Books published by Bellissima

This is the second book written especially for kids by teacher, Leah Finley, and the teacher mysteries continue with a very surprise ending! Can you guess what it is? (Don't read the last page first, or it may spoil the story for you!)Two best friends have similar experiences with their teachers, even though one of them lives in New York and the other lives in San Francisco, practically on opposite sides of the world, or at least on opposite sides of the continent!What is it about the magic, sparkling eyes that instill confidence and success? Why have these boys been chosen for this very special experience? Perhaps author Leah Finley knows something she isn't yet ready to tell us. You will just have to read this book, The One And Only Mr. C. to find out just how much she is willing to reveal and share.Are we alone in this universe, or are there visitors who come from other planets to help us find our way? Is this the true mystery of our time, or are there other mysteries out there just waiting to be discovered?

Deena Moustafa, PhD, writes her second book for Bellissima Publishing, LLC. If you or a loved one suffer from any of the various types of depression, this is a very thorough discussion of the subject that you must read. And the most important thing about this discussion is that if you suffer or have suffered from depression of any kind, or if a friend or relative is suffering from depression, or if you are merely wondering if you or a friend or relative might be suffering from depression, this book answers all your questions; and you discover that what you and/or your friend or relative is doing (and how you or your loved one happens to be behaving ) is very normal for this illness. In discovering that, it is easier to cope with and to understand depression and where it could possibly lead. That said, probably the most significant mention in this book is the concept of suicide and how you can prevent it simply by listening and by paying attention to yourself and to others and by being aware of what depression is and where it could take you if left untreated.Bellissima is all about bringing to light important topics, and this title is no different. You may also be interested in reading Deena Moustafa's book, "You are Not Alone-A Message To Parents Of Children With Autism." And please look for even more books from this wonderful, caring and sensitive author, Deena Moustafa, PhD, because she has always has something to say and always has a very important message!

"Brushing Away the Tears" paints a portrait of a life lived with andtaken by AIDS. It is the true story of Christopher Colt's journeythrough HIV/AIDS, and it is told in his own words, through hisjournals and letters, and through the journals and letters of hismother. The entries begin in 1989 when Christopher was diagnosedwith HIV and ends a few months before his death in 1992 at age39. A budding artist, Christopher details the heartbreaking fear ofknowing that his time is limited and that his life is more than likelycoming to an end. The footnote narrative is provided byChristopher's sister, Debbie Wilson, who holds a BA in journalism.The subject of AIDS has been written about numerous times from amedical standpoint, but few times from the victim's view."Brushing Away the Tears," written in these firsthand accounts,stimulates the curiosity of those who wish to probe the verypersonal side of coping with a terminal illness.Christopher was a radiant star whose spirit lives on through his artand whose story will inspire others to "live like you are dying."This book speaks to the social stigma of AIDS without preaching ormalice and seeks to put a face on AIDS. The face is that of a manin the prime of his life, someone who is loved by his family andwho has friends and colleagues. His story is tragic, but in the midstof the narrative of terrible physical pain and tremendous fear, thereis humor in the writing and in the business of everyday living.The title "Brushing Away the Tears" is derived from Christopher'spassion as an artist. Every life is painted with the artistic hand ofGod, and Christopher's life was no different. He just lived his lifedifferently, and sometimes difference is good, especially if thatdifference is family and love.

Having good manners is a very good thing, and having excellent manners is even better. Use these funny little poems to help you remember to always use your very best manners.The main thing to remember about good manners is that you should never do anything to hurt yourself or others or to hurt the property of another; and if you do that, then the rest is simply window dressing.All that aside, it is time to bring civility back into our lives, and this begins with the children. Penelope Dyan gently reminds us with her fun drawings and poetry that there are some things we should not forget, even if they seem like pomp and circumstance. And if you can remember the little things, then the big things simply fall into place. Besides, good manners are fun, and your good manners make others feel good.Knowing how to set a table is not a necessity, but knowing which fork to use is a sign of good breeding; and there is a simple trick anyone can use to do that! So why not have excellent manners? And then everyone will just feel absolutely excellent!Penelope Dyan is the award winning writer, author of ¿Surfer Girl,¿ best teen book at both the 2008 New York Book Festival and the 2008 Hollywood Book festival, recognized by Girls Voices In Literature Database, Miami University Florida, and number five in the top ten Australian Pukeke Top ten list for early teens. Penelope Dyan's "A Book For Girls About Being A Girl," is also rated number 3 in the top 10 Pukeke poetry books list for ages 5-9, proving again that you can't go wrong with a Bellissima book!

