusting her into a hidden world of magical intrigue. As nightly crab battles unfold around a mysterious sandcastle, Mira learns of an ancient prophecy that ties her to the fate of warring crustacean clans. Alongside her skeptical friend Kai and a wise hermit crab named Coral, she embarks on a thrilling journey to uncover the truth behind a powerful stolen pearl and prevent an all-out war that threatens both the crab and human worlds. Set in a quaint coastal town where the ordinary and magical intertwine, this enchanting tale weaves together underwater adventures, moonlit expeditions, and the everyday challenges of teenage life. As Mira navigates treacherous beach politics and deciphers cryptic shellfish riddles, she must also confront her own insecurities and a looming human threat. The story explores themes of belonging, environmental stewardship, and the power of empathy, all while bringing the beach ecosystem to life in surprising and imaginative ways. With its unique blend of coming-of-age narrative and coastal magic, ""Sandcastle"" invites readers to see familiar shorelines through a lens of wonder and mystery.

With the help of an enchanted song, three children enter a sand castle on the beach in Malibu and find themselves in a strange adventurous world of multiple realities, where nothing is what it seems. This fantasy novel is geared toward younger readers, whose imaginations and perceptions will be challenged by the fanciful world presented within the pages of Once Upon a Sandcastle. Once Upon a Sandcastle also includes discussion questions meant to further engage the reader. Look for the upcoming adventures of Savannah and the Quartz Hill kids in the near future. Enjoy!