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This is Collette Ryan's first children's book in the Zach book Series. Inspired by her son and their crazy pets, the Zach series is a fun way to encourage kids to be the best that they can be. A native of Los Angeles, Collette now makes her home in Longmeadow, MA with her husband Andrew, son Sam, dog Alice and cat Tom.

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Zach's Journey from Selfish to Elfish
by Collette Ryan

Overview


This holiday season we have a new guest. He’s coming to the homes of little kids everywhere with the anticipation and hope of sharing his secret to true happiness.  This sweet message is delivered in the book “Zach’s Journey from Selfish to Elfish”.

Like many kids, Zach is so obsessed with getting something new he can’t seem to think about anything else.  He ignores his dog and rarely thinks about others. Until one day he gets a visit from his friend the Elf who helps him find his better self.

E.L.F.I.S.H.

E - Eager to help out, won’t lie around and pout.

L- Loving, true and able to see things through.

F - Fiercely loyal friend, always with an ear to lend.

I - Inspiring and strong, you know right from wrong.

S - Sincere and sweet to everyone you meet.

H - Happy to share and always fair.

It is with these rules in mind that Zach finds true happiness as he learns to be Elfish.

Local author, Collette Ryan, has delivered the next holiday favorite with “Zach’s Journey from Selfish to Elfish.” An enduring tale that reminds us what the holiday season is all about. A break from the classic punishment when we do something wrong, this story is about the joy that comes from doing something right.  A new, must read, holiday tradition.

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Please visit the link below to purchase the plush elf friend from our story. Happy Elfish Holiday!

https://www.amazon.com/Zachs-Journey-Selfish-Elfish-Friend/dp/B074XCP7HN/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1510154074&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=zach%27s+journey+from+selfish+to+elvish

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Overview


This holiday season we have a new guest. He’s coming to the homes of little kids everywhere with the anticipation and hope of sharing his secret to true happiness.  This sweet message is delivered in the book “Zach’s Journey from Selfish to Elfish”.

Like many kids, Zach is so obsessed with getting something new he can’t seem to think about anything else.  He ignores his dog and rarely thinks about others. Until one day he gets a visit from his friend the Elf who helps him find his better self.

E.L.F.I.S.H.

E - Eager to help out, won’t lie around and pout.

L- Loving, true and able to see things through.

F - Fiercely loyal friend, always with an ear to lend.

I - Inspiring and strong, you know right from wrong.

S - Sincere and sweet to everyone you meet.

H - Happy to share and always fair.

It is with these rules in mind that Zach finds true happiness as he learns to be Elfish.

Local author, Collette Ryan, has delivered the next holiday favorite with “Zach’s Journey from Selfish to Elfish.” An enduring tale that reminds us what the holiday season is all about. A break from the classic punishment when we do something wrong, this story is about the joy that comes from doing something right.  A new, must read, holiday tradition.

Read more

Description


Please visit the link below to purchase the plush elf friend from our story. Happy Elfish Holiday!

https://www.amazon.com/Zachs-Journey-Selfish-Elfish-Friend/dp/B074XCP7HN/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1510154074&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=zach%27s+journey+from+selfish+to+elvish

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Book details

Genre:FICTION

Subgenre:Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology

Language:English

Series title:Zach Books

Series Number:1

Pages:36

Hardcover ISBN:9781543910407


Overview


This holiday season we have a new guest. He’s coming to the homes of little kids everywhere with the anticipation and hope of sharing his secret to true happiness.  This sweet message is delivered in the book “Zach’s Journey from Selfish to Elfish”.

Like many kids, Zach is so obsessed with getting something new he can’t seem to think about anything else.  He ignores his dog and rarely thinks about others. Until one day he gets a visit from his friend the Elf who helps him find his better self.

E.L.F.I.S.H.

E - Eager to help out, won’t lie around and pout.

L- Loving, true and able to see things through.

F - Fiercely loyal friend, always with an ear to lend.

I - Inspiring and strong, you know right from wrong.

S - Sincere and sweet to everyone you meet.

H - Happy to share and always fair.

It is with these rules in mind that Zach finds true happiness as he learns to be Elfish.

Local author, Collette Ryan, has delivered the next holiday favorite with “Zach’s Journey from Selfish to Elfish.” An enduring tale that reminds us what the holiday season is all about. A break from the classic punishment when we do something wrong, this story is about the joy that comes from doing something right.  A new, must read, holiday tradition.

Read more

Description


Please visit the link below to purchase the plush elf friend from our story. Happy Elfish Holiday!

https://www.amazon.com/Zachs-Journey-Selfish-Elfish-Friend/dp/B074XCP7HN/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1510154074&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=zach%27s+journey+from+selfish+to+elvish

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About the author


This is Collette Ryan's first children's book in the Zach book Series. Inspired by her son and their crazy pets, the Zach series is a fun way to encourage kids to be the best that they can be. A native of Los Angeles, Collette now makes her home in Longmeadow, MA with her husband Andrew, son Sam, dog Alice and cat Tom.

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