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Erin Go Bragh Publishing small press publisher of educational books.

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God has blessed me with these talents and I want to share his gifts.

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Almost everyone knows what a unicorn is, but do you know where they came from? Who was the first unicorn? How did he get his golden horn? And why did others follow in his footsteps? Aden is an energetic young horse, who believes that giving of his time and gifts is the best way to share hope in the world. One evening, he is visited by an angel who bestows a gift of gold upon his forehead, “You cannot see or spend it. It’s for others to behold.” However, when he returns home that evening, the herd sees the horn as a weapon and chases him away. Sad but not deterred, Aden continues to offer a helping hand and care for others with his horn. However, when his mother is injured, he discovers his horn can perform miracles. It was that first miracle that softened the hearts of the others and inspired them to follow in his hoof-prints and lead a God-filled life as well. This story is about love, acceptance, kindness and giving. It is the story of the First Unicorn and how God’s creation would succeed at greatness. “Anything is possible if love is what you choose. Miracles can happen if you share the good news.”

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The Painting 2, second book of the inspirational Painting Trilogy by author Kathleen J. Shields

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Kathleen ShieldsSeptember 12, 2024

BREW Children’s Book Excellence Award, Inspirational Book of the Year

Chrysalis BREW Book Award

I just WON the Chrysalis BREW Book Award for the...

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Kathleen ShieldsSeptember 6, 2024

How to Write, Market & Sell Children’s Books – All About the Book

Are you an aspiring children's book author eager to see...

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Kathleen ShieldsAugust 19, 2024

How to Write, Market & Sell Children’s Books

Are you an aspiring children's book author eager to see...

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Kathleen ShieldsJuly 18, 2024

The 5300 Year History of Unicorns and Bible Scripture since 1395

Unicorns have been written about, described, sketched and drawn for...

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Kathleen ShieldsJanuary 16, 2024

The First Unicorn wins the Literary Titan Book Award

The First Unicorn wins its First (of many) Book Awards!

“Your book deserves extraordinary praise!” I am super happy to...

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Kathleen ShieldsSeptember 6, 2023

The Decorative Box – Funny Story

Once upon a time there was an ultra-fancy, intricately designed,...

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Kathleen ShieldsSeptember 4, 2023

Almost everyone knows what a unicorn is, but do you know where they came from? Who was the first unicorn? How did he get his golden horn? And why did others follow in his footsteps? Aden is an energetic young horse, who believes that giving of his time and gifts is the best way to share hope in the world. One evening, he is visited by an angel who bestows a gift of gold upon his forehead, “You cannot see or spend it. It’s for others to behold.” However, when he returns home that evening, the herd sees the horn as a weapon and chases him away. Sad but not deterred, Aden continues to offer a helping hand and care for others with his horn. However, when his mother is injured, he discovers his horn can perform miracles. It was that first miracle that softened the hearts of the others and inspired them to follow in his hoof-prints and lead a God-filled life as well. This story is about love, acceptance, kindness and giving. It is the story of the First Unicorn and how God’s creation would succeed at greatness. “Anything is possible if love is what you choose. Miracles can happen if you share the good news.”

The First Unicorn – See the Illustrations

The First Unibear may have been my Mona Lisa... but...

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Kathleen ShieldsJuly 19, 2023