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Winner of The World’s Best Book Awards,

The First Unicorn is more than just a charming story; it is an invitation to believe in the extraordinary power of kindness. In a world that often confuses magic with miracles, Shields reminds us that true wonder is found not in illusions but in acts of love and selflessness. This book does not just tell a story—it calls upon its readers, young and old, to be better, to give more, and perhaps, just perhaps, to earn a golden horn of their own.

Chrysalis BREW Book Award

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

I just WON the Chrysalis BREW Book Award for the Inspirational Book of the Year!
“The First Unicorn” makes a significant contribution to children’s literature by reintroducing the unicorn as a symbol of purity and goodness, rather than just a mythical creature. It embodies positivity and encourages readers to believe in miracles and the power of kindness. Shields’ storytelling not only entertains but also instills valuable life lessons, ensuring that this book will be cherished by readers for generations to come. – The Chrysalis BREW Project

How to Write, Market & Sell Children’s B

Are you an aspiring children’s book author eager to see your stories in print? Discover the ultimate guide that takes you from idea to successful publication. “How to Write, Market and Sell Children’s Books” is your comprehensive companion through every stage of the publishing journey. Packed with 460 pages of invaluable insights accumulated over 24 years in the industry, this book leaves no stone unturned.

How to Write, Market & Sell Children’s B

Are you an aspiring children’s book author eager to see your stories in print? Discover the ultimate guide that takes you from idea to successful publication. “How to Write, Market and Sell Children’s Books” is your comprehensive companion through every stage of the publishing journey. Packed with 460 pages of invaluable insights accumulated over 24 years in the industry, this book leaves no stone unturned.

The First Unicorn wins its First (of man...

The First Unicorn wins the Literary Titan Book Award

“Your book deserves extraordinary praise!” I am super happy to announce that my latest book, “The First Unicorn” has won its first book award! While I am not surprised, as I feel this story has so much inspiration and guidance to give, I am humbled to know that it was chosen to receive an award. […]

The Decorative Box – Funny Story

Once upon a time there was an ultra-fancy, intricately designed, decorative box. It shined on the store shelf and screamed at me those taunting words “come buy me!” So gladly, I did. I brought it home and I was so proud of it. I then looked around at my house and paused. Where will I put this beautifully designed box? On a side table? On a shelf? In my closet?

The 3 C’s of Life – another poem

Choices – Chances – Changes If you make a choice to take a chance, to change your life for good, Will the chance you chose to take, turn out to be the one you should? And how do you know which chance to choose, if change is so uncertain, Cause the change you chose to […]

Grand-daddy may I ask you… a poem

Grand-daddy may I ask you, why is the sky so high? Because the birds, with feathered wings, need places they can fly. Grand-daddy may I ask you, why is the sky so blue? Because my boy, it’s one of those things, that yellow would not do. Grand-daddy may I ask you, why is the grass […]

Your imagination may resolve a fight but...

That is what my horoscope said the other day. It didn’t necessarily correspond to the situations of that day, but it is SO me! When I was younger, whenever someone upset me, whenever my mom told me to do something I didn’t want to do, whenever things weren’t going right; instead of saying something aloud […]

The Night the Fog Rolled in – a short st

With Halloween among us and a recent discovery made, I decided to share this short story with my followers.  I wrote this story for a creative writing class in High School in 1992. My mom helped me edit it and I didn’t change a thing. I hope you all enjoy reading it.  If you enjoy […]

The case of the missing sock

Last night my husband asked if I was missing a sock – as he had found one on the floor.  That brought a very interesting question to my mind:  Is everybody missing a sock? Even when you find a sock, you are missing a sock. Follow me here:  A found sock does not mean it […]