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Coming Soon!
I See America!
Written and illustrated by Elizabeth G. Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
36 pages, November 2009, ISBN 978-0-9815345-7-2
For ages 7 through 12.
About the book: I See America!
is a free-verse poem that captures Elizabeth Uhlig's
tender feelings about what it means to grow up and
live in this country. Illustrating her words through
collage, Ms. Uhlig uses materials from her own
collection of archival artwork, scraps of paper, small
shiny objects, ribbons, buttons, and photos, thus
illuminating her wonder, admiration, and gratitude
for our American way of life.
About the author:
Elizabeth Uhlig is the author of many books for
children, including I Want to Be and
Children Just Like You, as well as her own memoir,
Before We Met, which chronicles her life as an artist and writer.
To order your autographed copy, mail $12.95 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Just Published!
Albe's Apple
Written by Tara Seiden Furgiuele
Illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback, 32 pages,
September 2009, ISBN 978-0-9815345-4-1, $12.95
For ages 5 through 8.
About the book:
Albe's Apple is the story of a little boy, just about your age,
who lives out in the country. Albe loves apples, and one day finds
the perfect one growing on his neighbor's tree. The apple doesn't
belong to Albe, but how can he resist? Albe finds out how terrible
it feels to do something he knows is wrong and soon finds a way to
make everything right again.
About the author:
Tara Seiden Furgiuele, a teacher and the
mother of twins, is a first-time author. She has based Albe's Apple
on a childhood experience in which she and some local children
ate the pears from a neighbor's tree. The author hopes young
readers will benefit from the lesson she learned so long ago.
About the illustrator:
Elizabeth Uhlig has created the pictures for Albe's Apple
and many other books. Working in watercolor and ink,
Ms. Uhlig strives to convey the mood of the books she knew as a
child in the 1950s.
To order your autographed copy, mail $12.95 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Just Published!
Clara Becomes a Citizen
Written by Evelyn Rothstein
Illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback, 77 pages,
June 2009, ISBN 978-0-9786745-7-1, $12.95
For ages 9 and up.
About the book:
Clara came to America from Europe in 1920, but by the end of the 1930s
she still had not become an American citizen. With work, marriage, and
raising a family, there just wasn't time to study for the citizenship test.
Now a war is starting in Europe and to be truly secure, Clara has got to get her
naturalization papers. But how will she learn and remember everything for the
test? It's a daunting task, but with her daughter's help, Clara is determined to
pass.
About the author:
Evelyn Rothstein is the author of
My Great Grandma Clara,
My Great Grandpa Dave, and
Dave the Boxer.
To order your autographed copy, mail $13.00 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Just Published!
Between the Shadows, Second Edition
Written by Frima Laub
Illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback, 84 pages,
June 2009, ISBN 978-0-9815345-2-7, $12.95
For ages 9 and up.
A fascinating, suspenseful story that has been enlarged to contain more details
and is suitable for Yeshiva libraries and religious Jewish communities.
Between the Shadows
is the amazing account of a little girl's survival on
her own during WWII.
Born into a well-to-do Polish Jewish family, Frima
Gleiser was forced to leave her home as the Nazis
invaded her town. When Frima's father was arrested,
her mother placed her with a family and took her
older daughter to seek refuge in Romania.
Two weeks later, Frima was out on the street. Using
her ingenuity and resourcefulness to find hiding
places, she never lost her will to go on. She endured
the harsh Polish winter alone until she was reunited
with her mother and sister, but never saw her father again.
Frima Gleiser Laub, a first-time author, shares her
poignant memoir of faith, will, and determination.
To order your autographed copy, mail $13.00 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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An Italian American Story
A Memoir by Susan D'Angelo Mannino
Cover design by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
188 pages, May 2009, ISBN 978-0-9815345-3-4, $18.95
For ages 16 and up.
An Italian American Story
is Susan D'Angelo Mannino's powerfully poignant memoir of her family and the
slow decline of its beloved patriarch. Starting before her own lifetime in war
torn Sicily, the author has us meet two young soldiers and two strong Sicilian
women who will later become her grandparents. Moving through decades,
she weaves together her youthful years in Queens, where she grew up in an
intensely close-knit network of relatives and friends. With heart and humor,
Ms. Mannino makes us smile, and when we finally experience her tragedy,
she at last gives us hope.
A review
of An Italian American Story may be found on the Web site of
The Queens Gazette.
(This
review
is also available in PDF form.)
A review
of An Italian American Story may be found on the Web site of
The Juniper Berry.
To order your autographed copy, mail $18.95 + $3.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Before We Met
Written by Elizabeth G. Uhlig with Collages by the Author
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
223 pages, October 2008, ISBN 978-0-9815345-0-3
For ages 9 and up.
