A Christmas Kindness, Second Edition, by Cheryl C. Malandrinos Now Available

 

The second edition of my children's book, A Christmas Kindness, was released by 4RV Publishing. This new edition includes discussion questions, activities, crafts, and more. Here is the synopsis:

Eight-year-old Robert is eager to share his wish list with Santa at the mall on Christmas Eve. When he meets Glenn, who only has one request for Santa, Robert is confused over what he should do. Should he ask for himself or for his new friend?

Page count: 48 pages

Published (1st ed): Dec 2012

Published (2nd ed): Aug 2020

Language: English 

HC (2nd ed) ISBN-13: 978--1-950074-12-9

PB (1st ed) ISBN-10: 0985266147

PB (1st ed) ISBN-13: 978-0-9852661-4-1

PB (2nd ed) ISBN-13: 978--1-950074-11-2

Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.2 x 8.5 inches

Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces

Available at 

Amazon

Barnes & Noble

Clever Tom Contracted by 4RV Publishing!!!

I am happy to announce 4RV Publishing has contracted to publish my fifth children's book, Clever Tom. This will join Little Shepherd, A Christmas Kindness, Macaroni and Cheese for Thanksgiving, and Amos Faces His Bully on my author's bookshelf. This is my second children's book to be published by 4RV Publishing. I will keep you posted on the release date.

2019 in Review

Another year has come to an end and a new one is just beginning. Is it a sign that I am getting older when the time passes so quickly?

I feel blessed that most of 2019 brought us good things and experiences. The speed bumps along the way make us stronger: the division in our church, the bullying of our daughter, and the challenge of caring for our elderly parents and hoping we make the right choices.

It is because of those obstacles, I often recite Philippians 4:13 to keep me focused: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. It seems trite to say God never gives us more than we can handle, but it remains a truth that cannot be ignored. When I fear I can't go on, He lifts me up. As it says in Deuteronomy, It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not fail you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.

As I reflect on 2019, I hope it has encouraged me to be more grateful and more at peace, and may I learn to find joy in something every day.

Last church bazaar at Living Gate

Visiting the Arizona Memorial

Lost our beloved Killer

Adopted Autumn and...

Travis

The Lil' Diva graduated with honors

Spent three weeks in North Carolina

Acquired and edited this manuscript as acquisitions editor for 4RV Publishing

Held my first workshop on book marketing at the local library

Held my first book reading

Named 2019 RAPV REALTOR of the Year

Cleaned out my office ... and a few other places in this house too

I hope you'll share some of your 2019 highlights. Here's to a fabulous 2020!