Books published by MindStir Media

A JOURNEY AND TRIALS OF RAISING A SPECIAL NEEDS SON.Over the years Gina has witnessed God's hands in everything and some true miracles along the way. With her husband by her side they have walked a road many take for granted. A woman that has been blessed by her son but, still struggling to find balance of keeping her son alive.

A boy named Tim is invited to the King's castle. He makes the long journey by himself, excited to meet the King and His Son, only to find that a Dragon name Sin is blocking the way. Who can save him now?

Harold! There goes that spider! See, he is running on the floor! That spider has to go. He cannot live here anymore!!! Oh, no! Beth looks very, very angry. What has A.R. Achnid done now? Well, before A.R. got into big trouble with Beth, he had a lot of wonderful adventures. There are ten different adventures in this book. There is the time he went to the circus and rode on a balloon, and then had some shoo fly pie. Another day, A.R. and Rex (a Great Dane, who is A.R.'s best friend) decided to walk all the way into town, and they had such a wonderful time. Then, A.R. and his family went to New York City for the biggest craft fair ever (which was for spiders only), plus many, many other adventures. Unfortunately, in the tenth story, A.R.'s current living situation is going to need an adjustment. Something changes in the lives of Harold and Beth (the humans) that will make things very difficult for A.R. Come along with A.R. for some fun, and find out what small bundle will cause problems for A.R. and his family. As A.R. says, "Spiders rule!"

In 1989 an idea called Lucy's Dream began, inspired by the brilliance of Dr. Suess and the vision of Salvador Dali. By 1995 Lucy's Dream had evolved from a simple acrylic painting to a multidimensional story line. By replacing brushes and paint with paper and cutting knives, Lucy's Dream stand-alone style had arrived. Its brilliant illustrative color with its deceptive 3-D quality engaged viewers. After the initial introduction to the world in 1995 Lucy's Dream went into hibernation for over 20 years. In mid-2014 Lucy's Dream resurfaced and has now begun its come back. Lucy's Dream is about every creative inspiration within us. Everyone has a vision, a goal and a dream. Begin your journey with Lucy's Dream.

Sammy the Dump Truck is a simple, children's story, presented in both English and Spanish geared toward the beginning reader. Sammy is a caring and generous dump truck that shows his kindness to the children in his community. The children adore Sammy for his thoughtfulness, and in return for his kindness, show him gratitude and love. The author, Nancy Weitzel, created this sweet, endearing children's story with the help of her sons. Their vivid imaginations and love of the beach, and their community, brought Sammy to life each night at bedtime. The author lives in Aptos, California, with her husband and 2 sons. In celebration of Sammy's beachside home, the Cement Ship at Seacliff State Beach, can be seen in the background illustrations. Sammy, el camión volquete es una sencilla historia, en inglés y en español, dirigida a niños que se inician en la lectura. Sammy es un camión volquete, amable y generoso, que se preocupa por los niños de su comunidad. Los pequeños, por su parte, adoran a Sammy y le corresponden con amor y gratitud. La autora, Nancy Weitzel, creó está adorable y tierna historia con la ayuda de sus hijos. La vivida imaginación de sus pequeños, su amor por la playa y por su comunidad, lograron que Sammy se convirtiera en algo real todas las noches a la hora de dormir. La autora vive en Aptos, California, con su esposo y sus dos hijos. Para homenajear el hogar de Sammy, a la orilla de la playa, se puede ver el Cement Ship en Seacliff State Beach como fondo de las ilustraciones.

This story is about a little boy who is fascinated by fire trucks. Throughout his early life, he has dreams about the adventures at the station and the exciting life of a firefighter. The little boy holds his dreams close until one day they become a reality.

Marie travels around the world in search of a sandwich all while learning about different cultures, geography, and food.

A gift of gold? I wonder what this could be. Did Sarah Bella's parents give her gold bars for her future? Did they give her a picture that was as good as gold? Sometimes gold isn't all about money, it is about the things that mean very much to us and how we put that to use. It is about doing something that means a lot to you, even if others laugh at you and think that you are very strange. Sarah Bella had courage to do what she wanted, and, in the end, she was so glad that she did.

Lainey is a smart, funny, and lovable little girl, who like any other inquisitive young child, likes to ask questions. In this story Lainey wants to know about Love so her parents use the Best source they know, The B.I.B.L.E, to teach her this important principle based on scripture. Lainey thinks of her own examples of how to show love as the scripture is read. Can you think of some different examples of how to show love in an extraordinary way each day?

Irianna is a very loving and caring little girl that adores her mommy. She wants to be just like her mommy when she grows up, but it is very difficult to fill Mommy's shoes. Irianna is on an adventure to find her talent, because she knows deep down there is a treasure inside of her.

Maddie is a fun-loving dolphin who really wants to go to the moon. Come and join her as she tries different ways to get there!

