Books by Linda Eschler

Mississippi Gulf Coast Restaurants POST Katrina $21.95

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Restaurant Book – Post Katrina is a must read for everyone throughout the United States because it takes the reader on a journey with each of the restaurant owners as they share the history of how their restaurant began and how they survived the most devastating natural disaster ever to hit the United States, Hurricane Katrina.

All of the restaurants in this book either rebuilt or re-located, but none of them did so without facing many challenges of which you will read about in this book.

Besides their history and hurricane Katrina stories, all of these wonderful restaurants shared some of their favorite recipes and you will definitely want to try them all, preferably in their restaurants.

Some of the locals on our coast also contributed recipes and one of them, Wade Maness, even wrote a great story about cooking with his Grandmother

You will also experience the art, history and culture of the Mississippi Gulf coast when you read the chapter on the History of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Also included are some fun food trivia, famous food quotes and a list of famous Mississippians. We have also added a chapter on the Lazy Magnolia Brewery, Mississippi’s only Microbrewery.

Our Mississippi Gulf Coast is filled with beautiful, resilient folks and once you read this book, I believe you will agree. Hurricane Katrina caused massive damage to The Mississippi Gulf Coast; however, it did not destroy the spirit of its people.

Though there have been many changes since Hurricane Katrina, there is one thing that never changed. Our Mississippi Gulf Coast Restaurants still serve only the freshest seafood from the Gulf of Mexico and their cuisine is still second to none in the world.

About the Author:

Though not originally from Mississippi, Lee & Linda Eschler call the Mississippi Gulf Coast home. Linda writes children's book, as well as adult fiction and Lee is the illustrator.

They both enjoyed successful careers in Television and Print advertising, and most recently were employed as Special Project Managers with Books Are Fun, a Readers Digest Company.

Linda's first book, Awakening Nicholas, was written under the pen name of Lindsay Delaney; since then she has written the first two installments in her Strawberry Fairy series titled The Strawberry Fairies Save Sandcastle Island and The Strawberry Fairies and The Secret Of Mystery Island . The third installment, The Strawberry Fairies And The Treasures Of Pirate's Island has just been released, along with Willow House; a mystery that takes place in the city of Ocean Springs, Mississippi.

The Strawberry Fairies Save Sandcastle Island $16.95

The Strawberry Fairies and the Treasures of Pirate Island $16.99

The Strawberry Fairies and the Treasures Of Pirate Island is the third installment in The Strawberry Fairies series and by far the most exciting. Gabrielle and Quinn are aboard The Royal Quest heading back to Sandcastle Island when a terrible storm erupts and forces Captain McNice to drop anchor near Pirate Island. As everyone aboard The Royal Quest takes refuge on Pirate Island, the adventure begins. Everyone begins disappearing and Gabrielle and Quinn must find them before they are lost forever. . This adventure evolves into yet another mission. The Strawberry Fairies join forces with their new friends, Abigail, Adrian, Tiffany and Kyle to help them escape from Pirate Island and find their missing families. The Strawberry Fairies And The Treasures Of Pirate Island is two adventures in one book and by the time their missions are over, Gabrielle and Quinn find out that they are much more powerful than they ever imagined so close your eyes, think happy thoughts, and Let’s Fly!

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The Strawberry Fairies and the Secret of Mystery Island $16.95

Get ready for another mystical, magical journey with the Strawberry Fairies, Gabrielle and Quinn. Team up with them as they face the fierce pirate, Captain Dawkins, and help them in their quest to uncover the secret of Mystery Island. With each adventure they go on, the Strawberry Fairies gain more and more of their magical powers, and so will you. Close your eyes, think happy thoughts, and LET’S FLY.

Awaken Nicholas $15.99

Meet Nicholas. Share his déjà vu awakening in palatial surroundings that are both unfamiliar and oddly routine. Strangers seem to know him, but how could they? The man with no memory soon meets his mentor, a gentle steward who guides Nicholas around his island paradise, showing him environmental treasures of unsurpassed natural beauty. Nicholas learns to appreciate the delicate balance between human beings and Planet Earth. In his quest to understand why he is on the island, Nicholas encounters friends and enemies, discovering along the way what it is to love-not only another person, but a way of life. Travel with him through time. Decipher mysteries from his past that reveal clues to his new reality. Though he doesn't know it, Nicholas is part of a broader plan, a mission suitable for only those pure of heart. Join Nicholas on this once-in-a-lifetime roller-coaster adventure.

Nicholas and the Spirit of Bliss $19.95

We last saw Nicholas on the Island of Bliss, where He, along with Claire, Geoffrey and Heather had just discovered that they would play a major role in repopulation, after the end of the world.

The four of them would transport many of the people they rescued to other destinations. These people would be the first generation in a wonderful new world; a World of Knowing. There would be no doubt, no hate, no jealously. There would be only love.

