
Welcome from Ruthy!
Elvia and the Gift of Passion
Third book in the Tales by Moons-light series
coming April 5, 2023!
“…The irresistible adventures of a young girl spirited away to a two-mooned planet…” — Book Life “Editor’s Pick”
“…Ballard’s writing is lively and fun, and her character-building is a marvel; she has created rich, imaginative personalities… Additionally, Ballard weaves fascinating science facts into her narrative. By the time readers reach the story’s conclusion, full of surprising gems of irony and fate, they will be spellbound—and eager for another Urth tale.” — Blue Ink Review
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Frankie and the Gift of Fantasy
e-book and paperback available now from WhipSmart Books
Frankie Russo has a wild and wonderful imagination, but his nagging, ambitious parents don’t appreciate it. All that changes, though, when he disappears through a crack in his bedroom ceiling and find himself on a faraway two-mooned planet called Urth. A thrilling, science-rich, entertaining romp for middle grade readers!
Ruthy Ballard
Ruthy Ballard is a children’s book author, artist, and scientist. By day, she’s a professor and forensic DNA expert. By night, she romps in an imaginative playground of color and words. Her latest creation is Elvia and the Gift of Passion, a science-rich adventure story for middle grade readers.