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CacklePatch, LLC Launches “Magic in the Stacks” Program to Donate Books and Lesson Plans to Schools and Libraries Nationwide
The program’s debut follows the book’s enthusiastic reception, where it reached the top ten of Amazon’s Hot New Releases in its category within the first week. The Legend of CacklePatch, a captivating story blending fairy-tale magic with a quirky Halloween twist, celebrates creativity, individuality, and a fascination for all things supernatural. It has quickly gained popularity among young readers and educators alike.
Through “Magic in the Stacks,” CacklePatch, LLC aims to bring this charming tale to more children by providing not only the book but also a comprehensive set of free lesson plans developed by Theresa Campbell, M.Ed., an experienced Educational Consultant with over 20 years in curriculum design. These standards-aligned lesson plans cover science, social studies, art, drama, math, and ELA, making the book an engaging resource for teachers across various subjects and grade levels.
“As an educator, I love this book because it inspires students to think creatively and engage with the story on many levels,” said Theresa Campbell, M.Ed. “These lesson plans turn The Legend of CacklePatch into an educational tool that connects literacy with hands-on activities, which is invaluable in a classroom.”
Educators and librarians interested in participating can simply reach out to CacklePatch, LLC by providing their school or library’s mailing address. CacklePatch, LLC will then ship a complimentary book directly to the location, along with access to the full set of lesson plans.
“With The Legend of CacklePatch, we wanted to create a story that fosters radical self-expression and joy,” said Laura Hill, the Chief Witching Officer of CacklePatch, LLC. “By offering free copies and carefully crafted lesson plans, we hope to make this unique, engaging story accessible to even more children, and to support educators in providing fun, quality literature to their students.”
For more information on the “Magic in the Stacks” program or to request a donation, please contact CacklePatch, LLC at trickortreat@cacklepatch.com. Terms and conditions can be found at www.cacklepatch.com.
About CacklePatch, LLC
CacklePatch, LLC is a publishing company dedicated to creating children’s literature that delights and inspires young readers. Their flagship book, The Legend of CacklePatch, combines fairy-tale charm with modern themes, bringing whimsy and wonder to children everywhere. CacklePatch, LLC is committed to supporting literacy and making imaginative stories accessible to students across the country.
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Author Releases Novel About First Responder’s Life After 9/11 at No Cost
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Author Erin Strong is offering her novel "She Never Left Ground Zero: A Novel of Courage, Love, and the Hidden Cost of 9/11" as a free download through September 30, according to the announcement. No registration, email address, purchase, subscription, or review is required, and coincides with the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
The novel is fiction but draws on the real experience of an NYPD officer, per the announcement. It centers on Sofia Vega, an NYPD officer whose work amid the smoke and debris in the aftermath leads to lasting consequences she and her family must face. Strong has said she wanted to write about what happened to first responders and their families after press coverage of the attacks faded — a theme that echoes a broader body of anniversary-year 9/11 literature, including nonfiction essay collections and survivor accounts published or reissued around the same milestone.
According to Strong, "I wanted to tell a deeply personal story about what happened after the television cameras moved on." "Many first responders and their families continued living with the consequences of September 11 for years. This novel honors their courage, their sacrifices, and the people who loved them through it all."
The free download is available at sheneverleftgroundzero.com. The book will also remain for sale on Amazon and other retailers after the promotional window closes. Strong’s team can be reached through the same website or by phone.
Studio CarryOnHarry Perspective
At Studio CarryOnHarry, we see Strong’s September timing as a textbook example of anniversary marketing strategy. Major commemorative dates like the 25th anniversary of 9/11 generate enormous search volume and media attention—precisely when potential readers are already thinking about the subject matter. By anchoring a free promotion to this peak-interest window, authors capture visibility they’d need to spend significantly on advertising to achieve otherwise. The counterintuitive logic: giving away the book for free during high-traffic periods can actually drive more long-term sales than traditional paid campaigns, because it builds audience reach, generates word-of-mouth momentum, and establishes the title in readers’ minds before the promotional window closes. When the book returns to paid status in October, those who downloaded it free become natural candidates for follow-up engagement—reviews, recommendations, and future purchases. It’s a calculated play on consumer psychology and search behavior that extends the book’s commercial lifespan well beyond September.
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New Fantasy Novel Explores Orphan’s Journey Through Magic and Danger
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Author C. A. Ballard has released a debut fantasy novel, "The Lost Legacy," following a young orphan protagonist drawn into a battle against a malevolent force seeking to strip the world of its magical power, according to the publisher’s announcement.
The book comes from Newman Springs Publishing, a New Jersey-based author-services publisher that works with writers across genres to produce and distribute their books; the company is handling both publication and promotion for the title. The novel is available in stores and through major digital retailers, including Amazon, Apple, Google Play and Barnes & Noble.
According to the publisher, Zara must safeguard her sibling while partnering with an ensemble of fantastical beings including fae warriors, mythical creatures, and magical beings to combat darkness — against an antagonist seeking to strip the world of its magic.
Ballard, described in the release as a wife, mother and grandmother with a background in accounting and medical billing, said medical challenges led her to pursue creative endeavors. "I wanted to craft deeply engaging stories about everyday individuals finding remarkable capabilities within themselves," Ballard said in a statement. "Zara’s story is about finding your tribe, embracing your power, and refusing to surrender to darkness." The publisher’s announcement notes additional projects from Ballard are already in development.
There is no independent review coverage of "The Lost Legacy" available yet; retail listings confirm the book’s publication details but do not offer critical assessment. Readers interested in the book can find purchase links through the publisher’s website or major retailers.
Studio CarryOnHarry Perspective
At Studio CarryOnHarry, we recognize that Ballard’s ensemble approach—layering fae warriors, mythical creatures, and magical beings alongside a resourceful orphan protagonist—speaks directly to a defining shift in contemporary fantasy publishing. Today’s YA and new-adult readers expect worldbuilding that extends beyond a single chosen one; they crave diverse supernatural allies and complex team dynamics that reflect both traditional mythology and modern storytelling sensibilities. Zara’s "finding your tribe" arc taps into this broader cultural moment where belonging and chosen family rival the hero’s individual journey. As the fantasy market continues to reward narratives emphasizing collective strength over solitary heroism, Ballard’s decision to populate her world with multiple fantastical perspectives positions "The Lost Legacy" within reader expectations that have reshaped the genre over the past five years. This matters because debut authors who understand—and authentically execute—these ensemble-driven narratives are better positioned to build engaged readerships from launch.
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