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BOOKS

Letters from a Friend

Letters from a Friend

A compilation of letters with reminders on how to get through stress, managing professional and personal matters, with commentary on mental health - and other facets of life. Through these short anecdotes, the author writes about balancing work, play, changing family dynamics, and she shares glimpses into her first pregnancy and birth story. A note for everyone- that sometimes all we need in this life is to be our own friend.

"This was a very enjoyable and relevant read that I can see resonating with many, many readers!"

 

"Each passage keeps you wanting to read the next one, unknowingly until the end, you realize how profoundly the letters mirror matters of the heart, soul, and psyche."
 

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Letters From a Friend Hardcover    

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Letters From a Friend Paperback    

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Letters From a Friend Vol. II    *Releasing in 2025*

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I Say… Books

Book 1 – Introductory Phrases

I Say... Buenas Noches to My Father: Spanish
I Say... Buona Notte to My Father: Italian
I Say... Bonne Nuit to My Father: French
I Say... Godnat to My Father: Danish
I Say... Boa Noite to My Father: Portuguese

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The first in a series of special books includes language examples in politeness and proper behaviors, helps parents read with their children in select preliminary sayings, and provide the opportunity to practice English with them too.

Languages available: Danish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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I Say... Buenas Noches to My Father: Spanish   Signed/Personal Message Included

I Say... Buona Notte to My Father: Italian    

Signed/Personal Message Included

I Say... Buenas Noches to My Father: Danish

Signed/Personal Message Included

I Say... Buenas Noches to My Father: French

Signed/Personal Message Included

I Say... Buenas Noches to My Father: Portuguese    Signed/Personal Message Included

I Say... Book 2    

*Releasing in 2026*    

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I Say... Book 3    

*Releasing in 2027*    

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Cabooses Colors and Counting Story

Cabooses: The Train Building Story of Colors and Counting

Companion story to Cabooses in the corner card game.

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About the Authors

E. Louis Mantsch

E. Louis Mantsch, RN

American author, tabletop game designer, Air Force Veteran, registered nurse and devoted spouse. He lives in his own dual language household with his Mexican husband in Southern California. The "I Say..." books are inspired from the bilingual ability of his nieces, they all speak multiple languages.

Kristy Rad

Kristy Rad, M.A. IO Psychology

Kristy is a first-generation Cuban American. She is a daughter, a sister, a wife and military spouse, a new mama, poet, and writer. She grew up in Northern California and currently resides in the Pacific Northwest. Kristy is a compassionate individual who studied psychology for both her bachelor’s and master’s degree, and is enthusiastic to genuinely connect with people from all walks of life. She is also a game designer and entrepreneur.

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