Becoming Jesse — Celebrating the Everyday Magic of Childhood
By Patsie McCandless
“Oh! To make the world Magic again!”
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Award Winning
~ Mom’s Choice Gold ~ Family Choice ~ Zamiz Book Image
~ SCBWI Recommendation ~
These are coveted, family-friendly, national consumer, award programs. They recognize the finest books that enrich the lifestyles of children and families, and reflect a passion to help families grow emotionally, physically and spiritually.
Parents and educators know that books bearing these seals of approval are best-in-class, high-quality, great value purchases.
Becoming Jesse is a family-classic novel that exhibits delightful, inspirational creativity and extraordinary, stunning imagination. Here, in the pages of this marvelous story, is a deep commitment in making a positive impact on families.
Light On!
* WINNER OF MOM”S CHOICE AWARD GOLD MEDAL *
* A FAMILY CHOICE AWARD BOOK *
* WINNER OF BOOK COVER IMAGE AWARD ~ ZAMIZ PRESS *
*SCBWI RECOMMENDED READING LIST *
You are born with magic. We all are. It’s your Light – shining out all over.
In 1947 New York City, Jesse O’Neil is born an orphan, yet he lives a wonderlush life filled with his everyday magic. At age six, Jesse begins solving the riddles his secretive mother has left behind, and he discovers he has a mysterious “disappeared” grandmother. No one knows a thing about her.
Clever Jesse springs into a quest to find her, as endless questions arise… along with a sinister con man who believes Jesse is the key to a reputed treasure. While Jesse copes with an unexpected grief, he realizes he must escape the villain’s dangerous schemes on his own, even if it means losing the chance to find his grandmother.
Jesse searches for a way out of the dark and into his magic that can turn numbing sorrow into amazing marvels. Real magic works in mysterious ways. It is spiraling through Jesse’s days and nights. Leaving stardust clues. Waiting … for Jesse’s Light.
Your Magic is waiting for you! Light ON!
In the Classroom Reading
Artwork by:
Patsie McCandless
Cover:
PaperSolo no paint – no pen – no ink
only layers of exquisite paper
Illustrations:
pencil / pen & ink
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I found out that my grandson’s favorite book is Becoming Jesse. And this is how he showed me – his 7th grade school project: The Rube Goldberg Challenge. He created this amazing ‘marble run’ with dominoes, mazes, popsicle sticks, and even a small toy cannon that shoots a ping-pong ball
– with a surprise ending for me! Enjoy the 1 minute 15 second video! (BTW, he got an A+ on the project!)
Testimonials
“Becoming Jesse is a radiantly magical story… inspirational… with a very profound message, because it’s really about becoming the magic in you.”
“Sure to become a new classic, the characters in Becoming Jesse come to life like old friends you just can’t wait to visit. Every night my son begged for just one more chapter!”
“Put down your phone, turn off the TV, and open this book. You’ll return to the magic of your childhood.”
A beautiful story that touches my heart, bringing home the message that magic is everywhere – we just have to be aware and welcome it into our lives.
“Full of thoughtful, delightful stories with clever, new, ‘brillish’ words, Becoming Jesse empowers children – and grown-ups – to become their dream.”
“A timely, much-needed story, guiding us with love and inner light. I laughed and cried and was spellbound by the twists and turns. I highly recommend it for parents, grandparents, teachers and children.”
“A marvel! I loved the affirmation of the joy of living and acceptance of mortality.”
“Starlight, Starbright — Patsie McCandless captures the real Magic in her family classic novel, Becoming Jesse. Her colorful, illuminating characters take us on an enchanted journey of self-discovery.”
“Sometimes we lose sight of the Light in our lives. Becoming Jesse re-ignites our belief in our Light – our highest and best selves, taking us on a very personal journey through Jesse’s adventures, fun, surprises, and discoveries. Here is the power of Love and Light in a timeless story for all ages, to soothe and renew our spirits — our Magic — every day.”
