Houston, TX, February 15, 2023 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– When award-winning author Tarif Youssef-Agha sat down to write his new children’s book about the ever-changing world his children are growing up in, the future looked grim. He wanted to address the elephant in the room (the ones being killed for their tusks) and so much more. He wrote about the rainforests being cut down, the burning of fossil fuels, pollution in the oceans, pesticides killing bees, wars, homelessness and so much more. What he presented was enough to terrify a child leaving them with nightmares, and an excellent reason why Hollywood portrays aliens as wanting to eradicate human kind.
That is when author Kathleen J. Shields came in to help. With a ton of brainstorming, back and forth writing discussions and some creatively positive outlooks, what came about was a hopeful and encouraging look at what our future could be.
In the new children’s story book, “Alien’s Homework, The Ride is About to Start,” Lalu, a young alien student is given a homework assignment to visit Earth and report back. What he presents is a beautiful world where all of our problems have been fixed and nature is flourishing. He shows what a thriving planet looks like, explains what the problem had been and what was done to fix it. It educates children about what they can do to help, instead of dooming them to a future that can’t be fixed. It is a story we hope everyone takes to heart as Earth is our home – and our home needs us.
Watch the official book trailer video here: https://youtu.be/V17gyxlULcE Buy the Book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956581197
Alien’s Homework, The Picture Book – 44pg Paperback; $12.99; 978-1-956581-19-5 Alien’s Homework, The Coloring Book – 44pg Paperback; $7.99; 978-1-956581-22-5
Tarif was born in Damascus, Syria in 1957. He started writing short stories and articles in his early years of elementary school and free style poetry in his college years. He earned 2 college degrees in Engineering and Literature from Damascus University. He decided that Syria was not a safe country to live in, so he moved to the U.S. in the Eighties and restarted his life from scratch. He organized several poetry recitals in Houston in the years 2009 and 2010. As soon as the Arab Spring revolutions started late 2010, he instantly moved to their side where he published 3 books in poetry documenting them and one in short stories describing life under dictatorship. In 2018, he published his 5th book ‘Hearts, Tears and the Journey of Life’ that contains collective poems of Love, Lamenting and Meditation.
In 2020, he published his first children book “A Tale of Seven Phones” which became an award-winner blowing the whistle about the young generation’s addiction to smart phones. His next book, “What’s Special About Judy,” also an award winner, and later book “What’s Special About Richie,” both give children the magical secret about how to become special. Following, he published “Me, My Friend and the Monster” which shares a true story from his own life that details how important a child’s imagination is and how important children’s stories are, to young and old. And Now we have “Alien’s Homework” a futuristic look at planet Earth if we decide and commit to take better care of it.
Read to your children. Instill a desire for reading and you will instill a desire for greatness and possibility throughout their entire life.
Erin Go Bragh Publishing publishes various genres of books for numerous authors. Their portfolio consists of a 1,200-page Vietnamese to English Dictionary, Historical fiction, the award-winning children’s educational series, Hamilton Troll Adventures, multiple adult novels and memoirs, tween adventure stories, as well as Christian Fiction. Their objective is to promote literacy and education through reading and writing.
For more information on these books, interested parties may visit www.ErinGoBraghPublishing.com or the author’s website at www.AuthorAgha.com.
Author Denise A. Powis’s New Book, “Just be Yourself and No One Else!” Follows Three Punctuation Marks Who Try to Change Who They Are But Simply Cause Confusion
Copenhagen, NY, October 07, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Denise A. Powis, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoys painting, inventing, writing, and gardening, has completed her new book, “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!”: a heartfelt story that follows three punctuation marks who discover the importance of being true to themselves and what they do best.
In 2005, author Denise Powis received a bachelor of science degree from Empire State College, and she has worked for many years in the helping professions as a certified nursing assistant, home health aide, and substitute teacher for special education classes. At the present time, she teaches a Bible study/support group for women. In 1979, she won a 17 Islands National sailboat race.
In “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!”, readers are introduced to a period, an exclamation point, and a question mark who all long for a change of pace and decide to switch places one day. However, they soon discover they are not well suited for performing their new roles, and decide that they were made perfect for their original purpose.
Published by Hawes & Jenkins Publishing, Denise A. Powis’s engaging tale will delight readers of all ages as they discover the importance of accepting one’s self and being true to who they really are. With colorful artwork and a powerful life lesson, “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!” will help boost confidence amongst young readers, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page.
Readers who wish to experience this riveting work can purchase “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Hawes & Jenkins at 888-430-7450.
The release of Magical Musical Memories aligns with research indicating music’s capacity to reduce stress and rekindle recollection among people living with dementia. It also echoes widely shared experiences—from football legend Sir Alex Ferguson to the family of singer Tony Christie—of music’s unique ability to unlock the past.
Inside the Community Spirit
“From the songs that we danced to at our first school dance, to the albums that became the soundtrack of our lives, each memory is a testament to the moments that have defined us,” said Helen Davies-Parsons, Chief Executive of Dormy Care Communities. “Music can transport us back to a specific time and place. Through these recollections, memories will now live on.”
How to Buy the Book—and Support Local Charities
The coffee-table style book is priced at £15. Copies can be purchased by contacting any of the five homes directly; card payments can be taken over the phone and books can be posted. A portion of every sale will be donated to local charities.