Before We Met
is a chronicle of the life of author/illustrator Elizabeth Uhlig.
Starting in Queens in the 1950s, Ms. Uhlig narrates the story of her quirky,
individualistic parents and their impact on the household of unique and
talented siblings. As part of a large and loving family, the author has
carved her own path, evolving into the artist and storyteller she is today.
With young readers in mind, this is Ms. Uhlig's tender, funny, and deeply
nostalgic memoir.
A review
of Before We Met may be found on the Web site of
The Queens Gazette.
To order your autographed copy, mail $17.95 + $3.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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I Want To Be
Written and illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
32 pages, October 2008, ISBN 978-0-9815345-1-0
For ages 3 through 6.
About the book: I Want To Be
is a rhyming fantasy for very young readers that shows the possibilities of the
imagination. How many different journeys can we take in a day? We can stay close
to home or be carried off on the wings of our fanciful thoughts and ideas.
About the author:
Elizabeth Uhlig is the author and illustrator of several books of rhyming poetry
for children. Her goal is to enliven young minds and tap into the natural creativity
that resides in all children. Also specializing in memoirs, Ms. Uhlig has written a
number of stories, including her own autobiography, entitled
Before We Met.
To order your autographed copy, mail $12.95 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Merry-Go-Round
Written by Joan Fitzgerald
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
137 pages, July 2008, ISBN 978-0-9786745-9-5
For ages 9 through 12.
About Merry-Go-Round:
Fifteen year-old Sherrie Lasker
is tired of her parents being so overprotective! She wants
to get an after-school job, go out with friends, and have fun
like other kids do. When the county fair comes to town,
her mom and dad say she and her friend can only go if
they are with adults. Sherrie knows her parents have good
intentions, but when will they let her grow up?
What Sherrie doesn't know, though, is that she is being
watched by someone with bad intentions. She comes close
to danger more than once, but makes a narrow escape,
thanks to a surprise rescuer.
A teenage thriller, Merry-Go-Round teaches an important
lesson while taking readers on a suspenseful whirlwind of a ride.
About the author:
Joan Fitzgerald is a writer, poet, and an award-winning
artist, who writes for both children and young adults. She
draws from her wide experience with young people to
create characters who are coping with real problems facing
teenagers today.
Anita Johnson, cover artist, is a painter and former art
director, whose work has been widely exhibited. She is the
recipient of several awards.
To order your autographed copy, mail $12.95 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Dave the Boxer
Written by Evelyn Rothstein
Illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
32 pages, May 2008, ISBN 0-9786745-8-8
For ages 7 through 10.
About the book:
...when Dave was fourteen, be began to visit a place called a
Settlement House where boys and girls could play ping pong or
checkers or do sports. One of the sports was boxing. Dave liked
to watch boxing and began to wonder. "Maybe I can be a boxer.
I like boxing and I think boxers make more money than newspaper
boys or flower sellers or even working on a coal wagon."
Dave, a young boy living in Old New York, needs to find a way to
help support his family. After considering some of the everyday
jobs on the Lower East Side, like selling newspapers or having a
pushcart, Dave decides to try his hand at amateur boxing. This is
a story about courage, determination and self acceptance.
About the author:
Evelyn Rothstein is an educator and consultant who is creating stories of
the past for children of today. Like her previous books,
My Great Grandma Clara and
My Great Grandpa Dave,
Dave the Boxer
is a memoir and tribute to the author's parents.
To order your autographed copy, mail $12.95 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Children Just Like You
Written and illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
36 pages, October 2007, ISBN 0-9786745-6-1
For ages 7 through 10.
About the book:
Children Just Like You
is a rhyming book that celebrates the childhood pleasures common to
young people all over the world — having a pet, listening to a story, or
spending time with a grandparent. Just as American children love these
pastimes, children in other countries enjoy them too — but they have
their own way of doing so! Take this little journey and see how much alike
children are, no matter where in the world we go.
About the author:
Elizabeth Uhlig, artist and author, has drawn from her varied
experiences with children all over the world to create this lighthearted
book. With the goal of engendering knowledge of other cultures, Ms.
Uhlig has written several books for young readers, including
Rainwalk,
The Whole World Is Dancing, and
Memoir Writing and Illustrating for Children.
To order your autographed copy, mail $12.95 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Ricardo and the Fisherman
Written and illustrated by Joan Eiseman
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
32 pages, September 2007, ISBN 0-9786745-2-9
For ages 7 through 10.
