BOOKS PUBLISHED IN 2023 and 2024
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* These books are listed from most recent through those published at the beginning of the year.
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* Many of these also have ebook versions
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(Books published that have more than one story are listed on my books published with more than one story page at https://heart4jesusandty.wixsite.com/selenasauthorpage/blank-page-7 page )
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On A Mission
ISBN: 978-1-300-82144-1
I believe we all have a purpose. We all have gifts and talents. We all have a mission. Many do not know what their mission is. I know what my gifts are. I know what my mission is. I believe I have two missions and two purposes. I have included some messages I made in graphic form. I also have included some of my photos.
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On A Mission
The Children's Book
ISBN: 978-1-300-82309-4
Katie had a disability since childhood. She was in constant pain. After she believed in the Lord, she had hope. She felt she had a purpose and a mission. A few of my photos are included.
Committed To The Lord
Scriptures And Devotions
ISBN: 978-1-300-86755-5
Included are Bible Scriptures and image devotions I made up about honoring the Lord.
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Heroes & Magic
ISBN: 978-1-300-87097-5
"Heroes & Magic" has fairies and people that can fly. At 12-years-old, Ty helps a family. After they fly away, Ty collapses. Jandro apprears. Until they are 18, Ty and Gabriel (also 12) live with fairies in a house. When they are 18, Jandro wants them to have more. He finds a man that is not a fairy to protect them. Jandro and the fairies keep watching out for Ty and Gabriel. Gabriel and Ty start to make friends. They start to have a 'normal life'.
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Rescued Cousins
ISBN: 978-1-300-89786-6
Three 8-year-old cousins were rescued from dangerous situations. Kye was rescued from his mother and his abusive stepfather. Gabriel was rescued from his depressed mother that neglected him. Ty was rescued from people that kidnapped him when he was a baby. Kye moved in with his father. Gabriel moved in with his father and his half-brother (Jye). Ty moved in with his parents and his twin brother (John James). When they are 18, Wayne wants the five of them to work at his community center. Wayne knows a lot but never tells how he knows. Kye is still angry but is protective of his family. Jye is protective and extra protective of Gabriel. John James is well balanced. Gabriel and Ty always want to help everyone.
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Helping The Hurting
ISBN: 978-1-304-02635-4
At 8-years-old, Gabriel is in the hospital with cancer. He tries to be friends with Ty (8) who is also in the hospital. Ty runs off. When still in the hospital, Gabriel meets his birth father and his brother (Jye, 8). Ty gets adopted by Michael. Years later, Gabriel is still worried about Ty. An unknown man tells Michael that Gabriel still wants to be Ty's friend. He tells Michael the Church Gabriel goes to. When Gabriel sees Ty, he tells Ty he wants to be his friend. Ty runs off crying. In the parking lot, Ty has a breakdown in front of Michael. Gabriel and his family run over. Ty starts revealing what he went through before being adopted. Even though Ty never says anything, Gabriel, his brother, his cousins, and his family continue to visit Ty. When they are 18, Ty starts to volunteer at the Church where Gabriel's cousin John James (18) is the Pastor. He starts to try to let them in.
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Brotherly Guided
ISBN: 978-1-304-11746-5
Jeremy started raising his younger brothers when their grandfather died. Their grandfather left them his house and his store. Five years later, Jeremy is 23. Gabriel and Ty are 18. The three still live in their grandfather's house. They still run his store. Jeremy acts like the father. Gabriel acts like the counselor. Ty acts like the fixer. The three are always concerned about the other two. It is just the three of them. An unknown protector has always been watching. After Gabriel and Ty save two cousins during a bad storm new friends start looking for them.
Abandoned Then Discovered
ISBN: 978-1-304-17013-2
At 8-years-old, Gabriel and Ty live alone in the house. They never see their parents. When they are 12, Wayne rescues them in the middle of the night when the house is on fire. He takes them in. Soon he has Michael adopt Gabriel and Ty. After they are adopted, Wayne reveals Michael is their birth father. When they are 18, Wayne reveals Gabriel and Ty have uncles and cousins. Michael is a loving father. Gabriel opens up quickly. Ty is unsure. Wayne never stops protecting Gabriel and Ty.
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Why Do You Follow
ISBN: 978-1-304-27150-1
Why do you follow? Have you thought about that?
