Brackizar and The Green Stone

About the Book

 Shawn’s grandmother recently died.  He is having difficulty dealing with it.  He misses her very much.  One night as he falls asleep he hopes he will dream about his grandma.  In his dream he meets Brackizar the wizard and walks through his grief to the other side where he learns to accept his grandmother’s death.  His encounter is assisted by Lillie an enchanting faerie and a mysterious green stone.

About the Author

The author, Sharon Centers wrote a series of books dealing with the issues of death and dying and how to help children cope with the loss of a loved one in their life.  She has been interested in thanantology, specifically how it pertains to children, since her under graduate studies at Indiana University.  She possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences and graduate studies focusing on Child and Adolescent Psychology.  The subject matter of death for children is often frightening and Centers has found a way to initiate understanding without threatening security.

Sharon Centers grew up in Appalachia where creative imagination and artistic ability are greatly appreciated. She now lives in Indiana where she  continues to explore art, writing and working with children.