Christmas Poem 2018

Christmas 2018
by Heather Hobson Lewis

As 2018 closes, my pen writes this holiday poem   
to bring you joy and good cheer.
   
Two small trips marked this year.        
One bore us via Southwest wings
to Dad’s 75th birthday bash
for a jovial time,
while the other sent us to Alturas in search
of our missing friend, Konrad Reichenberger.

Books two and three of The Conrad Chronicles,
Realizations and Rejection,
have found book form,
while Stubby and Tale of Butts
are now alive as audio books on Audible, i-Tunes, and Amazon.

Fern and Boomer enjoy play and happiness every day,
from professional photo shoots to
participating in the Walk-n-Wag to
Fern’s first visit to the beach.
   

Merry Christmas and a magical winter to all!

Fern and Boomer playing on the beach in 2018

Stubby, the Magic Pencil is now an audio book!

Thanks to the narrations of Lori VanScyoc,  Stubby, the Magic Pencil is now an audio book. The audio book form my be purchased through three different venues.  The first is at Audible. If you use the link provided below, and you haven't been an Audible member, you are supposed to receive a bonus.

https://www.audible.com/pd/B07KBFZ6CV/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-133214&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_133214_rh_us


The audio version of Stubby is also available on iTunes and Amazon.

For Amazon go to:

https://www.amazon.com/Stubby-the-Magic-Pencil/dp/B07KBG733S/ref=sr_1_1_twi_audd_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542239440&sr=8-1&keywords=stubby+the+magic+pencil

Audio Books

My writing is branching out into another venue: Audio Books. Currently Stubby, the Magic Pencil and A Tale of Butts: The Story of a Couch (remember this is under the pen name Echo Ryan) are in production to become audio books. The auditions for narrators has been completed, and the first 15 minutes of each production has been approved. When they are done they will be available through several venues, including itunes.

If you still prefer a paperback or an e-book, remember these books are available in both those formats. The best and cheapest place to buy them as a paperback is about lulu.com, but they are also available for order through book stores and on amazon.

http://www.lulu.com/shop/heather-hobson/stubby-the-magic-pencil/paperback/product-21959411.html

and

http://www.lulu.com/shop/echo-ryan/a-tale-of-butts-the-story-of-a-couch/paperback/product-15642092.html

Happy Summer Reading!

Books for Sale in store in Salem, Oregon

My novels are now for sale at The Fussy Duck in Salem, Oregon. So if you live near that area, and aren't into buying books on-line, here is your chance to get copies at a store. All these copies are signed too!

The Fussy Duck is located at 3170 Commercial St. SE, Salem, Oregon. The books can be found in Booth B19. The workers there can help you find them if you don't want to spend time searching through all the wonderful antiques and other unique items for sale.

Of course, if you can't get to the store the books are all available on lulu.com and amazon.com as paperbacks and kindles. Enjoy reading!

Another Newspaper Article on Stubby, the Magic Pencil

Just today I learned from a well-read friend that Stubby, the Magic Pencil was mentioned in the Eureka Time Standard.  The press release led to Stubby being included in the papers "Round Up" section.  I am pleased and very appreciative of all the support my book is receiving.

http://www.times-standard.com/lifestyle/20150110/local-author-roundup-part-2

In addition, the paperback version of Stubby is also now available on Amazon, as well as the Kindle Version. 

http://www.amazon.com/Stubby-Magic-Pencil-Heather-Hobson/dp/1312328371/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421040128&sr=8-1&keywords=Heather+Hobson

Again, I thank everyone for the support of the publishing of my newest book.

Interviewed for Publication of Stubby, the Magic Pencil

I had the pleasure of being interviewed on Friday afternoon.  While sipping mint iced tea I discussed my writing and Stubby, the Magic Pencil with the editor of the Two Rivers Tribune. For all those interested, the interview will appear in this Tuesday's paper.

Happy writing all.

Publication of my new book: Stubby, the Magic Pencil

I am delighted to announce the publication on my new book Stubby, the Magic Pencil.  This is my first middle reader book for children ages 8-11.  Currently the book is available through the publisher at Lulu.com.  Follow this link:  <a href="http://www.lulu.com/commerce/index.php?fBuyContent=14927619"><img src="http://static.lulu.com/images/services/buy_now_buttons/en/book.gif?20140805085029" border="0" alt="Support independent publishing: Buy this book on Lulu."></a>

Soon it will be available for purchase through Amazon.com and by order through book stores.

I thank all of those who have supported my writing over all these years. 


Here is the official press release:

Release Date: September 2014

Title: Stubby, the Magic Pencil
Author: Heather Hobson
ISBN: 978-1-312-32837-2
Publisher: Lulu Enterprises, Inc.

Available in trade paper back or e-book at www.Lulu.com, Amazon.com, or order through your local bookstore.

Author’s Blog: HeatherHobsonwriter@blogspot.com
Author’s e-mail: HHWriter@gmail.com


Stubby, the Magic Pencil
by Heather Hobson


    Rachel breaks her pencil during a test. Her teacher hands her a short pencil with gnaw marks to use.  Disgusted, Rachel attempts to rid herself of the pencil, but it keeps returning.  She soon discovers it possesses a talent she does not have: the ability to tell stories. 

    As Rachel holds the pencil, and it writes, the pencil reveals a tale about a kidnapped unicorn.  The unicorn's friend, Prince Jacob, sets out to rescue the unicorn.  Jacob convinces the wizard-kidnapper to take him on as an apprentice.  While working for the wizard, Jacob discovers the horrible truth: his unicorn friend has been transformed and sent to another world.

     This delightful tale is written for children aged seven to eleven and deals with the themes of self-esteem and loyalty.



Heather Hobson has dedicated the past twenty-five years to developing her writing, especially The Conrad Chronicles.  She possess a BA in history from the University of San Francisco and a teaching credential through Mills College.  Her publishing credits include The Conrad Chronicles: Revolt, Callings: Tales of the Conrads of Karna and many short stories, as well as poetry. She is a member of the Siskiyou County Writer’s Club. Stubby, the Magic Pencil is her first children’s book.

Ms. Hobson currently resides in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and two wonderful dogs,
Maggie and Boomer.

Michelle Hays of Willow Creek is the cover artist for this book. She is a graduate of Trinity High School in Weaverville and has taken art classes from  the Art Institute of Portland, Oregon.