The Upside Down World of Stacey McGill’ by Linda Burns gets a new marketing push
Illustrated children's book invites young readers to find the true secret to happiness
PERRY, Utah – In her 2019 children’s fiction, “The Upside Down World of Stacey McGill” (published by AuthorHouse), Linda Burns takes young readers on a fun and exciting adventure into a world where everywhere and everything is upside down.
This year, the author launches a new press campaign for the book in order to reach a wider audience and invite more people to discover the true secret to happiness.
“The Upside Down World of Stacey McGill” follows the adventures of Stacey McGill, an 11-year-old girl who has endured constant intimidation on social media and among her peers. Stacey leaves sadness, bullying and rudeness behind as she uses her imagination to visit an upside down world where everything is opposite of her sad life. In this world of her making, she encounters hugs, smiles, fun and kindness.
“Everyone can relate to times when life is tough and not very positive especially in today's world,” the author states. “Although people of all ages can be a part of the negative fervor taking place in society today, this book focuses on those of the younger generation who are suffering from broken homes, loneliness, fear and neglect.”
“The Upside Down World of Stacey McGill” combines fanciful rhyming and illustrations to allow readers to imagine how smiles, kindness and caring about each other bring happiness and joy into one's life. The book can also be enjoyed upside down and right side up, which encourages the reader to use their imagination and enter a world where all good things are possible.
“The Upside Down World of Stacey McGill”
By Linda Burns
Softcover | 8.5 x 8.5in | 30 pages | ISBN 9781728311449
E-Book | 30 pages | ISBN 9781728311456
Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble
About the Author
As a teacher, mother of four, grandmother of 17 and great-grandmother of 14, Linda Burns has a great deal of experience working with children and seeing their world. Teaching students in third through sixth grades gave her the opportunity to help children use their imaginations in developing creativity. Students were allowed to use their various talents in the completion of assignments, such as art, music, writing, or oral presentation. She observed how this practice encouraged those who were struggling with a lack of self-confidence or the thought that they did not fit in to develop a more positive outlook in life. She received an outstanding teacher award from the school district for her efforts. Having seen the value of using imagination to affect positive change, Burns used the lyrics and music to transport her learners to a place where kindness reigned even if just for a few moments. As a result of her concern and love for children, she has written and published children’s songs, short stories and poetry designed to bring laughter and joy into their lives. She continues this practice today. Because of her love for Dr. Seuss books, some of her writing reflects that influence. Growing up, the author’s parents instilled in her the ability to use her imagination. She considers it to be the motivating factor in her writing; bringing joy and creativity into her life and into the lives of others.
AuthorHouse, an Author Solutions, Inc. self-publishing imprint, is a leading provider of book publishing, marketing, and bookselling services for authors around the globe and offers the industry’s only suite of Hollywood book-to-film services. Committed to providing the highest level of customer service, AuthorHouse assigns each author personal publishing and marketing consultants who provide guidance throughout the process. Headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, AuthorHouse celebrates over 23 years of service to authors. For more information or to publish a book visit authorhouse.com or call 1-888-519-5121.
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With tax season coming up and people evaluating their spending and debts more closely, the personal-finance website WalletHub analyzed the median credit scores of residents in 2,572 cities to determine 2020's Cities with the Highest & Lowest Credit Scores.
Cities in the Top Percentile (Credit Score)
Cities in the Bottom Percentile (Credit Score)
The Villages, FL (806)
Cordele, GA (588)
Sun City West, AZ (789)
Riverdale, GA (588)
Sun City Center, FL (783)
Newark, NJ (587)
Green Valley, AZ (783)
College Park, GA (585)
Los Altos, CA (782)
Opa-locka, FL (583)
Saratoga, CA (781)
Union City, GA (582)
Estero, FL (781)
Petersburg, VA (580)
Laguna Woods, CA (781)
Pontiac, MI (580)
Leawood, KS (780)
Forest Park, GA (577)
Lexington, MA (779)
New Brunswick, NJ (577)
Pittsford, NY (779)
East Orange, NJ (576)
Lafayette, CA (778)
West Memphis, AR (573)
Potomac, MD (776)
East Chicago, IN (571)
Winchester, MA (776)
Harvey, IL (566)
Sammamish, WA (776)
Inkster, MI (561)
Oro Valley, AZ (775)
Gary, IN (559)
San Carlos, CA (775)
Detroit, MI (555)
Cupertino, CA (775)
Chester, PA (552)
Needham, MA (774)
East St. Louis, IL (552)
Colleyville, TX (774)
Camden, NJ (552)
For the full report and to see where your city ranks, please view the full report.
