Book Love
Read This…®Series
Guided Journals to Capture Life’s Treasures!
Read This…® When I’m Dead
“By the time hospice came into my mom’s life, she could not tell me her wishes. Luckily we had talked about a lot before she got sick. An organized format like this book to record her last thoughts, final wishes and all of her stories would have been so helpful. Don’t delay!”
-Cathy Fuchs, Elementary School Teacher
“Our clients really enjoy this book. It helps guide them in preparing and organizing documents, telling their unique stories and expressing their final wishes. It’s a great resource for having a meaningful conversation!”
-Scott Boswell, President and CEO of The Commerce Trust Company, West Region
Read This…® On Our Anniversary
“When customers come in looking for a wedding gift, an engagement party gift, or a bridal shower gift, we go straight to this gorgeous book. It is the perfect way remember special moments throughout a couple’s relationship. Just grab a pretty red bow and a card of congratulations!”
- Tonya, Hallmark Gold Crown Store Manager
Read This…® On Your Birthday
“We mix lots of happy and fun books among the clothing and furniture. This colorful book is unlike the others. It is a quick way to jot down how a kid celebrates each birthday, starting as early as when you first meet the baby. Each year, following the prompts, you record favorite foods, friends, even goals and accomplishments of the youngster. Most certainly celebrations and parties! On that 21st birthday, wrap it up and give it to the child, for a life summary. It’s a wonderful gift for new mommies and daddies, new grandparents, new godparents, aunties and uncles…really anyone who has a baby in their life to love and cherish!”
- Pamela DiCapo, Lauren Alexandra Baby Store owner operator
Read This…® About My House
“Just keeping track of those pesky paint chip colors makes this book worth its weight in gold. Tracking renovations, using the maintenance minder, contemplating future improvements, capturing stories of fun, and even the adventures with pets. This is the story of your home…and likely your single biggest asset. We use it as a closing gift for our real estate clients. It is also a wonderful gift for new homeowners and anyone who is brave enough to tackle DIY projects.”
- Dan Martin, Kansas City Realty Services
The Sam Series©
Adventures of a shelter dog for early readers.
Sam Gets Adopted
“We so enjoyed hosting Annie and Rainy Day Books for the launch of Sam Gets Adopted. It was a beautiful bright sunny day, just like the first page of Sam’s book. Friends, family, and dogs were everywhere. Just the way we like it!”
- Leib Dodell, Bar K Dog Bar
Sparking creativity - Maggie creates and illustrates a story inspired by Sam Gets Adopted.
“Annie Presley writes stories with passion and purpose. Annie shares her expertise and insights into life's challenges in her “Read This…®” Series of Guided Journals. Annie now shares her empathetic and sympathetic heartfelt family stories of their life journey and life lessons with their dog Sam. Look to Annie to take the readers on adventurous journeys with her Dog Spirit "Sam" Series.”
~ Roger Doeren, Rainy Day Books, owner operator
"My son and I read the book recently and both really enjoyed it! The story was one full of hope and love. I enjoyed watching my son's emotions through the entire book. He got sad with Sam as family after family passed him by, then hopeful when a family stopped to see him. And most of all-big smiles and happy tears (from me) when he found a forever home. I think it's a great story for all ages to remember to stay persistent-a breakthrough is coming!"
~ Heather Markway, influencer and blogger at www.LifeGardenStyle.com
“This is a wonderful and inspirational book! The illustrations are awesome as well. It's a great reminder that there are so many furry friends that need a forever home. Can't wait for the other books to come out!”
-Susan Donohue
“My son loves dogs, so the story of Sam is one he loves! Great illustrations with a very lovable character, too!”
-Dara Witte
“Gifted “Sam Gets Adopted” for my granddaughter, Olivia Marie’s birthday! She loved reading it to her birthday pooch, Gunner! Precious memory... precious story... precious illustrations!”
-Marie Haggard
“This is a heart-warming tale of an older dog in a shelter who gets a forever home. Perfect to read to younger children.”
-Wanda Chinnery
Book review from iPetsKC.com
Praise for the Sam Series.
Sam Gets Adopted was started by the story of a little family who wanted to open their home to a dog. Rescuing Sam from his shelter led to a lifetime of memories together and an early readers series all about his adventures. Families everywhere are guaranteed to enjoy this book about a real family and a real dog.
Click HERE to purchase Sam Gets Adopted.
Praise for Read This…® When I’m Dead
The Read This… Series was started by two writers who wanted to share their experiences handling life milestones such as home-owning, kids, marriage and death.
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Read This…® Series.