Maddy Morphis is an enchanting story about a caterpillar who is blown about in a violent storm. Suddenly she is struck by lightning and changed into a unique creature that can undo harmful situations involving children. Her magical powers can restore them to their good nature and assist them with making good choices. The message in this story is to stay drug free.

Ryan is a young man, eager to share the happy memories of a visit to the seashore with his sister, Emma. The six-day visit with Uncle Ed still influences his life. The days were filled with fun, adventure and learning. An appreciation for the unending wonders of the seashore is the gift Ryan offers in Spindrift Memories.

Where else but the Florida Keys can you find so much natural beauty and so much craziness all mixed together to make for a story full of mystery, romance, suspense, and friendship? Dead Man's Fingers is just that plus a whole lot more. Powell Taylor and his best friend, Captain Limbo, are back, trying to cope with the strange death of Powell's beloved Dawn Landry when a bizarre twist of events requires their full attention and sends their combined bank of contacts into action. From the greedy but lovable Charlie Switzer to the despicable Hilda Tucker, the characters will make you laugh out loud as you find yourself cheering for the most unlikely of heroes. Sea burials, Viagra, body parts in fish guts, frivolous lawsuits and a strong thread of loyalty among friends make for a feel good read that will leave you ready for the next chapter. Take this wild ride from Miami to Cudjoe Key, to Key West, the Dry Tortugas and even Havana for a journey that includes plenty of unexpected entanglements.

Ann is a little girl who questions her Grandma many times. She loves to spend time at her Grandparents cabin on the lake. One special summer, Ann is intrigued by a family of fascinating Loons. Her Grandparents and Ann have fun observing the Loons throughout the summer months. Read Have You Seen Lola and Larry Loon? to find what Ann learns about this Loon family. P. S. Dragonflies live near lakes, look for the dragonfly on each page of the book.

The Alphabet Experience with the Letter A is the first installment of a series of books that will help children learn about the letter A, its pictures, and words that will broaden the imagination. In addition, this book will give each reader important things to remember about the Letter A. This book will help to start an important foundation that will open the gateway for learning to read.

This is a story about two Shepherd children's search for the new born baby Jesus. The Story begins with a traveling story teller predicting the birth of Jesus in the nearby town of Bethlehem. The children decide to travel to Bethlehem to find the baby. They think that they can see the baby and return to their camp without their parents ever knowing that they were gone.The Children start off and before long are lost, cold and hungry. They fall asleep and are kidnapped by two ruffians who intend to sell them to slavers. The parents discover the children are gone and begin a frantic search but with no results. Meanwhile one of the slavers has a change of heart and lets the children go. Once freed they continue their search for the baby Jesus.The story takes a surprising turn and ends with the children seeing the baby Jesus and the parents finding their children. This is a unique and different Christmas story and has all of the elements to make its reading an annual Christmas tradition to be enjoyed by generations of children...and their parents.

Follow along with Faith and her caterpillar friend, Bonita, as they learn that although change might be scary it often leads to a new and wonderful world. Faith hops to yet another adventure in her Faith a Leapin' series. In this third installment in the series you'll discover all about change.

JUST LIKE GULLIVER shares the adventure of a young groundhog who is frightened of his shadow until a fun-fi lled journey through the woods and farms surrounding his burrow allows him to discover his courage on Groundhog Day.

Tanja Huston is a wife, mother, speaker, author and cancer survivor who has a renewed look on life. Tanja makes a difference in the lives of children by sharing hope and faith through storytelling. Through the eyes of children, life's challenges are not always easy to understand. But, through Tanja's books, children find hope for a better tomorrow with a little help from family and friends. No Playing Frisbee Today centers on Juju's mommy having cancer. Juju realizes that what happens in life can be scary and not always easy to understand.

JOIN PARSON RUSSELL TERRIER MAGGIE AS SHE DISCOVERS the wonderful marine world on Whidbey Island's Double Bluff. Led by her knowledgeable Uncle Drover, Maggie learns about some odd looking shells, gets entangled with a strange critter, meets amazing creatures, and learns a bit about herself during her adventure.

This series was inspired during a walk in the woods while trying to see the surroundings as a child might. Conclusion? Animals require specialized homes to live among us. Margaret Forrest is dedicated to learn all she can about how animals require their habitats to remain as they are. Margaret's interests include, but are not limited to, teaching that a healthy Earth is a requirement for all living things (meaning you!) to be happy and healthy.

Max is a much-loved happy dog, until one day a new puppy joins his family. Max is reluctant at first to share his family with Molly, however, he soon realizes her friendship makes his life even more special!

It's greenish, and globby, with black specks! Can you imagine eating booger jam? Miss Callahan's students did! They survived, and promised never to pick their noses again.

The Legend and Adventures of Bob Wire is a collection of stories passed down from generations of ranchers, oilfield roughnecks, and boot and saddle makers. These stories along with a vivid imagination have been rolled into a Western legend of epic proportions. A story of transition, grit, and heroics, The Legend and Adventures of Bob Wire chronicles a way of life that is still ongoing today. The lessons learned here will last a lifetime. Enjoy!