Book Feature: WOMEN IN SCIENCE Who Changed the World by Heidi Poelman

While cleaning out emails that missed my notice during the busy days of late winter and early spring, I came across this request to feature a new children's book. The publisher claimed the author thought my blog would be a good match. I am familiar with Heidi Poelman by name. However, to say her children's books are anywhere near the same genre for which I write under my pen name -- American historical sweet romance -- is a stretch. 

I did look at the author's website and was intrigued by her books. They are offered in board book (print) format as well as in ebook. Although geared for the youngest of the young reading or listening audience, they appear to cover topics of worth to people of all ages. For those of us with children, grandchildren, or nieces and nephews, they are definitely worth considering as additions to a child's library. 

Perhaps I should research some of these great people featured in Ms. Poelman's books and consider working them into some of my adult historical romance fiction.

Although I was asked to feature Women in Science Who Changed the World, I felt impressed to provide the links to a few more of her books:

 

Women in Science Who Changed the World

Author: Heidi Poelman

Illustrator: Angie Alape

From the innovations of Janaki Ammal to the careful observations of Jane Goodall, Women in Science Who Changed the World is a young child’s first introduction to the diverse, extraordinary women who used their brilliant minds to change the world of science forever. Simple text and adorable illustrations tell the contributions of eight scientists: Maria Sibylla Merian, Wang Zhenyi, Mary Anning, Marie Curie, Janaki Ammal, Katherine Johnson, Jane C. Wright, and Jane Goodall. A quote from each scientist is included on each spread along with colorful, delightful artwork.

Reading age 2-4, Pre-school and up

Board book: Please CLICK HERE

eBook: Please CLICK HERE

Inventors Who Changed the World (People Who Changed the World)

Author: Heidi Poelman

Illustrator: Kyle Kershner

Reading age 3-8, pre-school to third grade

Please CLICK HERE

 

Courageous People Who Changed the World (Volume 1)

Author: Heidi Poelman

Illustrator: Kyle Kershner

Reading age 2-5 years, through Kindergarten

Please CLICK HERE

 

Courageous First Ladies Who Changed the World (People Who Changed the World)

Author: Heidi Poelman

Illustrator: Giovana Medeiros

Ages 2-5

Please CLICK HERE

 

And this last book caught my interest to the point I decided to share the full book description. Amazing how some animals have made such large contributions to benefit mankind.

Amazing Animals Who Changed the World (People Who Changed the World)

Author: Heidi Poelman

Illustrator: Kyle Kershner

Ages 3-8, pre-school to third grade

From the courage of Stubby the war dog to the empathy of Koko the gorilla, Amazing Animals Who Changed the World is a young child's first introduction to the incredible animals who taught us that you don't have to be big (or human) to make a difference. Simple text and adorable illustrations tell the contributions of nine animals who went down in history as interspecies heroes:

Blossom the vaccine cow

Stubby the war dog

Cher Ami the carrier pigeon

Winnie the friendly bear

Simon the seacat

Togo the sled dog

Able and Baker the space monkeys

Koko the signing gorilla

Please CLICK HERE

 

Find Heidi on her website: https://www.heidipoelman.com/

 

 

Book Tour: GRACE BY CONTRACT by Rachel Rossano

 

  Rachel Rossano is a happily married mother of three children. She spends her days teaching, mothering, and keeping the chaos at bay. After the little ones are in bed, she immerses herself in the fantasy worlds of her books. Tales of romance, adventure, and virtue set in a medieval fantasy world are her preference, but she also writes speculative fantasy and a bit of science fiction.

  

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After her father uproots the family to the northern duchy of Brackenhurst, Grace Eldon and her four younger sisters struggle with a new life of hardship. Desperate to keep a roof over their heads amid mounting debts, she and her youngest sister seek employment in the Duke of Brackenhurst’s household despite fearsome rumors.

Scarred and maimed from a terrible fire Silas Isling, Duke of Brackenhurst, buries himself in his work to avoid the stares of pity and fear. When one of the new maids shows no fear at his appearance, he is intrigued. That is until his meddling steward gives her the task of cleaning Silas’ bookroom. It is a most unwelcome disruption since he prefers to be alone.

While a thief plagues his castle, an old nemesis reappears, and enemies invade in the guise of guests. Amidst the distractions and chaos, Grace brings some unexpected order. Once convinced his scars had stolen all hope for love, Silas finds his life forever changed by the quiet maid. Could she love a scarred Duke?

  

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This fantasy with its medieval feel to it, Grace Under Contract is an interesting romance full of intrigue and suspense.

Grace’s father, after pulling some shenanigans that put his family in a bad situation, moves his five daughters in the hovel of a home with their grandmother. Instead of working the farm to provide for his family and pay the taxes on the grandmother’s property, he spends most of his income at the local pub. He befriends and becomes beholden to Sir Webb who is after one of the daughters named Beauty. She is beautiful, but not overly intelligent. To cover the tax shortfall, Grace convinces Duke Silas’s steward to agree to a contract of indenture for both her and Beauty—her to cover the debt; Beauty to keep her out of the clutches of Sir Webb.

I enjoyed the growing relationship between Grace and Silas with his scars and disability. Never a dull moment with the vindictive housekeeper, the neighboring duke with political ambitions who wishes to cement a treaty with Silas through marriage with one of his daughters, and the spy who somehow breeches the castle’s defenses to steal food and weaken the duchy from within.

The tension was high, the action was engaging, the romance was sweet, and there were some surprises at the end that made this a must-read story.

  

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Cover Reveal: NOT A FINE GENTLEMAN by Donna Hatch

Donna Hatch is the author of the best-selling “Rogue Hearts Series,” and a winner of writing awards such as The Golden Quill and the International Digital Award. A hopeless romantic and adventurer at heart, she discovered her writing passion at the tender age of 8 and has been listening to those voices ever since. She has become a sought-after workshop presenter, and also juggles freelance editing, multiple volunteer positions, and most of all, her six children (seven, counting her husband). A native of Arizona who recently transplanted to the Pacific Northwest, she and her husband of over twenty years are living proof that there really is a happily ever after.

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Margaret, the eldest of the misbegotten Amesbury family, is accused of murdering her jerk of a husband and then fleeing. Conner Jackson, a Bow Stree Runner, is hunting her down to bring her to justice. Or so he thinks.

This romantic story of loss and betrayal, forgiveness and redemption, and strangers marrying, will leave you laughing, crying, and swooning. Sprinkled liberally with suspense, mystery, and heart-melting kisses, this is not your ordinary historical tale of an arranged marriage nor of redeeming the rakes. Fans of Victorian and Regency Eras as well as those seeking clean and wholesome romance with plenty of chemistry will love this story!


The Rogue Hearts Series:
The Stranger She Married 
The Guise of a Gentleman
A Perfect Secret
The Suspect's Daughter
Not a Fine Gentleman

Praise for Donna Hatch:
“Donna Hatch is one of the masters of clean romance with electric tension and smokin’ hot kisses.” ~ Reading is My Super Power Reviews


“Written with heart and depth, Donna Hatch’s books are absolute must-reads for any fan of swoon-worthy historical romance.”  ~ Sarah M. Eden, USA Today best-selling historical romance author

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