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A STORY OF DAY & NIGHT A youth novel for ages 8 – 12 The people of Earth are weary––one side has been cursed with never-ending light; the other side with never-ending darkness. Two young maidens––Lunaria, from the dark side; Raycindia, from the light side––were bequeathed a unique book from their grandmothers, and they were told they were destined for great things. Lunaria and Raycindia meet on the Border of Light and Dark, and realize their quest is the same. As they embark upon a perilous journey where they come face to face with the diabolical fiends responsible for the curse. To end the misery for the people of Earth, the maidens must be more courageous than ever before. Will good overcome evil? Will the people of Earth ever be happy again? These questions can only be answered within the pages of––A Story of Day and Night! Written by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour Cover layout by Terry Davis Edited by Bethany Jamieson
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AFTER CRYING, TRY TRYING Helping children deal with frustrations in daily life. It's okay to cry, but then we must encourage children to try! Various coping techniques are used in the story to help children deal with their big feelings.
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ALEXANDRA’S CHRISTMAS SURPRISE JUST IMAGINE CHILDREN’S STORIES Alexandra’s Christmas Surprise is presented with amazing coloured illustrations. Alexandra has a problem: she doesn’t have a Christmas present for her grandma. But, her mommy has a solution. Will Alexandra’s grandma like her present? Written by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour Illustrated by Kate Pellerin Cover layout by Josef Stevens, Smashing Pixels
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ALEXANDRA’S CHRISTMAS SURPRISE LA SURPRISE DE NOËL D’ALEXANDRA JUST IMAGINE CHILDREN’S STORIES / HISTOIRES POUR ENFANTS Alexandra has a problem: she doesn’t have a Christmas present for her grandma. But, her mommy has a solution. Will Alexandra’s grandma like her present? Alexandra a un problème : elle n’a aucun cadeau à offrir à sa grand-mère pour Noël. Mais, sa Maman a une solution. Est-ce que la grand-mère d’Alexandra aimera son cadeau? Alexandra’s Christmas Surprise is related in English and French with amazing colour illustrations. Plus, at the end of the book, there are questions and key words for the children to discuss the story.
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ALEXANDRA’S CHRISTMAS SURPRISE LA SURPRISE DE NOËL D’ALEXANDRA JUST IMAGINE CHILDREN’S STORIES / HISTOIRES POUR ENFANTS Alexandra has a problem: she doesn’t have a Christmas present for her grandma. But, her mommy has a solution. Will Alexandra’s grandma like her present? Alexandra a un problème : elle n’a aucun cadeau à offrir à sa grand-mère pour Noël. Mais, sa Maman a une solution. Est-ce que la grand-mère d’Alexandra aimera son cadeau? Alexandra’s Christmas Surprise is related in English and French, and has some amazing pictures for children to colour. At the end of the book is a list of questions and keywords, plus a space for children to write their own story. Written by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour Illustrations by Kate Pellerin Cover layout by Terry Davis
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Detective Toby Mystery Book Series Camden Gale and his sister, Emma, have had a tough life. Camden has become paranoid/delusional about everything and everyone around him, and he and Emma are always moving. When things begin to heat up for Camden on the West Coast, he takes a job at a new gym in the small city of Brantford, Ontario. However, Camden, who is hoping for a fresh start, is losing complete control of his emotions. Does Camden stand a chance of keeping his dark deeds a secret when he and Emma move next door to a retired police officer and an overzealous orange tabby cat by the name of Toby? - Detective Toby! Toby has a feline sense for solving crimes, and the moment he meets Camden, he smells trouble! "Are You Listening to Me? is a murder mystery with a comedic, feline twist! Written by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour Cover Art by Jennifer Bettio Edited by Bethany Jamieson Are You Listening to Me is now available in audible - click here
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Bedtime Stories Bedtime Stories is a delightful collection of children’s stories from the Just Imagine Children’s Stories collection. Any family having more than one child will appreciate the wide age range these stories encompass––from tiny tots to early teens. Written by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour Cover layout by Josef Stevens, Smashing Pixels
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Boy in the Arcade by Canadian author, R. Jetleb Fourteen-year-old Ben Chapman loves video games. His deepest desire is to make a career in video gaming. However, Ben’s parents think video games are nothing more than a hobby, and Ben hasn’t been able to convince them otherwise. When a video game tournament opportunity presents itself, Ben tries to figure out a way to enter it without telling his parents. He wants the chance to win the $5000 prize! Things become complicated for Ben when his parents insist he take a summer landscaping job with his uncle. To top that off, there is the interference of a bully at the arcade––someone Ben used to be friends with. Ben’s summer becomes a precarious house of lies. He’s not being truthful to his family or best friend, Akito. Will Ben be able to juggle his dream without getting hurt? Will he be able to cooperate with the three strangers he’s been partnered with in the competition? Will Ben be able to hide his secret from his parents? Will he repair the damage he’s done to his best friend? Or will Ben’s house of cards come crashing down when his secret love for gaming is exposed? Boy in the Arcade is now available in Audible - click here
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CHARLIE AND THE ELVES JUST IMAGINE CHILDREN’S STORIES Charlie and The Elves has amazing coloured illustrations. Charlie has a great imagination! However, his grandmother does not. Can he convince her that elves are real, or will this be his forever secret?
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CHARLIE AND THE ELVES CHARLIE ET LES LUTINS JUST IMAGINE CHILDREN’S STORIES / HISTOIRES POUR ENFANTS Charlie has a great imagination! However, his grandmother does not. Can he convince her that elves are real, or will this be his forever secret? Charlie a une grande imagination! Cependant, sa grand-mère n’a pas une grande imagination. Peut-il la convaincre que les lutins sont vrais ou bien est-ce que ceci sera son secret éternel? Charlie and The Elves is told in English and French and has amazing coloured illustrations. Plus, at the end of the book, there are questions and key words! Written by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour Illustrated by Kate Pellerin Cover layout by Terry Davis
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CHARLIE AND THE ELVES CHARLIE ET LES LUTINS JUST IMAGINE CHILDREN’S STORIES / HISTOIRES POUR ENFANTS Charlie has a great imagination! However, his grandmother does not. Can he convince her that elves are real, or will this be his forever secret? Charlie a une grande imagination! Cependant, sa grand-mère n’a pas une grande imagination. Peut-il la convaincre que les lutins sont vrais ou bien est-ce que ceci sera son secret éternel? Charlie and The Elves is told in English and French and has some amazing pictures for the children to colour. At the end of the story are questions and key words, and an area for children to write their own story. Written by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour Illustrated by Kate Pellerin Cover layout by Terry Davis
Mary has published, five poetry anthologies and two collections of short stories. She also writes children’s stories, novels, plays, and songs.
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