New Arrival for October

Yama the Llama

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Karla Lowe-Phelps

Author: Karla Lowe-Phelps, the author of the Yama the Llama series, loves working with her husband, Russel on their cattle ranch in Southwest Missouri. Together they raise registered Black Angus for breeding stock. Her favorite times of the year are Spring and Fall when the calves are born. She says, "It is so much fun to watch new calves run through the pastures, almost as much fun as watching the antics of new kittens in the barn!"

She and Russel have traveled nationally and internationally, meeting people and llamas in as varied places as Conway, Missouri and Belo Horizonte, Brazil! Karla was surprised to meet llamas in Australia. She especially adored one llama named Hannah, who was very loving and who inspired the drawings of Yama.

Karla is passionate about children. She believes that showing children that they are the beloved creation of God is as essential to their growth as good nutrition. She and Russel raised three sons who are, now, the fathers of their 5 grandchildren. They have also supported eight children through ChildFund. Yama the Llama is dedicated to her grandchildren and the children of ChildFund. A portion of every book sold goes to support the health and education of Third World mothers and children.

Karla is a registered nurse. She uses her skills and knowledge as a volunteer with her church in the both children's and health ministries, International Volunteers in Mission, Red Cross and school nursing.

Title: Yama the Llama off to Bethlehem and Yama the Llama off to Jerusalem

Genre: Children/Christian

Description: Yama the Llama series: These books beautifully tell of two great event: the birth and death of Jesus. Simply written from the heart, it relates the journey of Yama the little llama, whose own pure and trusting heart takes him on the grandest of quests. Children will be captivated by this simple tale. A sweet treat for the coming season - with a warm message at the center. Both books are available at Amazon.com.

New Arrival for October

The Dark Craft

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Wesley Fox

Author: Wesley Fox grew up in the four state areas of Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri. He now resides in Branson, Missouri with his family. Unexplainable events that happened to him as a child compelled him to write about the paranormal. When not writing, Wesley enjoys being a guide for the Branson Ghost & Legends Tours.

Title: The Dark Craft

Genre: Suspense/Mystery

Description: For Amber McCall, getting out of an abusive relationship meant moving away from her old life and starting over. After finding her dream home, Amber was enthusiastic about her new life. The one thing missing was her friends from back home. Soon strange events begin to unfold, and her dream home turns out to be a terrifying nightmare. After being chased from her new home by something evil, she has no choice but to call on her friends for help. The Dark Craft is available at Amazon.com.

Not So Square Arts and Literary Festival

 Artwork, performance, dance, literature, food, and fun all came together Saturday, September 8 in Mt. Vernon. The Not So Square Arts and Literary Festival was held at the Mt. Vernon Arts and Recreation Center (MARC). The one-of-a kind Missouri Festival was a great success. Several members of Home Grown Books displayed and sold books.

Kristen Hawkins artist and author of Generations of Chains

David Gerard author of God’s Acres and Judge Not

   

  

Dan Trogdon cartoonist and author of And So It Goes

2012 Best of Show Award

Kathy Brown of Home Grown Books presents local author Susann Stark the Best of Show award for the Not So Square Arts and Literary Festival held Saturday, September 8 in Mt. Vernon, Missouri.  Susann is author of Temptation with Luggage, a Christian romance.  Temptation with Luggage is available at KeenBean Coffee Roasters or at Amazon.com as a paper back, hardback or eBook.

A Red, White, and Blue July Celebration

Girls’ Night out

MAGGIE MAE’S TEAROOM

206 West 4th Street, Miller, Missouri

The Americana Celebration was hosted by Marsha Hill, owner of Maggie Mae’s Tearoom, and Home Grown Books. A winning combination of friends, great food, and fun was a big hit with the ladies.

Guests were treated to Mary Boll’s famous apple cake. Mary is author the of the MeMa’s Manna Cookbook series. The books are a collection of recipes that have delighted family and friends from northern Missouri down to the entertainment Mecca of Branson, Missouri. The books are available on Amazon.com.

Virginia of Virginia’s Vacation Travel presented information on sightseeing tours, cruises, and vacation packages including Amtrak.

       

Guests sampled the world Famous “Healthier Coffee,” Organo Gold.      

 

Independent Consultant Lawanna Beavers displayed Paparazzi jewelry.

New Arrival For August

5:41: Stories from the Joplin Tornado

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Spirit of Hope: The Year After the Joplin Tornado

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Randy Turner and John Hacker

Authors: Randy Turner and John Hacker

Randy Turner is an eighth grade English teacher at Joplin East Middle School. Prior to entering the educational field, Turner was a reporter and editor at various Southwest Missouri newspapers for more than two decades, receiving more than 100 national, state, and regional awards, including 30 for investigative reporting. He is the author of four books, two novels, Small Town News and Devil's Messenger and two non-fiction, Newspaper Days and The Turner Report.

John Hacker is the award-winning managing editor of The Carthage Press, and former editor of the Joplin Daily. Hacker, a graduate of Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, has been one of the top reporters and photographers in Missouri for the past two decades, with a reputation for covering breaking news. Hacker is recognized as a top weather photographer and has had numerous lightning photos exhibited.

Titles: 5:41: Stories from the Joplin Tornado 
Genre: True Life/Inspirational

Book Description: In 5:41: Stories from the Joplin Tornado Veteran southwest Missouri reporters, Randy Turner and John Hacker, tell the story of Joplin from tornado to triumph. At 5:41 p.m. May 22, 2011, the deadliest single tornado to hit the United States in 50 years tore its way through Joplin, Missouri. By the time it completed its murderous course, 160 lives were lost, and those who survived have stories they can tell for the rest of their lives. The book features photos taken by Hacker within moments of the deadly tornado and details about some of the horrific moments that came to symbolize May 22, 2011, in Joplin, Missouri.

Titles: Spirit of Hope: The Year After the Joplin Tornado

Genre: True Life/Inspirational

Book Description: Spirit of Hope: The Year After the Joplin Tornado The EF-5 tornado that ripped through the heart of Joplin, Missouri, May 22, 2011, killed 161 people and damaged one-third of the community. What it did not do was destroy the indomitable nature of the people who live in this city of 50,000. Spirit of Hope: The Year After the Joplin Tornado tells the story of how Joplin residents began the rebuilding process almost immediately. The heroes of this book are many- not just the leaders whose faces became familiar on local and national news, but the volunteers from Joplin and the world. Spirit of Hope, the follow-up book to 5:41: Stories from the Joplin Tornado, is the inspirational story  of the city that would not die.

5:41: Stories from the Joplin Tornado and Spirit of Hope: The Year the Joplin Tornado are both available at Amazon.com. 

 

New Arrival for July

And So It Goes

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Dan Trogdon

   

Author: Dan is a native of Missouri who lived for a few years in Massachusetts, before returning to Missouri to finish his teaching career.  He credits the comedian, Steve Martin, with sparking his interest in comedy and his appreciation for that which is absurd.  He plans to continue cartooning with the intent of producing more collections. An avowed porch sitter, he can oftentimes be found in the evening sitting on his back patio just watching the world go by.

Title: And So It Goes

Genre: Humor/Satire

Book Description: And So It Goes is a collection of cartoons that take a humorous look at our world. And So It Goes is available at the following website: www.andsoitgoescartoons.com.