About the book:
Set against the lush backdrop of 17th century Spain, Ricardo and the
Fisherman is the story of a fabulously wealthy family with a down-to-earth
problem. Little Ricardo's parents can afford to give him everything money can
buy, including the fanciest and tastiest food in all of Europe -
but he won't eat!
His devoted father holds a contest to find the world's best chef — and what a
surprise the outcome is!
About the Author/Illustrator:
Joan Eiseman
is an accomplished artist
who has channeled her knowledge of world cultures and cuisines into
this charming folktale. Richly colorful and detailed paintings and mouthwatering
descriptions of places, people and food give luster and vitality
to this old fashioned story with a timeless lesson. Ms. Eiseman is also the
author and illustrator of The Tale of Jackie Berry.
To order your autographed copy, mail $13.00 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Between the Shadows
Written by Frima Laub
Illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback, 76 pages,
August 2007, ISBN-10 0-9786745-2-9, ISBN-13 978-0-9786745-2-6
For ages 10 through 14.
Between the Shadows
is the amazing account of a little girl's survival on
her own during WWII.
Born into a well-to-do Polish Jewish family, Frima
Gleiser was forced to leave her home as the Nazis
invaded her town. When Frima's father was arrested,
her mother placed her with a family and took her
older daughter to seek refuge in Romania.
Two weeks later, Frima was out on the street. Using
her ingenuity and resourcefulness to find hiding
places, she never lost her will to go on. She endured
the harsh Polish winter alone until she was reunited
with her mother and sister, but never saw her father again.
Frima Gleiser Laub, a first-time author, shares her
poignant memoir of faith, will, and determination.
This book includes a study guide for students.
To order your autographed copy, mail $13.00 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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From Dachau to D-Day
A Memoir by Werner Kleeman with
Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback, 322 pages,
August 2007, ISBN 0-9786745-3-7
For ages 16 and up.
About From Dachau to D-Day:
As the 19-year old son of a prominent German Jewish family, Werner Kleeman
was a victim of Kristallnacht. He saw the betrayal of his Jewish
neighbors as fellow villagers gleefully destroyed their homes and
property. He was sent to Dachau, but by the grace of a family friend,
was released after six weeks, and left Germany for good.
As a new American, Kleeman was drafted and sent overseas to participate
in the D-Day invasion. The end of the war brought him back to his own
hometown, where he confronted the wreckage of the Jewish community.
Denouncing those citizens who participated in Kristallnacht, Kleeman
redeemed at least some of the suffering of fellow Jews.
This story spans a lifetime, reaching back before the war and beyond the
war's end. It tells of how one individual used life's circumstances to
contribute to the betterment of those around him.
To order your autographed copy, contact the author directly, at 718.225.0408, or write:
Werner Kleeman
45-48 196th Place
Bayside, New York 11358
Or you can phone 718.896.4186 or email dougeliz@att.net.
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My Great Grandpa Dave
Written by Evelyn Rothstein
Illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
34 pages, May 2007, ISBN 0-9786745-1-0
For ages 9 through 12.
About the book:
One morning, at the end of September, I was
shooting baskets when a man came up to me
and said, "I'm a truant officer for the school.
Why are you in the park when you belong in
school?" This was the first time that a truant
officer had ever come up to me in five years.
Dave is a young boy growing up in New York
City about 100 years ago. When he is sent
home from school by the school nurse at age
seven, he goes to work to help his family and
misses five years of school. With the help of
his beloved sister Lena, who teaches him at
home, Dave learns to read poetry, recite
Shakespeare, and becomes a champion speller.
This is the touching story of a boy and his
sister, and their love for learning.
About the author:
Evelyn Rothstein
is an educator and school consultant who works with children of
all ages. Her goal is to broaden readers' views of
history and the role that family plays in shaping
our lives. This is Ms. Rothstein's second storybook
for young readers.
To order your autographed copy, mail $12.95 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Memoir Writing and Illustrating for Children
and Teacher's Guide
Written and illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback, 60 pages,
September 2003, ISBN 0-9677047-2-3
For ages 8 and up.
To the young author:
Have you ever thought about writing your own family story? Here
is a step by step guide to show you how! You will learn about
where ideas for stories come from, how to organize them, how to
illustrate them and how to create a real life book that others
will enjoy reading.
To the teacher:
Memoir Writing and Illustrating for Children encapsulates
the process of creating a memoir, making it palatable for young
authors and suitable for classroom use. You will find a Teacher's
Guide at the back that will enhance this process as you walk
through it with your students. May you enjoy every step of this
experience!
To order your autographed copy, mail $13.00 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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My Great Grandma Clara
Written by Evelyn Rothstein
Illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
32 pages, July 2006, ISBN 0-9677047-8-2
For ages 9 through 12.
