Books published by Lang Verhaal Company

By and large, Amanda Keane, makes pretty good decisions. Okay, she might not have the best taste in men, but she's got great friends, a good job, and an independent spirit. That is, until her 30th birthday ushers in a whirlwind romance with a sexy Irish musician who leaves her, not at the altar as she imagined, but accidentally pregnant. And when he disappears, she's downsized out of a job, her apartment is robbed, and lapsed health insurance coverage leaves her with a C-section to pay for, Amanda is launched headfirst into the life of a broke single mom. But her friend and uber successful ob-gyn, Joy, clues her into an unlikely temp position with one of Chicago's celebrity elite that just may be the answer to all her woes. Or could it be just the beginning?It's with serious trepidation that Amanda embarks on her surprisingly lucrative new career: underground wet nurse to the offspring of Chi-town's rich and famous. Amanda must quickly understand how to live at the whims and mercy of the one percent as she deals with the irony of nursing - and loving - someone else's child, while still making ends meet for her own daughter. And then there's Cute Daycare Dad (aka Dan), who's obviously interested in her. But can she afford to tell him what she really does for a living? Is her new job (something she thought went out with the 19th Century) a shameful thing? Just another way of selling her body? Or does it have something to teach her after all?A novel of motherhood, its many demands, and all the little triumphs along the way, MILKED is a warm and witty debut about making tough choices and traveling the roundabout road to happiness.

As Fletcher the Unicorn leaves the Island of Maloo to visit his great aunt, he learns the hard truth about the real world: unicorns aren't seen unless someone already believes in them. Fortunately for Fletcher, the captain of the ship believes in unicorns and is willing to help. But Fletcher becomes impatient and tries to dress up as other animals to make friends with the crew of the ship. Follow along as Fletcher discovers what happens when he tries to be a sheep, dog, and especially a pig as well as why it's better to just be yourself when making new friends. This insightful book will become a favorite during reading time for all young children!

On a tropical island in the middle of the ocean lives Swithins the Elephant who learns about the wonders of Santa Claus. Determined to have Kris Kringle visit his home in Maloo, Swithins prepares for Christmas Day and Jolly Ol' St. Nick's arrival. But will his friends convince him that Santa isn't real? Illustrated by the author, The Elephant Who Believes in Santa Claus, is a delightful experience of belief that will become a Christmas tradition for any family. Each page will help educate and entertain children as they learn about Santa alongside Swithins' friends, and includes opportunities for everyone to find out what our favorite elephant really wanted for Christmas.