Friday, August 13, 2010
Shadowpurr-r-rPress

Shadowpurr-r-rPress is the Branding Publisher of how-to books on compiling Family Histories by Author Alice Duckett. Shadowpurr-r-rPress received it's name by way of "Shadow" - a "Writing cat" owned by the Author. "Digging From Attics to Basements" is the first book in the Branding Series. This is going to accompany my programs, "Genealogy from a Christian Perspective" and "Fun with Genealogy for Kids"!
Why take the time to go on a search for your family history ? Well, all kids, even you, need to know Who you came from? And Where? When? Why? & How? It's a challenge to see how far back you can trace your ancestors. You'll have a great time looking "From Attics to Basements" (and even in Cemetaries) to see what you can discover to tell you more about your family. So finding out your family history, tracing your genealogy, and meeting, visiting as many relatives as you can, will create a connection for you with your family members "Then and now.
A workbook for kids - "Digging From Attics to Basements" - is a how-to book on compiling Family History. This is going to accompany my programs, "Genealogy from a Christian Perspective" and "Fun with Genealogy for Kids".
Thursday, August 12, 2010
The Author - Alice G. Duckett
An Educator with 31 years of teaching experience mostly in Marshall County, Albertville City School Systems of Alabama, and Pensacola, Florida. She has published over 375 articles, features and columns in newspapers and magazines including The Gadsden Times, The Sand Mountain Reporter, The Tribune News, The Islander, The Island Chronicle, Transitions Abroad Travel Magazine, Alabama Wildlife Magazine, Alabama Conservation Magazine, and The Christian Advocate. Alice has had the privilege of winning 12 writing awards in competitions around the Southeast. I have been an editor for writing organizations such as the Council of Writers/Journalists and several professional teacher organization newsletters. Currently she has published a workbook for kids, "Digging From Attics to Basements" - a how-to booklet on compiling Family History. This is going to accompany my programs, "Genealogy from a Christian Perspective" and "Fun with Genealogy for Kids" which I present in churches, at civic organizations, and Calhoun County Genealogy Society meetings. I am also working on a series of nostalgic vignettes about growing up in rural North Georgia. I enjoy presenting stories, readings and special programs in school settings. She holds degrees from Auburn University (BS-English), Jacksonville State University (MS-English), University of Alabama (MS level certification-- Gifted ED), and has completed post graduate work in creative/professional writing at the University of South Alabama.Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Digging From Attics to Basements
Book: Digging From Attics to Basements
Author: Alice G. Duckett
Publisher: Shadowpurr-r-rPress
Published: Dec 2006
ISBN#: 0979136601
Price: $9.95ea.
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Monday, August 9, 2010
One Step At A Time

Book: One Step At A Time
Author: Alice G. Duckett
Publisher: Booksurge Press
Published: Jan. 2010
ISBN#: 1439260486
Price: $9.95
What would you do if you had 100 legs? A story of three little centipedes who learn that having 100 legs is a real blessing! The Book encourages children to solve their problems through thinking things out, trying hard, not giving up, and going "One Step At A Time". Children will identify with how the centipedes figure out how to get where they want to go--somewhere Special for each. Parents, Classroom Teachers and Sunday School Teachers will find the book effective to check reader skills. Activities at the end of the book include fun facts about real centipedes, scientific pictures of centipedes, "draw your own centipedes" art page, questions to ponder, and a glossary. Pre Schoolers will love hearing the story read to them. Annie B. Lee, Author & Illustrator, illustrated "One Step At A Time".
Labels: New children's book