I love to write, and I have written in multiple genres over the last few years, including mystery/suspense, children’s chapter books, poetry, children’s picture books and most recently The Velveteen Rabbit Lyrical Rendition, combining my love for poetry with this 100 year old classic. Please browse the list below to find your favorite genre.
Blessings,
John
CHILDREN’S STORY BOOKS
This simple tale is told by a donkey, teased mercilessly for his one floppy ear, who leaves to find solace in a field. The donkey, loaded down with shame, carrying invisible burdens, meets a man mending a fence who helps him see that the burdens he carries are not his to bear. The donkey, overcome with joy, gives his new friend a ride up a dusty old road and discovers he has a very special role.
Available in paperback on Amazon
And in hardback on Barnes and Noble
The Velveteen Rabbit Lyrical Rendition
Available on Amazon
and Barnes and Noble
Author interview about my writing journey …
CHILDREN’S PICTURE BOOKS
The Young Artist: An Unpicture Book
It is with great pleasure that I bring to you the first few of what I hope will be many picture books. The concept for this book was inspired by a young 4th grade artist who loved to draw. I spent time with her, and her mom, and I was quite impressed as they shared her work beginning in early childhood. She has gone on to win some national competitions. Her work inspired me to write this lyrical story. Instead of publishing it as a picture book, I decided to introduce a concept I call an Unpicture Book. This book introduces what I hope to be a series of books under the series title A Young Artist. The book is much like a picture book, but without the illustrations. Consider it an advanced coloring book, but without any drawings, which allows aspiring artists to draw and/or paint illustrations.The goal of the concept is to inspire art expression. The reader (artist) comes up with illustrations to match the text. The concept applies to anyone from pre-school through adult who loves to draw and paint. The techniques, tools, and sophistication of the illustrations will change depending on skill level, but the inspiration to illustrate a picture book and make it their own should appeal to any age group.I’d love to get your thoughts on the concept.
Email John Alexander at john@alexandernovels.com
Warmed by fireplace in the mansion on a hill, Ms. Mouse considers her husband’s question, “What do you want for Christmas?” Remembering her days of poverty, an angelic vision in the embers reveals the perfect request. The fulfilment of her gift demonstrates the joy of giving. This book should appeal to children ages 4-8 as well as educators, day care workers and teachers in Christian schools who want to inspire the joy of giving.
While on a search for a fresh story to read, I never expected that the encounter with an old book from the bookshop owner would change my world. Join me on this adventure and discover how three special rules help me make sense of the powerful impact of words.
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CHILDREN’S CHAPTER BOOKS
These books are dedicated to my grandchildren and children everywhere. They are our future.
Amber-Autumn Mystery (Books 1 – 3 Illustrated) are illustrated editions of the first three books in the Amber-Autumn Mystery series. These books showcase illustrations by the Middle School art department of Legacy Christian Academy. The students did an outstanding job. It was a pleasure to meet the students, see their work, and provide an opportunity for the students to share their work in the books.
Amber-Autumn Mystery (Book 4)
Amber and Autumn, elementary school sisters, don’t seek out problems to solve, but they often find themselves engaged in uncovering truths, solving mysteries, and helping others in the process. Autumn’s natural curiosity, combined with her boldness, leads her to push for answers to anything she does not understand. Amber, her older sister, more cautious and easily spooked, prefers to let Autumn drive ahead to solve mysteries which come their way, but her keen skills of observation often lead to the resolutions they seek.During their stay at a Bed and Breakfast in historic Jefferson, Texas, the girls discover a long-forgotten room in the attic. Their quest to uncover its secrets takes the girls on a journey through Jefferson history, including a cemetery, a river boat tour, and an evening ghost walk.
Available at Amazon: Paperback or Kindle and at Barnes and Noble.
Golden Campout Illustrated (Book 3)
In this third chapter book Amber and Autumn enjoy a spring break campout on a farm. Intrigued by the host couple’s stories of a bank robber’s hidden gold and ghost sightings, the girls explore the attic and follow leads provided by the farmer. Find out what they discover with the help of Charlie Brown, their King Charles Cavalier Spaniel.The illustratd edition of Golden Campout Illustrated is now available at Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
Grandfather’s Blessing Illustrated (Book 2)
In this second chapter book Amber and Autumn go to an estate sale in an old home and discover a secret room in the library. They purchase an ornate chest they find in the room and later uncover its hidden mysteries that lead them on an adventure they won’t soon forget.The illustrated edition of Grandfather’s Blessing Illustrated is now available at Amazon or Barnes and Noble
Christmas Garden Illustrated (Book 1)
In this first in a series debut chapter book, elementary school sisters Amber and Autumn investigate wild rumors of a witch in a haunted house. Enjoy their exploits as they discover the truth and bring the whole town together in the process. This illustrated edition of Christmas Garden Illustrated is now available at Amazon or Barnes and Noble
POETRY
I began my journey into poetry in the spring of 2017. I fell in love with rhying verse. Below are books I pray are books of inspirational and uplifting poetry. I consider it a privilege and a blessing to share from the heart in rhyme.
