Books

Analynn authors novels and short stories for both adults and children alike, with a particular interest in promoting literacy. Her ESL novel, Mystery of the Singing Ghost with its Study Guide was first featured online and internationally praised by educational organizations. Other works include: Root For Reading, a sixty-three volume levelled series for early readers; youth novelsRush of the Raven's Wings and Mystery of the Tractor Ghost; a musical entitled, Country Christmas; an early reader novelette entitled, Kidnapped Santa; Teddy Meets Kiboko, an audio book complete with original soundtrack; ten poems in Analynn's Living Skies collection; and numerous articles and non-fiction works. 

Legend of the Mountains and the Valleys Books 1 and 2

Recommended reading for ages 8+ | Grades 4 - 9 | ESL friendly |

Legend of the Mountains and the Valleys

Without a queen, half the kingdom shall perish. For centuries, The Curse has held power over life in the kingdom of the Mountains and the Valleys. When the queen dies, Prince Enos ignores the warnings of his father, the king, and sets out to rule alone. While the Mountains flourish, the Valleys begin to perish. Will Prince Enos find a maiden who can save the Valleys? Can Theodosias gifts break the power of The Curse?

The Curse

An ancient curse reigns destruction on kingdoms near and far. Crops wither. Disease cripples. Wars rage. Creatures of forests and seas are tormented by evil. Greed drives larceny, betrayal, and slaughter. Queen Theodosia and King Enos send their bravest knights to find four ancient masks that hold the power to end The Curse’s grip over the Kingdom of the Mountains and the Valleys. 

Prairie Mystery Books 1 -4

Recommended for Grades 3-7 | Ages 8-12 | English as a Second Language students | Available in Print and interactive eBooks

Mystery of the Singing Ghost

Mystery of the Tractor Ghost

Mystery of the Three Sisters

Mystery of the Lost Cell Phone

Early Reader Series

 Recommended for ages 4-10 and those where English is  a second language (ESL)

KIDNAPPED SANTA

10-year old Luke and Lauren, and their cousins Liam and Makenna, are expecting a wonderful Christmas at their grandparent’s ranch in Canada, but things go awry on Christmas Day. Stolen presents, secret messages from a mysterious stranger, and the news that Santa Claus has been kidnapped puts a glitch into everyone’s holiday plans. The mystery unfolds as Christmas is finally restored in Luke’s account of the kidnapped Santa| Story set in Canada by a Canadian author!

Teddy Meets Kiboko

Friendship, bearnapping, stowaways, Teddy and Kiboko embark on an unusual journey that takes them from China to Canada. TEDDY MEETS KIBOKO is written especially for ESL and early readers. Click video for snippets from this novelette. Available in eBook and print formats. 

Short Stories

English | Fairly easy to read | Reading Level: Grades 6-10, Adult, ESL | Includes educational resources | Colourful illustrations | Interactive

RUSH OF THE RAVEN'S WINGS

Rush of the Raven's Wings is a heartwarming story of the hope and inspiration a young girl named Sophia finds while grappling with the horrors, hatred, and chaos of life. Growing up in poverty and neglect, Sophia’s tragedy turns to triumph in this mystical account where music holds the secret of transformation and renewal.Available in print, eBook, and audio formats. SENSITIVE SUBJECT MATTER.

NO PASSPORT FOR ÉTIENNE

Inspired by true events, NO PASSPORT FOR ÉTIENNE is the fictional account of a seven year old child from German occupied France who, in 1941, gets on a ship to Canada, leaving behind his mère and père, never to see them again. It’s also Étienne’s exposé of the successes, struggles, and betrayal of his life in Canada since that fateful day.

THE THEFT OF BABY ILY

The year is 1898. North American harbours are filling quickly with transport ships carrying people from nations far and wide, people who want to start life anew in a land promising hope and prosperity!
Inspired by true events, THE THEFT OF BABY ILY is the fictional account of one such family. Leaving their jobs, friends and relatives behind in Hungary, Ily’s parents...read more

Christmas in a Hole

Georg from Vienna sees the writing on the wall in a struggling Habsburg Empire. Seeking to claim a safe future for his family in Canada, Georg, along with his wife and newborn, arrive on the Saskatchewan prairies in the bitter cold of November, 1898. Little does Georg understand the full extent of his decision to immigrate. CHRISTMAS IN A HOLE is his story of survival! Based on true events! eBook includes full colour pics and learning-links.

ROSE IN A BROKEN BOTTLE 

Inspired by a true story | Suitable for adults |

... "Welcome to hell!” A visible shudder ripples through my aunt’s shoulders… The train of passengers, privileged and otherwise, trudges in the rain through a corridor of guards with machine guns… Finn leans back in his chair. The acrobatic cigarette once again flips through its moves in his left hand while his thumb on his right hand flicks the lighter on and off. “Knives are quick, noiseless, and convenient to carry. Those guys were in and out of there before anyone would have noticed that she was slain.” ... Four footsteps. I sense a presence next to me… the smell of onions and garlic… the bureau drawer sliding open… a gentle touch on my shoulder slipping down my arm… cold fingers placing something soft into my hands… It’s when she mounts the rostrum that I see her four-inch stilettos, daggers to be sure, transporting her naked, unshaven legs...

Zita Anders spends her summer vacation visiting her father in one of the former Soviet republics of Central Asia, where she experiences the poverty, corruption, and perversion that rake the newly independent nation her father has come to call home. ROSE IN A BROKEN BOTTLE is Zita’s account of the people, their land, and their hardships, of the fear and scourge, of the beauty and joy in a country that is so very broken. Her narrative is about the hope and loving relationships that emerge midst that brokenness. Inspired by a true story.