About the book:
"This is the story of My Great Grandma Clara,
who was my dad's grandma. She lived so
long ago that I never knew her, but I know
about her from my own grandma..."
With this opening, Evelyn Rothstein introduces
us to the story of Clara, a story she wanted her own
grandchildren to know.
Clara grew up around the time of World War I, in a poor
Jewish community in Russia. Family life was filled with
hardships. Clara wanted to go to school, wear fashionable
clothes and live a better life. And although there
were many obstacles to this dream — the loss of her
mother, soldiers who occupy the family's home, and a
very difficult trip across Europe, Clara and her younger
sister eventually made the long journey to America.
About the author:
Evelyn Rothstein
is an educator
and school consultant who works with children of
all ages. Her goal is to broaden readers' views of
history and the role that family plays in shaping
our lives. The author of many educational books
for teachers, Evelyn Rothstein has now written her
first storybook for young readers.
To order your autographed copy, mail $12.95 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Dark Towers
Written by Joan Fitzgerald
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
240 pages, March 2007, ISBN 0-9786745-0-2
For ages 10 and up.
About Dark Towers: Rose Hammond wants nothing
more in the world than to find her father, whom she has
never known. Intrigued by the idea that she may be part
Hispanic, Rose tries to find an identity that she can be proud
of. Her mother means well, but will not tell Rose anything
about her heritage. Every day is a challenge for this teenager,
who wants to have friends, succeed in school, and be
accepted. The frustrating mystery that has been haunting
Rose unfolds in a surprising way, as unforeseen and
sometimes unpleasant events steer her toward finding the
essential piece of the puzzle. In this highly suspenseful and
deeply touching story, we see how a young person's life can
fall completely into place, just when they thought they didn't
fit in anywhere.
About the author: Joan Fitzgerald has written books that delight young
children and capture the interest of teenagers. Her stories
bring to life real situations and extraordinary characters she
has known. Dark Towers is her fourth children's book.
Anita Johnson, cover artist, is a painter and former art
director, whose work has been widely exhibited. She is the
recipient of several awards.
To order your autographed copy, mail $12.95 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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The Tale of Jackie Berry
Written and illustrated by Joan Eiseman
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
32 pages, September 2005, ISBN 0-9677047-5-87
For ages 7 through 10.
About the author and her book:
Joan Eiseman
is an accomplished oil painter and sculptor.
A native New Yorker, Ms. Eiseman has used her talent to passionately
record beloved neighborhoods and familiar settings that are fast
disappearing in today's world.
In her first book, The Tale of Jackie Berry,
Ms. Eiseman has painted in words and
pictures the Brooklyn of the 1950's that exists only in memory. This
is a captivating story of a young boy who yearns to own the "magic
boots" he has seen in the antique shop window. Warmly told in an
engaging, narrative style, The Tale of Jackie Berry will appeal
to anyone who has ever longed to have their dearest wish come true.
Ms. Eiseman, who has traveled worldwide, draws from her broad spectrum
of colorful experiences to bring home a brightly-textured story that
readers of all ages will enjoy.
A review
of The Tale of Jackie Berry may be found on the Web site of the
Western Queens Gazette.
To order your autographed copy, mail $13.00 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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The Iris House
Written by Joan Fitzgerald
Illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
32 pages, June 2006, ISBN 0-9677047-7-4
For ages 10 and up.
About The Iris House: Sixteen-year old Jessie
Chamberlain longs to be like other girls her age, but
she knows she's different because she has never been
able to speak! While Jessie is trying to cope with the
challenges that all teenagers face — making friends,
doing well in school and just being happy — she finds
herself in the middle of a terrifying mystery...she is
being held captive by nightmares in which she is
another person from another time! The key to this
puzzle lies in the dilapidated old house on the hill that
seems to draw Jessie in so powerfully every time she
passes by.
But there is a solution to Jessie's problems. Each
chapter of The Iris House offers a clue to how Jessie
will resolve all the loose ends in her life and finally
find the answers to her frustrating circumstances as
well as the happiness she is seeking.
About the author: Joan Fitzgerald is a writer, poet and
an award winning artist, who has written books for
both children and young adults. As a former teacher,
Ms. Fitzgerald has drawn from her experience with
teenagers to create characters who are believable and
who reflect the many problems young people face
during the process of growing up.
To order your autographed copy, mail $13.00 + $2.00 postage to
Marble House Editions
96-09 66th Avenue, Suite 1D
Rego Park, New York 11374
or phone 718.896.4186, or email dougeliz@att.net.
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Rainwalk
Written and illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
32 pages, September 2006, ISBN 0-9677047-9-0
For ages 5 through 8.