REVIEWS:
I cherish the thought of others who read, relate, and find joy from my words. I am truly grateful when others share their thoughts about my rhymes.
Collections of Rhyme
Collections of Rhyme is a series of books of selected rhymes with a shared theme reflected by the title. These lyrical poems have been put into a small greeting card sized book to be enjoyed and to be shared as a gift. There is space in the front of each book to write your own words to the one receiving the collection of poems. I pray they are a blessing to others.
Each of the books in the series contains poems that are also shared in one of my in person media presentations to groups.
Why Write
This book is a collection of poems written and chosen to reflect the why behind my poetry. Perhaps they will inspire you to write or share your gifts in some other way.
Why Write is available on Amazon
Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959815210
Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW1K6JFB
Celebrate Christmas
This book is a collection of poems written and chosen as a small Christmas gift. It’s about the size of a Christmas card. I pray they bring joy to others at Christmas.
Celebrate Christmas is available on Amazon
Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959815067
Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNC8H7FC
In Times of Grief
This book is a collection of poems written and chosen as a gift appropriate for someone in grief. It’s about the size of a sympathy card. I pray they bring comfort to those suffer loss.
In Times of Grief is available on Amazon
Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1959815059
Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNC8JQWR
God Given Friends
This book is a collection collection of twenty-eight poems written and chosen by the author to create a gift appropriate for a friend, either along with a card, or in place of a card. Space is provided on the cover sheet for personal comments.
God Given Friends is available on Amazon
Paperback: https://kdp.amazon.com/dp/B0C39BGWW7
Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C39BGWW7
Seasons of Change
This book is a collection collection of twenty-eight poems written and chosen by the author to create a gift appropriate for someone going through change, either along with a card, or in place of a card. Space is provided on the cover sheet for personal comments.
Seasons of Change is available on Amazon
Paperback: https://kdp.amazon.com/dp/1959815148
Words of Hope
This book is a collection collection of twenty-eight poems written and chosen by the author to create a gift appropriate for someone who could use some words of hope, either along with a card, or in place of a card. Space is provided on the cover sheet for personal comments.
Words of Hope is available on Amazon
Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959815164
Songs, Praise and Joy
This book is a collection collection of twenty-eight poems written and chosen by the author to create a gift appropriate for those who love songs, praise and joy, either along with a card, or in place of a card. Space is provided on the cover sheet for personal comments.
Songs, Praise and Joy is available on Amazon
Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959815180
Daily Reflections Series
My morning routine of sipping coffee, Lucy our Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in my lap, reading Bible verses, and writing in rhyme before the sun comes up brings me comfort as I start my day. That routine has also resulted in at lot of poems, and the poems have become a two book series, Daily Reflections, with 365 unique poems in each book, 730 in total. I don’t recommend them as a substitute for time in God’s word, but rather an addition to daily quiet time. God willing, I pray the Lord continues to bless me with rhyme that I share from the heart. I pray they’re a blessing to many. Blessings, John
Daily Reflections II: Bible-based Lyrical Verse
Volume II continues John Alexander’s compilation of poems providing the reader an opportunity to continue reading a lyrical poem from his heart to yours each day of the year. His poems, written during his quiet time each morning, provide loving lyrics of light, morning meditations, daily devotionals, all shared from his heart providing insights and reflections of life.
Daily Reflections is available on Amazon
Hardback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959815105
Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959815113
Daily Reflections: 365 Lyrical Poems
The is a collection of poems written during my morning quiet time. This collection provides a new poem to enjoy each day of the year. I pray they are a blessing.
Daily Reflections is available on Amazon
Hardback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BF7W4H8
Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BGHXD2R
Kindle version: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B099P4J8RM
Quiet Time Rhymes: Peace in the Pandemic
I felt the need to write daily rhymes beginning in February 2020 in as the news of a pandemic began to spread. I began writing during my quiet time most mornings. As this practice continued, my wife encouraged me to share them. I began to share them with friends in the form of a blog. The rhymes keep coming most mornings. I extend a thank you to my wife for her encouragement and those who provide encouragement as I share them online. I pray these rhymes, shared from the heart, are a blessing to you. The Quiet Time Rhymes Series is avilable on Amazon: Volume I: Kindle Paperback and Volume II: Paperback
NOVELS
Description: Enter Jason’s world changed forever by a single misplaced keystroke. Amidst the intrigue of a research firm with rather unusual recruiting practices, secret governmental agencies, a revengeful criminal targeting Congressional representatives, and a new relationship with Liz, head of engineering, his simple life transforms into a fast-paced journey of mystery and conspiracy.