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Hold On
Book of Poems, Lyrics, and Character Quotes
ISBN: 978-1-304-30596-1
This book has been put together for those that are hurting. I have included some of my poems, lyrics, and character quotes to try to help a little. Some are included to help you know you are not alone. Some are included to try to ease a little of your pain. Do not give up. You are not alone.
How Do You Follow
ISBN: 978-1-304-30817-7
How do you follow who you follow? It is important. Do you follow your way or their way? Some of my photos are in this book.
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Who Do You Follow
ISBN: 978-1-304-30903-7
Who do you follow? Do you ever think about it? We all follow someone or something. The question is who or what and why? Some of my photos are included in this book.
Healing Friend
Children's Book
ISBN: 978-1-304-31042-2
Gabriel was sick with cancer but he wanted to help everyone else. One day, he went in to see Ty. Ty always seemed sad. Gabriel would not give up on Ty. This book includes some of my photos plus two of my character drawings.
Healing Adoptive Love
ISBN: 978-1-304-32508-2
"Healing Adoptive Love" continues the story of "Inspiring Adoptive Love".
"Healing Adoptive Love" focuses on Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty. They met at the orphanage when they were 8-years-old. When they are 18, they still live with their adopted father Michael. Jye's birth father (Chris) lives there too. Kye is still angry but is protective of his brothers. Jye and John James act as the leaders. Jye is also protective. John James is well balanced. Gabriel is extremely sweet. Ty still struggles emotionally. Gabriel and Ty always wants to help. Michael is a loving father. Chris says the five are his sons as well as Michael's son. Wayne is still watching out for Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty.
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Get Through the Pain
Book of Lyrics & Quotes
ISBN: 978-1-304-35636-9
This book has been put together for those that are hurting. I have put some of my lyrics and character quotes in here to try to help even a little. Some lyrics are included to try to help you know you are not alone. Some lyrics are included to try to ease a little of your pain. Do not give up. You are not alone.
Now I Believe
ISBN: 978-1-304-40239-4
This is a little of how I felt and a little of how I feel. It is a little of what I believed and what I believe. "Now I Believe" has some of my deep thoughts. I included a little Scripture, a few of my character quotes, and a few of my poems.
Hang In There
Book of Poems & Quotes
ISBN: 978-1-304-42715-1
This book has been put together for those that are hurting. I have put some of my poems and character quotes in here to try to help even a little. Some poems are included to try to help you know you are not alone. Some poems are included to try to ease a little of your pain. Do not give up. You are not alone.
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Continued Devoted Belief
ISBN: 978-1-304-43313-8
"Continued Devoted Belief" continues the story of "Devoted Belief". "Continued Devoted Belief" revolves around Church and family. This story focuses a lot on Gabriel and Ty. Gabriel continues to live with Jase, Olivia, Chris, John James, Ty, and Nick. Since learning Gabriel is family, his father (Chris) and brother (Jye) have become over protective. Gabriel is close to his brother Jye plus Ty and his brothers (John James and Nick). John James and Gabriel are devoted in their beliefs. Gabriel and Ty always want to help others. Wayne continues to watch over Gabriel and Ty.
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Still Finding Balance
ISBN: 978-1-304-51812-5
"Still Finding Balance" continues the story of "Finding Balance". The story revolves around three 18-year-old brothers (John James, Gabriel, and Ty), their 9-year-old brother (Nick), their mother (Olivia), and their father (Jase). They are close with their 18-year-old cousins Kye and Jye. John James hopes now that the three of them run the Church that Gabriel and Ty will find balance. Gabriel and Ty always want to help. Their parents and brother are concerned they
overdo it. Wayne continues to watch over Gabriel and Ty.
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Inspiring Influence-The Children's Book
ISBN: 978-1-6781-6694-6
(children's book)
This children’s book is based on my "Inspiring Influence" books. John James and Gabriel were adopted at the age of 10 by Michael. While at the park, Gabriel noticed Ty. Ty ran off when Michael walked over. Years later, they found Ty in the ER. Michael quickly adopted Ty. When they are 18 John James, Gabriel, and Ty still live with Michael. This book has some photos and a couple drawings.
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Love In Action-The Children's Book
ISBN: 978-1-304-58908-8
(children's book)
This children’s book is based on my “Love In Action” books. Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty were taken in as foster kids by Michael. Michael wanted to adopt all five. He learned Kye and Jye were his nephews. Michael adopted John James, Gabriel, and Ty. This book has some photos and a couple drawings.