About the book:
Rainwalk is a quartet of poems about the four
seasons, written to show young readers the simplicity
and pleasure in taking a walk in one's own neighborhood.
We see that each season holds it own magic if we just
enjoy the stillness and take in the color and detail
that nature has created for us.
About the author:
Elizabeth Uhlig, a former children's librarian, is an
artist and author whose goal is to help children bring
out their own creativity and ability to discover the
mystery and beauty of the world around them. Ms. Uhlig's
other books include
Grandmother Mary, and
Anna Pavlova, Jewel of the Ballet,
Memoir Writing and Illustrating for Children, and
The Whole World Is Dancing.
A review
of Rainwalk may be found on the Web site of the
Western Queens Gazette.
Rainwalk is out of print.
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The Whole World is Dancing, a book in rhyme
Written and illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
32 pages, September 2005, ISBN 0-9677047-6-6
About the author and her book:
Is there any place on earth where people do not love to dance?
Wherever we go, we can always find people happily moving to music!
The Whole World is Dancing will take you on a 'round-the-world
journey to see many of the ways in which dancing expresses gladness
and tradition while using beautiful costumes and local, original
music.
Elizabeth Uhlig has always loved folkloric dancing, with its hidden
messages, colorful costumes and joyful songs. In her latest book,
she has created an ensemble of poems that convey world culture
as it is interpreted through dance. Ms. Uhlig's other books include
Memoir Writing and Illustrating for Children,
Grandmother Mary, and Anna Pavlova, Jewel of the Ballet.
A review
of The Whole World is Dancing may be found on the Web site of the
Western Queens Gazette.
The Whole World is Dancing is out of print.
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Anna Pavlova, Jewel of the Ballet
Written and illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback, 32 pages,
September 2003, ISBN 0-9677047-1-5
How many children know exactly what they want to do with their
lives when they're only eight years old? Here is Anna Pavlova,
a little girl in long-ago Russia, who found her calling and
brought ballet to people all over the world. In this colorfully
illustrated memoir, we learn how a determined young person
followed her heart, accomplished her mission and left the world
a lasting legacy of beauty.
Anna Pavlova, Jewel of the Ballet may be available from
Amazon
for $12.95.
Anna Pavlova, Jewel of the Ballet is out of print.
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Not Another Christmas
Written by Joan Fitzgerald
Illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback,
32 pages, November 2004, ISBN 0-9677047-4-X
About the author and her book: Joan Fitzgerald, who is
an author, poet, and an award-winning abstract artist, has
written this delightful tale of what happened the year
Santa decided he'd had enough! Children will enjoy reading
about how Santa's decision to take a vacation instead of
delivering gifts on Christmas Eve turns out not to be such
a good idea after all. Ms. Fitzgerald is also the author of
The Magic Lunch Box,
a cross-cultural picture book
with an important message for any child who has trouble
making friends.
About the illustrator: Elizabeth Uhlig is a children's
librarian as well as an author, illustrator and translator
of children's books. A specialist in memoir writing, her
own works include Grandmother Mary,
Anna Pavlova — Jewel of the Ballet, and
Memoir Writing and Illustrating for Children.
Ms. Uhlig has also illustrated Joan Fitzgerald's first book,
The Magic Lunch Box.
Not Another Christmas is out of print.
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The Magic Lunch Box
Written by Joan Fitzgerald
Illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, paperback, 32 pages,
January 2004, ISBN 0-9677047-3-1
The Magic Lunch Box is now out of print, but a few copies are
available directly from the publisher by calling 718.896.4186.
The Magic Lunch Box is out of print.
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Grandmother Mary
Written and illustrated by Elizabeth Uhlig
Published by Marble House Editions, hardcover, 32 pages,
January 2001, ISBN 0-9677047-0-7
Have you ever known anyone who has lived almost an entire
century? Here is Grandmother Mary, who is known and loved by
everyone in her neighborhood. She is the great-grandmother
of a big family and lives in a charming little house.
Come and listen as Grandmother Mary tells us about her
interesting life, starting with her unusual childhood during
World War I. Together, we'll move through the decades of the
twentieth century as families, neighborhoods, and relationships
are woven into a beautiful pattern of love and dedication.
You'll learn about one woman's journey from loneliness and
isolation to the center of a loving family.
A review
of Grandmother Mary may be found on the Web site of the
Western Queens Gazette.
Though out of print, some used copies of
Grandmother Mary are still available from
Alibris.
The book is also available in the
Queens Borough Public Library
and the
Brooklyn Public Library
systems, both in the City of New York.
Grandmother Mary is out of print.
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