FRISCO, TX
john
writer
I love to write, and I have written in multiple genres over the last few years, including mystery/suspense, children's chapter books, poetry, and most recently a children's picture book. Please browse the list below to find your favorite genre.
Blessings,
John
POETRY
I began my journey into poetry in the spring of 2017. I fell in love with rhying verse. Below is the first of what I pray will be many books of inspirational and uplifting poetry. I consider it a privilege and a blessing to share from the heart in rhyme.
REVIEWS:
I cherish the thought of others who read, relate, and find joy from my words. I am truly grateful when others share their thoughts about my rhymes.
Thank you, Cheryl, for sharing your review of my work on The Book Connection, allowing others to gain insight into the poems in Timeless Tales.Quiet Time Rhymes: Peace in the Pandemic
I felt the need to write daily rhymes beginning in February 2020 in as the news of a pandemic began to spread. I began writing during my quiet time most mornings. As this practice continued, my wife encouraged me to share them. I began to share them with friends in the form of a blog. The rhymes kept coming each morning through July 2020. I extend a thank you to my wife for her encouragement and those who provided encouragement as I shared them online. I praythese rhymes, shared from the heart, are a blessing to you.
Timeless Tales:
a book of poetry, to share tales of inspiration, blessings from the heart, and rhymes that bare his soul. The poems offer comfort and inspiration.
NEW BOOK: Timeless Tales
My journey into poetry began the spring of 2017 in the waiting room of a doctor’s office. I captured the beginning in the first poem of my debut book of poetry to be released August 12th (Hardback, paperback, and eBook).
The Beginning
I sat in the waiting room, sad and alone.
My wife’s life of pain wore me down to the bone.
So many misfortunes came into my life.
Was I doomed to endure all this pressure and strife?
Helpless feelings and hopelessness cut to my soul.
That small child within me I had to console.
Sad times fell like garbage just dumped on my head.
Will this darkness consume me or shape me instead?
A rhyme rose within me, it caused me to smile.
It focused my thoughts, I escaped for a while.
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The book is now available at:
CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOKS
It is with great pleasure that I bring to you the first few of what I hope will be many picture books.The Young Artist: An Unpicture Book
The concept for this book was inspired by a young 4th grade artist who loved to draw. I spent time with her, and her mom, and I was quite impressed as they shared her work beginning in early childhood. She has gone on to win some national competitions. Her work inspired me to write this lyrical story. Instead of publishing it as a picture book, I decided to introduce a concept I call an Unpicture Book. This book introduces what I hope to be a series of books under the series title A Young Artist. The book is much like a picture book, but without the illustrations. Consider it an advanced coloring book, but without any drawings, which allows aspiring artists to draw and/or paint illustrations.The goal of the concept is to inspire art expression. The reader (artist) comes up with illustrations to match the text. The concept applies to anyone from pre-school through adult who loves to draw and paint. The techniques, tools, and sophistication of the illustrations will change depending on skill level, but the inspiration to illustrate a picture book and make it their own should appeal to any age group.I’d love to get your thoughts on the concept.
John Alexander
john@alexandernovels.comThe Christmas Gift Book Trailer Video
Warmed by fireplace in the mansion on a hill, Ms. Mouse considers her husband’s question, “What do you want for Christmas?” Remembering her days of poverty, an angelic vision in the embers reveals the perfect request. The fulfilment of her gift demonstrates the joy of giving. This book should appeal to children ages 4-8 as well as educators, day care workers and teachers in Christian schools who want to inspire the joy of giving.Words That Soar
While on a search for a fresh story to read, I never expected that the encounter with an old book from the bookshop owner would change my world. Join me on this adventure and discover how three special rules help me make sense of the powerful impact of words.
Warning: This adventure may lead to a lifelong fascination with books. Chick here to preview for free
Books available at:
Amazon HardcoverCHILDREN'S CHAPTER BOOKS
These books are dedicated to my grandchildren and children everywhere. They are our future.
Amber-Autumn Mystery (Books 1 - 3 Illustrated)
Now available are illustrated editions of the first three books in the Amber-Autumn Mystery series. These books showcase illustrations by the Middle School art department of Legacy Christian Academy. The students did an outstanding job. It was a pleasure to meet the students, see their work, and provide an opportunity for the students to share their work in the books.
Amber-Autumn Mystery (Book 4)
THE SECRET ROOM
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Amber and Autumn, elementary school sisters, don’t seek out problems to solve, but they often find themselves engaged in uncovering truths, solving mysteries, and helping others in the process. Autumn’s natural curiosity, combined with her boldness, leads her to push for answers to anything she does not understand. Amber, her older sister, more cautious and easily spooked, prefers to let Autumn drive ahead to solve mysteries which come their way, but her keen skills of observation often lead to the resolutions they seek.
During their stay at a Bed and Breakfast in historic Jefferson, Texas, the girls discover a long-forgotten room in the attic. Their quest to uncover its secrets takes the girls on a journey through Jefferson history, including a cemetery, a river boat tour, and an evening ghost walk.
Golden Campout Illustrated (Book 3)
In this third chapter book Amber and Autumn enjoy a spring break campout on a farm. Intrigued by the host couple's stories of a bank robber's hidden gold and ghost sightings, the girls explore the attic and follow leads provided by the farmer. Find out what they discover with the help of Charlie Brown, their King Charles Cavalier Spaniel.
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Grandfather's Blessing Illustrated (Book 2)
In this second chapter book Amber and Autumn go to an estate sale in an old home and discover a secret room in the library. They purchase an ornate chest they find in the room and later uncover its hidden mysteries that lead them on an adventure they won't soon forget.
The illustrated edition of Grandfather's Blessing Illustrated is now available at
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Description
Enter Jason's world changed forever by a single misplaced keystroke. Amidst the intrigue of a research firm with rather unusual recruiting practices, secret governmental agencies, a revengeful criminal targeting Congressional representatives, and a new relationship with Liz, head of engineering, his simple life transforms into a fast-paced journey of mystery and conspiracy.
Christmas Garden Illustrated (Book 1)
In this first in a series debut chapter book, elementary school sisters Amber and Autumn investigate wild rumors of a witch in a haunted house. Enjoy their exploits as they discover the truth and bring the whole town together in the process. This illustrated edition of Christmas Garden Illustrated is now available at
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NOVELS
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