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Thin Line To Different
(children's book)
ISBN: 978-1-304-64973-7
What is normal? What is different? Why is different bad? This children's book includes drawings of characters.
Heroic Companions
(children's book)
ISBN: 978-1-304-65309-3
Ty was a hero that raised heroic companions. They were loyal pets as well as loyal heroes. This children's book contains a few drawings of characters plus photos of pets I had.
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How Can I Help
(children's book)
ISBN: 978-1-304-73384-9
Have you ever wondered if there are people that want to help? "How Can I Help" tells of two that always want to help.
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Why Are You So
(children's book)
ISBN: 978-1-304-72939-2
John James and Gabriel want to know why Kye is so angry. Kye wants to know why Gabriel and Ty are so sweet. See what they say when they are asked in "Why Are You So". This children's book includes drawings.
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Art, Drawings, & Photos
ISBN: 978-1-304-73457-0
Contents: Art, Drawings, Photos, Prayer, About Me, Links
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Art, Drawings, & PhotosBlack And White Version
ISBN: 978-1-304-73433-4
Inspired By The Characters
ISBN: 978-1-304-73489-1
Contents: Character Drawings, Character Quotes, Lyrics For The Characters, Poems Inspired By The Characters, Prayer, About Me, Links
My Heart
ISBN: 978-1-304-73745-8
Contents: About Me, My Heart, My Past, My Beliefs, My Gifts, Poems, Lyrics, Poems Inspired By My Characters, Lyrics Inspired By My Characters, Some Character Quotes, A Few Drawings, A Few Photos, A Little Art, Prayer, Links
Found And Rescued
ISBN: 978-1-304-76897-1
"Found And Rescued" focuses on Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty. When they are 13 they are the only survivors of a plane crash. They are on an island. Wayne finds them. He takes them to his mansion. Wayne makes sure their health is stable then approaches Michael. Michael adopts Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty. Kye is angry. Ty is quiet and unsure. When they are 18, they still live at Michael's house. Wayne introduces Jye to his birth father. His birth father (Chris) moves into Michael's house. Wayne continues to watch out for Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty.
Devoted Belief
ISBN: 978-1-304-87783-3
"Devoted Belief" revolves around Church and family. John James (18) is a Pastor. Ty (18) fixes and builds things. Gabriel (18) works part time at the hospital. "Devoted Belief" starts off with Gabriel telling John James about the Sabbath. Gabriel becomes friends with John James, Ty, and their brother (Nick, 9). When Gabriel and Ty are hurt in a fire John James' parents (Jase and Olivia) insist Gabriel stay there since his parents are never around. One day at the hospital, Chris (Jase's brother) hears Gabriel's father tell Gabriel he is not his father. Chris learns he knew Gabriel's mother and has Gabriel tested. Chris is Gabriel's birth father. Jase, Olivia, Chris, Chris's son (Jye, 18), John James, Gabriel, Ty, and Nick stay at Jase's house. Gabriel and Ty always try to help others. Wayne watches over them without them knowing.
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Deprogrammed, Loved, And Protected
ISBN: 978-1-312-11828-7
"Deprogrammed, Loved, And Protected" revolves around Gabriel and Ty. When they were 13, Wayne called Michael. He told Michael he wanted Michael to adopt Gabriel and Ty. Wayne said he deprogrammed them and they had no family. That morning, Gabriel and Ty walked into Michael's office. Michael immediately took Gabriel and Ty to his home. Michael treated Gabriel and Ty with a lot of love. Five years later, Gabriel and Ty still live at Michael's house with Michael, Chris (Michael's brother), and Jye (Chris' son). Wayne continues to watch out for Gabriel and Ty.
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T&G
ISBN: 978-1-312-06509-3
"T&G" focuses on Ty and Gabriel. Ty was abused by his father. Gabriel was emotionally abused by his father. Wayne noticed Ty when he was sleeping in an alley. When Ty was 12 he woke up in a hotel room. A note said he was safe and everything was paid for. A year later, Gabriel came to the hotel. He received a note. A box was left outside the door. Gabriel used one of the cell phones to call the number given. Wayne said everything was being paid for and he would keep them safe. When they are 18, Ty and Gabriel still live in the hotel. Ty gets badly hurt protecting Nick (9). Nick's uncle Michael moves Ty and Gabriel into his house. Wayne continues watching over Ty and Gabriel.
