Bücher von Denise Turney

Fun, action-packed children's book! Rosetta is a ten-year-old whose heart is full of courage, laughter and confidence. She's in the fifth grade at Harriet Tubman School, a multicultural school. This spunky kid's mind is full of clever ideas, the very ideas that are sure to find Rosetta center stage. More than anything, Rosetta wants to finally outperform Jennifer, her arch nemesis and the school's brainy academic show off. Thanks to Rosetta's brilliant Talent Show ideas, she has her chance to do just that! It's the biggest day of the school year! But, not all goes as planned! Even before the curtains go up and bright lights flood the stage, Rosetta has to maneuver her way out of tight spots. Her mother, a gifted painter, and her father, a marketing executive, warn witty Rosetta about trying to outdo Jennifer, while her older sister, Francine, and her brother, Leroy, bring their own wits, personality and humor to this multicultural children's book. Then, there's Rosetta's best friend (her true BFF), Paulette, who just has to add her input. This is one fun- ride fueled with humor, history, family and culture! Young readers learn about team building, kindness and friendship in this fun, action-packed children's book! Join the marvelous beginnings of the Rosetta Blay children's book series with this story, filled with unforgettable characters, that will leave young readers laughing, learning, growing and wanting more!

Portia is a journey through several generations of a family as perceived through the senses, emotions and memories of one of its members, Portia. The story realistically examines certain aspects of existence,  perseverance and love between people within a devoted family as well as the tenderness and affection which only occur between soul mates.  From a young lady coming of age to a career woman glimpsing her own mortality while confronting an uncertain future, Portia will tug on readers heart strings all along the way.