Books by G. Mark LaFrancis

Young Reader Books by G. Mark LaFrancis

In Search of a Hero

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In Search of a Hero

Ages 7-10
ISBN 0-9716704-0-4
Pages: 36, Hard cover
Excellent for early readers
Price: $5.50 paperback
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“Words to the Wise” (listed at the front of the book) contains such vocabulary-builder words as: symphony, feat, vicinity and squandered.

“In Search of a Hero” is an inspiring story about a boy, Greg, who wants to become a hero just like Firefighter Joe Garrison, who saves the life of a baby girl. What Greg discovers is that being a hero isn't as easy as he thinks.

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The Hunt

Ages 10-13
ISBN 0-9716704-4-7
Pages: 104, Paperback
Excellent for middle readers
Price: $6.50 (free shipping)
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“Words to the Wise” (listed at the front of the book) contains such vocabulary-builder words as: whimsical, sarcasm, bravado.

“The Hunt” is a riveting, outdoors tale of four young friends who go hunting for a prize buck. What they really encounter is a struggle to survive.

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A Dance from the Heart and Other Stories

Ages 8-11
ISBN 0-9716704-1-2
Pages: 80, Paperback
Excellent for early middle readers
Price: $6.50 (free shipping)
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“Words to the Wise” (listed at the front of the book) contains such vocabulary-builder words as: auditions, pediatric, flourish

“A Dance from the Heart and Other Stories” is a collection of eleven short stories about children who help and inspire one another at Christmas. The stories span a wide range of emotions and challenges. Ages 8-11. Hard cover. $8/each. Free shipping.

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My Aunt Helen

“My Aunt Helen” is a compelling, fast-paced novel about a girl, Laura Lee, who grows up in the children's home wishing for a family. Her journey, though, is embroiled in life-threatening challenges and trials. Ages 9-12. Paperback. $6.50 / each.

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Happy Birthday DJ

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Happy Birthday D.J.

Ages 9-13
ISBN 0-9716704-2-0
Pages: 80, Paperback
Excellent for middle readers
Price: $6.50 (free shipping)
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"Words to the Wise: A section of vocabulary-builder words at the front of the book. (Sample: exuberance, acrid, intravenous)"

"Happy Birthday, D.J." is a spellbinding novel about a handsome, athletic boy, D.J. Johnson, who is injured in a tragic fire. What's worse, he loses his memory about who he is, where he is, why he is. His hometown of Vidalia, La., rallies to help him rediscover hiself. This novel is bound to warm even the coldest heart.

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Adult Books by G. Mark LaFrancis

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In Their Boots

“In Their Boots: Poems Inspired by Soldiers and Their Loved Ones” Book One: Soldiers is a captivating, powerful, inspiring look into the hearts and souls of soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan. This book has been called a “masterpiece” by readers and reviewers. Paperback. $12/each

 

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In Their Boots - Book Two: Family

In Their Boots: Poems Inspired by Soldiers and Their Loved Ones - Book Two: Family is an inspiring, in-depth look at the hearts and souls of soldiers who served in Iraq and Afghanistan and Their Loved Ones. This has been called "a masterpiece" and "an emotional journey." G. Mark LaFrancis says this work "gives voice to the voiceless." 140 Pages. Paperback. $12/each

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Stairway to Reading - Grades 2 through 12
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“Stairway to Reading” is a motivational, inspirational and educational program for young and middle readers (grades 2 through 8) created by inspirational author G. Mark LaFrancis, who is passionate about helping youngsters gain confidence and courage to both read and write. The project includes a book series, and writing and reading programs for schools and libraries. His work has won the hearts of young readers, teachers and parents. G. Mark LaFrancis takes pride in writing clean-language novels with positive characters and inspiring themes. Each novel comes with “Words to the Wise,” vocabulary-builder words, and suggested teaching projects. Visit our Stairway to Reading Program.