Seventeen year old Summer is off to the 10K Olympic Trials! She's very excited that she even qualified! She thought the trials were going to be based on pool times alone, and then (much to her surprise) she ended up qualifying for the Grand Prix 10K (the qualifier for the trials) at the 5 mile double Waikiki swim, and when she swam Grand Prix she qualified for the trials! But all was not fun and games for Summer. She had problems with one of her college professors, and her coach and the college she was going to was way too controlling. Summer was a free spirit and the school her pool coach had helped her get into was just not working out for her. Summer has another adventure in Florida when she goes to the trials. This time the adventure involves a boy and an alligator, and Summer becomes a Floridian hero! (Or shall we say Floridian heroine?)Summer comes home only to be faced with more things that she doesn't need in her life right now, but Phillip is there; and she does her best with the cards that have been dealt her. This is the eighth book in the Surfer Girl Book Series by Penelope Dyan, and Summer continues to fulfill her legacy as she pursues her dreams. Summer is (and remains) an ordinary girl with an extraordinary life!Penelope Dyan's 'Surfer Girl,' the first book in this series, was the winner of the best teen book at the 2008 New York Book Festival and was also the winner of the best teen book at the 2008 Hollywood Book Festival. 'Surfer Girl' is recognized by the Girls Voices In Literature Database, Miami University Florida. The cover illustration on 'Summer Surfs The Olympic Trials' is the creation of teen artist, Courtney Quinn.

College life can be intimidating, and it can also be the best time of your life! It isn't so much about the big things that makes life interesting; it's more about the little things that lead a person towards real independence and toward adulthood that makes life interesting. It's about a thousand small choices and a thousand big choices, no-it's about much more than that.This is Tyler's story, about the very best of times and the very worst of times. It's about how one boy grew into manhood and made his way in the world, and it's about much more than that.This is a story you will not be able to put down, and in it you may even find yourself. If a book can be a mirror of a single slice of life, and if you are looking for a book that will make you smile, remember and think, or (for those younger readers ) give you a peek into what a growing up into the adulthood of your future may hold, you should read this book. In fact, for you this book should be required reading! This is a Bellissima Publishing, LLC must read! Jason Rider fans should get ready for a wonderful book.

'Parthian Karma' by Jack Adler is the third book in the trilogy of the story of Kyra and Larius, a brother and sister born in First Century AD who are taken from their Parthian home when their parents are killed in battle by a roman soldier and are then made wards of Rome. Because they are of noble birth, they are not made slaves of Rome and they live a comfortable life until a series of events that thrust them into turmoil causing them to flee the Roman Empire.The saga of Kyra and Larius continues as the brother and sister seek home and sanctuary, experiencing the full flavor of new and different cultures in their search. Parthian Karma is a colorful and exciting tale filled with suspense and intrigue.The other two books in this Jack Adler trilogy are 'Parthian Retreat, The Road To Seres', and 'Seres Sanctuary'. All three books are available in both soft cover and hardcover editions and are Ingram listed.

Two young Parthians, brother and sister, are caught up in the great rivalry between Rome and Parthia in Asia Minor during first century A.D.. At that time Parthia was Rome's greatest enemy, fightng over land as well as trade routes to Seres, land of silk. Larius and Kyra become wards of Rome when their father, a Parthian nobleman, is killed in battle. In order to save his sister from slavery and possibly worse, Larius is caught up in political intrigue when he agrees to become a spy for his would-be benefactor, the Roman procurator, Publius. From this point on things become more complicated for both Kyra and Larius. As their lives intertwine with history, they experience the good and the bad. Most of all, they survive, heroic and strong.Jack Adler is a widely published author who teaches UCLA extension classes in Journalism and writing.