Beyond Gifted
ISBN: 978-1-312-11181-3
"Beyond Gifted" focuses on Ty and Gabriel. When they were 12-years-old they met at the school for the gifted. They graduated but their parents did not want them to come home. Ty and Gabriel worked at the school so they could live there. When they were 16, they got a job at a toy store. The owner (Michael) was concerned that Ty and Gabriel had no family support. He invited them to live with him. Two years later, they still live at Michael's house. Michael asks Wayne to find Ty's and Gabriel's parents. Wayne finds that Ty and Gabriel have the same birth father. Their father (Chris) and brother (Jye) move into Michael's house. Michael continues to treat Ty and Gabriel as his sons. Wayne continues to watch over Ty and Gabriel.
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Character Quotes, Character Conversations, & Character Scenes
ISBN: 978-1-312-17051-3
Included in this book are character quotes, character conversations, and scenes from some of my published books.
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Inspiring Adoptive Love
ISBN: 978-1-312-19215-7
"Inspiring Adoptive Love" focuses on Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty. They met at the orphanage when they were 8-years-old. Ty tried to run away. Gabriel stopped him. John James said the five of them have a bond as brothers no matter what. They stuck together. John James realized Ty and Gabriel needed more than they could give. He received a note in his school locker. John James went to see Michael because the note said Michael was a good counselor and really cared about people. Michael adopted Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty that day. He instantly loved the five of them. Ten years later they all still live at Michael's house. Jye meets his birth father (Chris). He says he has two fathers (Michael and Chris). Jye will not leave his brothers (Kye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty). Chris moves in Michael's house. Wayne continues to look out for Ty.
Finding Balance
ISBN: 978-1-312-26019-1
"Finding Balance" focuses on three 18-year-old brothers (John James, Gabriel, and Ty), their 9-year-old brother (Nick), and their parents (Jase and Olivia). Gabriel and Ty graduate high school years early. John James graduates high school a couple years early. John James becomes an Assistant Pastor then a Head Pastor. Jase is reunited with his brothers that he has not seen since his parents' divorce. The family instantly becomes close. Jase and Olivia have conversations with Gabriel and Ty about working too hard. John James tell them they are great at many things and have trouble figuring out what one thing they want to do. He tells them they need to find balance. Gabriel and Ty focus on others. They always want to help. Wayne notices Ty. He starts protecting Ty and Gabriel.
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Heroic King
ISBN: 978-1-312-37935-0
"Heroic King" starts off with Ty at 8-years-old at a private cemetary. Two days later, he is alone at the park. Gabriel (8) tries to reach out. Ty runs off. When Ty is 18, he is still alone. Wayne tells Ty his mother had family. Ty does not go to find them so Wayne brings them to him. They learn Ty has been running the country alone since his parents died ten years ago. His family also learns of Ty's heroics. Two of Ty's uncles and two of Ty's cousins become his security. Two of his uncles become his advisors. Gabriel continues to reach out to Ty as his cousin and his friend.
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Royally Unknown
ISBN: 978-1-312-42525-5
"Royally Unknown" starts off with Gabriel (8) and Ty (8) at the park. Gabriel wants to know if Ty is okay. Ty runs off. Gabriel is taken back to the castle. Ty works at the castle without anyone knowing. When Ty is 18, he learns he has been lied to all his life. Ty learns who he is. The King, Princess, and Prince learn all Ty has done without anyone knowing. They treat Ty with kindness.
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Raised And Protected
ISBN: 978-1-312-52735-5
"Raised And Protected" starts off with Wayne finding Ty and Gabriel when they were 6-months-old. Their family was killed. Wayne and his brothers (Jacen and Henry) are the only family Ty and Gabriel have ever known. Wayne is extremely protective of Ty and Gabriel. He is overly cautious. Wayne is also overly generous when it comes to Ty and Gabriel. When Ty is 18, he gets shot protecting people at the school. The family of Angela (22), Kye (18), Jye (18), John James (18), and Nick (9) are grateful. At first, Wayne only lets John James visit Ty and Gabriel. Slowly, he lets more of the family come. John James' father
(Jase) tries to befriend Wayne.
