BEAUMONT, Calif., Sept. 14, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inspired by the growing up years she had in the company of her grandmother, author Jennifer Jeanne Marshall offers readers an amusing yet poignant work. A picture book released through Xlibris, Great Goose And The Four Little Sisters tells a fascinating story of the special bond shared between four granddaughters and their grandmother.
In the delightful book that caters to both children and adults, Marshall shares through a whimsical narration how she and her sisters felt the endearing love their grandmother Vera had for them. The four little girls fancily called their grandmother The Great Goose. Great Goose on the other hand, came up with different nicknames for each of them, all of which were gestures of her special affection. She always had a helpful view on life, training the younger ones to be prepared for any tribulations. Marshall now selflessly shares to every reader the wisdom that Great Goose had imparted to her and her sisters. She wrote this book to share with her family and with the world the celebration and honor that one grandmother deserves.
Throughout the pages of Great Goose And The Four Little Sisters, readers will be introduced to Cheryl Ann, the youngest of the four girls whom Great Goose named after a tug boat; Bonnie Yvonne, whose nickname was also a song; Lois Margarite, Great Goose's Little Indian Princess; and Jennifer Jeanne. Find out if the eldest girl's nickname had anything to do with kittens. Discover Great Goose's insightful view on life, and find out how she came up with the girls' nicknames.
With nostalgic photos that support the vibrant illustrations, Great Goose And The Four Little Sisters offers a great bonding activity that enhances good grand parenting. Discover a new form of affection and find out why nicknames are symbols of a person's special love for someone.
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About the Author
Jennifer Jeanne Marshall was born on November 6, 1947 on Bainbridge Island, Washington. She was brought up mainly in southern California and makes her home there today. The family moved around a lot, so the schooling reflects this. Three years were spent in East St. Louis, Illinois going to Warren G. Harding elementary school. She graduated from Arcata High School in Arcata, California, and graduated from Long Beach City College in Long Beach, California. The author has always worked as a licensed Cosmetologist and for a couple of years, an Esthetician and Cosmetology Instructor.
Great Goose And The Four Little Sisters * by Jennifer Jeanne Marshall
Publication Date: August 12, 2009
Picture Book; $21.99; 30 pages; 978-1-4415-3611-2
Picture Book Hardcover; $31.99; 30 pages; 978-1-4415-3612-9
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