Books published by Southern Yellow Pine (Syp) Publishing LLC

When Northwest Florida was settled, Tallahassee was a central population hub for trade and social interactions. Maurice Majszak has compiled a pictorial history of the homes, landmarks, and institutions vital to the growth and economy of the region.Back cover: Well known for its iconic Live Oak trees, the most famous Live Oak in Tallahassee was the "May Oak" in Lewis Park. For at least 134 years, the May Queen was crowned under the May Oak. The May Oak was reputed to be over 1000 years old in 1940. It collapsed in August of 1986. In 1967, the May Queen was Gini Harper.

Where'd Grandma Go... is a very gentle approach for helping young children deal with the pain and confusion of losing a loved one. Award-winning Author Rhonda Goodall

Frizzle is about an adorable blue character who is searching for his family. He is different than those around him, and he sees all the love and security that his friends and their families share. He fears that he has no family at all - but learns through the wisdom of his dear friend, Mr. Owl, that indeed, he has a warm and loving family all around him.Frizzle is a, wellhe's a, um,well, just look at him,he's a…hmmm…you know, he's a Frizzle.

Mighty Madeline is an inspirational book for all ages. Its message is about self-acceptance and overcoming obstacles by drawing on your inner strength. Each one of is uniquely created for a special purpose. It teaches you to realize what really matters in life, to follow your heart and to "let go" even if you may be anxious or afraid."Mighty Madeline's beautiful illustrations and poignant words touch the heart with an important message. In an inspiring way, the author crafts a message about the importance of living fully, free from fears and worries, perfectionism and the constant pursuit being good enough. This book resonates with all ages, young and old, and makes a beautiful gift or therapeutic resource for growing, learning and healing."Megan Logan, MSW, LCSW

Frizzle's Holiday Treasures is a heartwarming story about a family in need and how Frizzle and Friends discover the true meaning of the Holidays. This book was inspired by a few of Frizzle's closest friends. They thought of the best Holiday gift ideas that cost absolutely nothing...Hope you and your families enjoy it!

Men never liked Charlotte or so she thought. Now that she's so close to making her fairytale come true, they seem to be coming out of the woodwork. Afraid that she's been touched by some pheromone voodoo, Charlotte is finally forced to realize what everyone else has always known. She's not only kind and caring, she's stunning and smart, and that's a combination that's sexy as hell.The Greysons is Book III in the Anna Maria Island Series and will answer all the questions you've been asking. Join Charlotte as she does her best not to ruin the happily ever after she's been waiting for her whole life.

Childhood discoveries of happiness, love, and kindness.

From the moment Rosie and Ted arrive in Guatemala for a well-needed vacation and the chance to enjoy their developing romance, danger stalks them. When they visit Tikal, the country's most beloved Mayan archaeological site, the danger spins out of control. Soon they are caught in death-defying, edge-of-your-seat adventures. Ted's daytime zip-lining tour of the jungle pits him against gang members who hunt him down. When Rosie and Ted visit a couple in a nearby cabin, they are attacked by strangers and end up fighting for their lives.The question remains. Even with aid from the likes of a driver-guide, archaeological experts, chief of police, and undercover agents, can Rosie and Ted find the answer to why they are the targets before it's too late? The clock is ticking, and time is rapidly running out.

In this extraordinary new collection, award-winning writer Iain Baird brings to life characters as real as we are to ourselves. It is with powerful, graceful, and precise language that Baird shows us how wonderfully perilous ordinary lives can be.The Guy in the Box, a short emotional literary fiction, captures the audience with sheer rawness that comes from the first stage of denial and having a loved one with dementia. In other selections, whether a damaged veteran reinventing himself in the alleys of the French Quarter, a Halloween prank turning tragically awry, or an aging couple making one final grasp at independence, Baird shows us what it is to be fully human. These flawed, yet majestic, unforgettable characters bring the stories to life with suspense, humor, and discovery.

Ambushed by pirate hunters, Isabella, Jean-Michel, and Juan Carlos have little choice but to make a desperate try to outrun them. Isabella charts a course around Cuba and up the Gulf Coast of Florida, keeping her pursuers at bay as she makes a run for New Orleans and a shot at freedom.Their provisions exhausted by the cat-and-mouse game with colonial Spain's Captain-General of the West Indies, they are forced to take refuge and search for food and fresh water behind the barrier islands in the strange, unfamiliar, and eerily calm waters of Charlotte Harbor. Little do they know a rogue band of Calusa Indians, long thought to have been banished from the southernmost reaches of La Florida, have risen again to challenge hostile outsiders, a last gasp at protecting their culture and way of life in wildest of the wilds, the Everglades.The action doesn't stop as Isabella and her resilient band of pirates scramble to save their lives in daring ploy to escape the gallows of a relentless foe. Will they make it past the Spanish and the start of a new life?

Rachel Goodwin's past remains unclear. The traumatic kidnapping of Rachel and Rhonda, her sister, some twenty years before is the source of her pain, motivation, and guilt. Rhonda remains missing. Eluding authorities for decades, there is a faceless monster responsible for the pain that haunts Rachel's dreams.With Detective Curt Walker absent, Rachel assumes the Crusaders leadership role. She draws upon her own experience to find missing children. As the team's exploits take them close to Rachel's childhood home, she forces herself to confront the visible scars left behind, but after coming across an odd yet distinctive landmark tied to her abduction, repressed memories come flooding back in vivid detail. As the haunting memories unfold, Rachel is left with questions leaving her desperate for answers. Following a trail that has been cold for twenty-three years, the team uses Rachel's recollection to bring new life into the mystery.Is the faceless monster still alive? Is he actively hunting prey? Will this pursuit of the past cost Rachel her own life, or that of another? With the help of the Crusaders, Rachel dives into her past, deep into the dark recesses of humanity, the place where light cannot reach.