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Healing The Lost
ISBN: 978-1-312-62015-5
"Healing The Lost" continues the story of "Finding The Lost". At 12-years-old Gabriel and Ty are living in an abandoned building with Ty's brother (Nick, 3). Wayne watches out for them without them knowing. Jeremy (18) gets a note saying his brothers are living in an abandoned building. He is given custody and takes them to live with him. When Gabriel and Ty are 18 they live in a house with Jeremy and Nick plus Gabriel's newly found father (Chris) and brother (Jye). Jye says they are one family. Chris and Jye are overprotective. Wayne continues to look out for Gabriel and Ty. Jacen and Henry also start looking out for them. Gabriel and Ty focus on others. Their family and friends try to help them heal.
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Continued Love In Action
ISBN: 978-1-312-75372-3
"Continued Love In Action" continues the story of "Love In Action" and "Inspiring Love In Action".
When they are 8-years-old Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty go to live at Michael's house. Kye and Ty were taken from abusive homes. Jye's mother died. He never knew his father. John James and Gabriel were orphans. Michael adopted John James, Gabriel, and Ty. They learned Kye is Michael's brother Nate's son. They learned Jye is Michael's brother Chris' son. When Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty are 18 they still live at Michael's house with Michael. Nate and Chris live there too. Kye still struggles with being angry. He does not understand why Gabriel and Ty are so sweet. Ty still struggles with getting past the pain. Jye tries to protect everyone. John James tries to guide everyone. Wayne continues to protect Gabriel and Ty. His brothers (Jacen and Henry) also start protecting them.
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Finding The Lost
ISBN: 978-1-365-16335-7
"Finding The Lost" focuses on Gabriel, Ty, and Nick. Ty runs away from an abusive home. He takes Nick with him. Gabriel is kicked out. At 12-years-old Gabriel and Ty are living with Nick (3) in an abandoned building. Wayne starts looking out for them. Only Nick sees Wayne. Jeremy (18) gets a note saying his brothers are living in an abandoned building and that he was given custody of them. Jeremy immediately goes to the abandoned building. He takes Gabriel, Ty, and Nick to his apartment. Wayne continues to look out for Gabriel, Ty, and Nick.
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Inspiring Love In Action
ISBN: 978-1-365-80161-7
"Inspiring Love In Action" continues the story of "Love In Action". Michael takes in five 8-year-old boys (Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty) to foster. They learn Michael's brother Nate is the birth father of Kye. They learn Michael's brother Chris is the birth father of Jye. Michael adopts John James, Gabriel, and Ty. Jye decides he needs to protect Ty, Gabriel, and John James. Kye does not understand why Ty is not angry or why Gabriel is so sweet. Ten years later, Michael, Nate, Chris, Kye, Jye, John James, Gabriel, and Ty still live at Michael's house. Kye still does not understand why Ty is not angry or why Gabriel is so sweet. Ty still struggles to get over the hurt of his past. Wayne continues to protect Ty and Gabriel.
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Guardian And Family Protected
ISBN: 978-1-387-13746-6
"Guardian And Family Protected" continues the story of "Guardian Protected". Wayne adopts Ty and Gabriel when they are 12. When they are 18, they still live at Wayne's mansion. Wayne lets Gabriel's father and brother move in. He lets Ty's brothers move in. Wayne continues to stress he is the father of Ty and Gabriel. He refers to the others as their birth family. Wayne continues to be extremely protective of Ty and Gabriel. Gabriel's father Chris is too. He calls Ty his son. Jye calls Ty his brother. Jacen and Henry call Gabriel their brother. Wayne is always watching. Wayne, Jacen, and Henry show they are not to be messed with. Anyone that tries to hurt Ty or Gabriel will have to deal with Wayne, Jacen, and Henry.
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Truly Noticed
ISBN: 978-1-387-31434-8
"Truly Noticed" continues the story of "Finally Noticed". Gabriel and his family consider Ty their family. Ty said he will stay at Chris' house until he has healed. Chris calls Ty his son. Jye and Gabriel call Ty their brother. Ty is still used to being alone. Gabriel and his family continue to do all they can to help Ty heal physically and emotionally. Wayne continues to protect Ty and Gabriel. They know little more than his name but Wayne is always there when they need protecting. Ty learns he has two brothers. Jacen and Henry are instantly protective of Ty and Gabriel.