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Congratulations to Georgia Ann Moss on the release of Christmas Time at 391 Felton

Please share a little about this book's journey. How did you come up with the idea?

Our family’s journey from Cairo, Illinois to Benton Harbor, Michigan in the 1960’s provided us with a means to have more resources in the home. Our parents had better jobs and provisions were good especially at Christmas time. For my brother and sisters this was one of our most favorite memories. 12:00 midnight, Christmas Eve the grand finale of opening so many presents. I love to write about the favorite memories of my childhood.

What was the most difficult part of writing the book?

The most difficult part was keeping the book, short and simple for children.

What is something you hope your readers will take away from your book?

When Christmas Time at 391 Felton is read, I want readers to be excited about a positive story about a family and to be able to see their families in this story. I want readers to make a connection with the story and write about their favorite memories.

What are your marketing plans for the book and where can we find it?

Books may be purchased on my website: https://www.georgiaannmossbooks.com/

Or contact me at moss7books@gmail.com

What's next for you?

What is next for me is to continue to provide literacy activities for youth in the community and local libraries. Continue working with organizations with literacy activities. Reading is the key!

More about the book . . .

Christmas Time at 391 Felton tells of our family fun, food and fellowship during Christmas time. Our family shared so many presents, Granny Hattie cooked delicious food for children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. The grand finale was 12:00 midnight, when all of the presents were opened.

Publisher: Mays Multimedia Publishing Company

More about the author . . .

Georgia Ann Moss is an educator and author who currently resides in Muskegon, Michigan. Miss Moss provides instruction and reading activities to youth and adults.

Miss Moss is the author of a devotional journal, Messages of Spiritual Sustenance. Her children's book Uncle Buddy received the Michigan Reading Association Literacy Award 2022/23.

Website: https://www.georgiaannmossbooks.com/

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