Children's Books
Rufus Steele Adventure Series
Small Black Boxes
‘Turner’s style carries an alluring simplicity …Turner’s audience will likely find themselves mourning the death of Leah’s father with each chapter and subsequently learning how to live with the loss. An often painful yet forthright tale of loss and healing in a time of war.’
–Kirkus Discoveries
‘Susan Turner has written a sensitive, beautiful book that I could not put down til the final page.’
‘Turner has exquisitely captured the rhythms of grief and the gradual stirrings of hope that are a part of this adolescent’s journey. The result is an unforgettable story.’
Ancient Folk Tales
Long ago in a kingdom nestled deep in the ancient Fuchun Mountains, an old king knew his days on earth were soon to be complete. The king possessed but one worry. He must choose the next leader of his beloved land. How would the king decide? Whom would he choose? Flowers provide the surprise ending to this timeless tale.
Picture Books
‘Beautifully illustrated. My 5 year old granddaughter loves the book. Provides many opportunities to discuss real life situations.’
…a ‘must’ addition to any child’s collection of good literature and to any school media center or public library’s.’
‘… educational and entertaining, designed to teach young children about food names and their matching images. It sets the stage for discussions about getting all the facts before becoming angry and frustrated. The ending is pure fantasy.’
This picture book focuses on the endless variety of collective nouns that describe clusters of birds, the poetry that comes alive in the ordinary movements of birds, the exquisite patterns of their bones and feathers, and the remarkable beauty of their flight.