Readers who are curious to know how they compare with the average Jane or Joe in their city can access their free credit score by joining the WalletHub community.
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Bishop Reacts to State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Bishop releases statement on 2020 State of the Union address:
“We are in the midst of an incredible time in America's history. By almost any metric, Americans today are faring better than they were before 2016. We are safer and we are stronger, and I commend President Trump and his administration for creating an environment in which Americans can succeed. In Utah, nearly 150,000 jobs have been created since 2016, business is booming, and wages are increasing. Most importantly, our defense is strong and getting stronger thanks to President Trump’s leadership and bipartisan cooperation. I remain optimistic that our best days are ahead of us.”
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Secretary Perdue Statement on President Trump’s State of the Union Address
(Washington, D.C., February 4, 2020) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today issued the following statement regarding President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union address:
“Tonight, President Trump’s State of the Union address showcased our country’s relentless optimism and his vision of brighter days that lie ahead. The President has rural America and agriculture close to his heart and has kept his promises when it comes to striking stronger trade agreements, eliminating burdensome regulations, strengthening the economy for all Americans, and making our country strong again,” said Secretary Perdue. “President Trump is delivering a brighter future for America’s patriotic farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers. The great American comeback that he has been laying the groundwork for is in full force, and the best is yet to come.”
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'Singing In The Saddle' gets a new marketing push
SALT LAKE CITY – Writing biography has always been author Nan Weber’s game. One of those individuals that caught her attention was Yellowstone Chip Samuell. After finding traces of Chip’s writing at the historic OTO Dude Ranch north of Yellowstone National Park, Weber tracked this interesting man’s history. In the course of her research, she found Chip’s memoirs, his music, his cartooning and his family. What emerged from these home sources and civil records was the picture of a first-class wrangler and entertainer during the heyday of singing cowboys — a fascinating story which readers have witnessed in the pages of “Singing In The Saddle” (published by Xlibris).
First published in 2011, “Singing In The Saddle” is now set for a new press campaign to expand its reach. The book documents Chip’s travels from his Illinois childhood home to the majesty of the Western United States. Readers get to follow his lively journey which encompasses music, cowboy life and, most of all, people. Included is a link to a web page where readers can listen to the many songs introduced in the book that shaped Chip’s life travels.
“Discovering the history of a place you visit answers many questions folks have about the past. A story with a personal touch can take the reader on a journey. Yellowstone Chip does that with music and humor,” Weber states, adding that, “The urge to follow your dreams of becoming exactly what you want in life is what Yellowstone Chip exemplifies. He would want us to do the same — follow our dreams.”
In a collection of nostalgic photographs, written works and music, this book reveals a working wrangler's life that is full of excitement and his journey to becoming a true singing cowboy.
“Singing In The Saddle, The Life And Times of Yellowstone Chip”
By Nan Weber and Yellowstone Chip Samuell
Hardcover | 6 x 9in | 392 pages | ISBN 9781462857043
Softcover | 6 x 9in | 392 pages | ISBN 9781462857036
E-Book | 392 pages | ISBN 9781462857050
Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble
About the Author
Nan Weber grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but always knew she would one day live in the West. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in theatre arts at the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Weber has also lived in Minneapolis, Minnesota; Seattle, Washington; and various towns in Montana. She now makes her home in Salt Lake City, Utah, with her musician husband, Paul Boruff. In addition to stage scripts and screenplays, Weber is the author of “Mattie, A Woman’s Journey West,” which chronicles the life of Mattie Shipley Culver whose grave is in Yellowstone National Park. Weber is also a stage and film actress specializing in voice acting. For more details about the author and her written works, visit www.nanweber.com.
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