Now, before they could take others out into the new world, there was much to learn. Leo would be their mentor, once again.

You were told in, "Awakening Nicholas," that there would be a time when people did not die. Everyone would be able to project themselves to any place they chose to be. Death would simply not be necessary in order to be with your loved ones that had crossed over.

But, let's not jump ahead of ourselves. Nicholas and Geoffrey have a much more urgent mission ahead of them and many surprises in store. The thrills and adventure continues in "Nicholas and the Spirit of Bliss" as Nicholas explores the universe and continues his time traveling adventures.

Willow House $19.95

Jack, Evan and Madison Bloom, descendents of Tempest Bienvenue, have recently inherited Willow House, an old Antebellum Home on the Mississippi Sound in the city of Ocean Springs, so they decide to take a family vacation and check the old place out. Little do these three know what dark secrets Willow House is keeping or what danger awaits them, in fact they had never even heard of Willow House until recently when they were informed that an old Aunt from South Carolina had passed away and left Willow House to them. According to the residents of Ocean Springs, Willow House is cursed and no one other than descendents of Tempest Bienvenue, have ever been allowed inside. The Blooms reside in Shreveport, Louisiana; however their parents were killed in an automobile accident in Ocean Springs, less than a year ago so they decide that they might as well do a little investigating of their own while they are staying at Willow House. There is much mystery surrounding Willow House and Jack, Evan and Madison are about to uncover many of its secrets as they become immersed in the most frightening adventure of their lives.

Book Reviews:

The Strawberry Fairies Save Sandcastle Island

"Linda Eschler is the author of The Strawberry Fairies Save Sandcastle Island, the first in a new series of delightful stories for children, issued through Publish America. The tale revolves around the adventures of two impish fairies, Quinn and Gabrielle, who come across the wicked Captain McNasty, as unpleasant a character as the ubiquitous Hook. Needless to say, things turn out for the best in the end, but Quinn and Gabrielle, children of the King and Queen of the island must overcome many obstacles to reach a happy ending! A delightful read that took me back to magical moments in my own childhood, when I would lose myself in the prose of Blyton, or even earlier listening to tales at my mothers' knee. Wonderful stuff for the children!" -- Nigel Edwards, Founder of Let's Get Published

The Strawberry Fairies and the Secret of Mystery Island

"In this latest book in her Strawberry Fairies series, author Linda Eschler reveals what happens when the evil Captain Dawkins kidnaps the Strawberry Fairies and their new friend Kalen, while searching for a treasure map he hopes will bring him riches beyond his wildest dreams. The young strawberry fairies Gabrielle and Quinn once again find themselves in mortal peril, and must use all their courage and intelligence, not to mention their new found magic powers, to save themselves as well as their new friend Kalen. The Strawberry Fairies and the Secret of Mystery Island is sure to gain many new young fans for Linda Eschler's popular series." -- Nick Daws, Freelance Writer www.nickdaws.com

"The Strawberry Fairies have once again whisked me away to a wonderful and whimsical fantasy land. Linda Eschler's characters are absolutely delightful. Her second installment The Secret of Mystery Island is a fun read. Who knows, one day we may see The Strawberry Fairies in their very own children's television series. Just some food for thought." -- Rhonda Weidner, Good Morning Mississippi & Midday News Anchor

WLOX-TV (Mother of a 9 year old girl who loves fairies)

"In her second book in The Strawberry Fairies series, author Linda Eschler has once again managed to delight children of all ages as she takes them on a new adventure with the mystical magical fairies, Gabrielle and Quinn. I love that the Strawberry Fairies are able to send positive messages to their young readers and at the same time entertain them with lots of mystery and adventure." --Christy Duval

Mississippi Gulf Coast Restaurants - Post Hurricane Katrina

Good Food Guide, Mississippi, 30 May 2009

If you are heading over States-side from the UK, and are going to be travelling to the good ol' south of the country, take this book with you. It's written by people who know their way around food, but also around the restaurants in the region. It's an excellent companion book to have on the journey; when you get there, go visit the restaurants and try out the food - you won't be disappointed! The book is entertaining, easy to read, and full of useful bits of information; and to top it all there's some really great recipes! A very good buy!

Nigel Edwards, Author - Prism – Exiles www.letsgetpublished.com

I bought one of your books last Friday at Salute and I love it! I think every longtime Coast diner should have a copy! --Linda French, MISSISSIPPI CASINO OPERATORS ASSOCIATION

Willow House

This book grabs you on the first few pages. I have never read a book that completely surprised me like this one. You think the plot is going one way and then it turns in a direction you would never expect. It is a smooth easy read. It has all the elements of a great book, family, romance, mystery, anger, jealousy, mistrust, and wishful thinking. I would highly recommend this book. If you want an easy read and a book you can't turn the pages fast enough, this is the book for you. -- L. Etheridge - Ohio

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