All – Thornton Cline

Not My Time to Go

Kerrythe — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 15:03:52 +0000

Did you know that according to The Near Death Experience Research Foundation, millions of people will have participated in close encounters with death sometime in their lifetime? Author, Thornton Cline reveals his eleven true, compelling, close-call brushes with death. He has lived to tell about each one. Cline uncovers the mysteries of how he has been protected by angels and why he has been spared here on Earth.

The Amazing Incredible Shrinking Drums

Kerrythe — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 15:02:38 +0000

Matt receives a nice drum set from his parents and starts lessons with Mr. Thompson. He discovers he is talented, and brags to his friends about how good he is on drums so much that no one wants to be around him. One day, Matt visits a music store and watches a strange-looking man, dressed like a rock star, playing the drums. The man warns Matt that if he continues to brag, his drums will shrink until he won’t be able to play any more. Matt discovers that it doesn’t pay to brag and learns how to keep his drums from shrinking. A songbook of 10 fun and catchy original tunes is included. Recommended for ages 4-8.

The Amazing Incredible Shrinking Clarinet

Kerrythe — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 15:01:55 +0000

Jake joins the band at school to play clarinet. He continually refuses to play the clarinet correctly as demanded by his band director and private music teacher. Jake is stubborn. All Jake wants to do is play the clarinet his own way until he receives a mysterious letter in the mail from the Clarinet Wizard. The Wizard warns Jake that if he doesn’t play his clarinet correctly and folllow his teacher’s instructions, his clarinet will shrink until he is unable to play it anymore. Jake discovers the secret to keeping his clarinet from shrinking by changing his attitude. Jake begins to follow his teacher’s instruction and becomes really good on the clarinet. Includes ten songs written for the story. (Recommended for ages 4-9)

The Amazing Incredible Shrinking Guitar

Kerrythe — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 15:01:06 +0000

Young Carla’s mom discovers grandpa’s beautiful old guitar tucked away in a closet while cleaning. Carla falls in love with it and wants to play, but her mom and dad tell her the guitar is way too big for her she’ll need to grow before she can play. Carla struggles to play the guitar anyway. Her hand, arms and fingers hurt from stretching. Her friend tries to help her: still the guitar is too big until one night she is visited by the guitar wizard who changes everythign. Carla is amazed at what happens next. She learns the power of persistence and detmination to never give up. The book includes ten original easy singable songs with whimsical illustrations by acclaimed illustrator Susan Oliver. Recommended for ages 4-8.

The Amazing Incredible Shrinking Ukulele

Kerrythe — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 15:00:13 +0000

Trevor receives a nice ukulele from his mom and dad. They sign him up for lessons with Mr. Parker. Trevor thinks he is too cool to play the ukulele. He would rather be playing the electric guitar. Mr. Parker tries his best to motivate Trevor but Trevor’s heart isn’t into it. One night when Trevor is asleep, he is visited by a strange-looking man dressed like a rock star. He warns Trevor that if he quits his ukulele and continues showing his poor attitude that not only will his ukulele shrink but he will never have a chance at playing electric guitar. Trevor discovers the secret of how to keep his ukulele from shrinking and how to get to play the electric guitar. Recommended for ages 4-8.

The Amazing Incredible Shrinking Trumpet

Kerrythe — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 14:59:12 +0000

Kylie is a quiet girl who signs up for trumpet in band. Her friends and band teacher tell her she is talented. But Kylie doesn’t believe in herself. One night, while watching TV, her eyes catch an amazing woman trumpet player. Suddenly, the woman steps out of her TV screen and into her room. The woman tells Kylie not to be afraid of what others think, and to believe in herself. She warns Kylie that if she keeps playing softly and not believing in herself, her trumpet will shrink and vanish. Kylie discovers that if she starts playing louder and believes in herself she can keep her trumpet from shrinking. (Recommended for ages 4-8)

The Amazing Incredible Shrinking Saxophone

Kerrythe — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 14:57:43 +0000

Dylan joins the band at school to play saxophone. But all Dylan wants to do is play jazz. His teachers demand he play the easy songs first. Dylan listens to a virtuoso saxophone player performing on the street and wishes to play like him. The man warns Dylan that if he doesn’t cooperate with his teachers and play the songs they ask him to play, his saxopphone will shrink until it vanishes. One day, his saxophone shrinks to such a tiny size that Dylan can’t play. Dylan discovers the secret to making his saxophone grow back to its full size and is rewarded by being able to play his favorite music jazz! Recommended for ages 4-8

Because I Can

Kerrythe — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 14:56:29 +0000

Because I Can captures the heart of every parent, guardian, grandparent and relative who has experienced the enchanting, mesmerizing effect of “cuteness” in a young child. The humorous words, and adorable, funny illustrations will keep readers entertained and in stitches. A little girl can make a mighty big mess when she knows she can get away with it by her “cuteness.” And she’s not finished yet! Recommended for ages 0-5 years.

Profile of a Hit Songwriter

Kerrythe — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 14:55:40 +0000

What characteristics, qualities and traits make a hit songwriter? What roles do hard work, talent, early musical development and environment play in becoming successful in an industry that changes daily? Nashville’s award-winning fiddler, singer-songwriter, author and performer, Lacie Carpenter, and Grammy and Dove-nominated, platinum award-winning songwriter/author, Thornton Cline have interviewed over 25 hit songwriters, producers, artists, psychologists, pediatricians, and songwriting coaches to determine what makes a hit songwriter. This must-have book offers valuable insight into the necessary factors needed to become a hit songwriter. This book is recommended for the beginner as well as the intermediate and advanced songwriter in achieving ultimate success.

Between Fins

Kerrythe — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 14:54:06 +0000

Friends meet in an unlikely place. Children will learn about friendship, determination, and bravery in this delightful tale.

Two best fish friends, Sunny and Smiley, enthrall children and parents alike with the universal message, “You can’t judge a fish by its face, nose or fins.” Sunny and Smiley are afraid of the giant silver fish, Kingfin, with the long nose and scary smile. But when Kingfin rescues them from danger, Sunny and Smiley discover how friendly Kingfin is and that he can’t even hurt a minnow.