The Leopard Who Loved His Life    by Connie Hunt
Price: $3.99 USD. 710 words. Language: English. Published on June 12, 2013. Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Bullying.
Join two-month-old baby cub Larry the Leopard as he deals with being teased about how he speaks. After viewing his diverse world with all the various animals' differences, Larry find that being different isn't such a bad thing and that he truly loves his life.

Where Has My Mother Gone? — Drugs Have Stolen Her Away Again and We’re Home Alone    by Irma Stowers
Price: $2.99 USD. 13240 words. Language: English. Published by Fideli Publishing on June 11, 2013. Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Drugs, Alcohol, Substance Abuse.
Mary is a child "marked by cocaine" who takes a hard look at her life and decides that she has to take charge to make sure that drugs don't tear her family apart. She works to get other children at her school and the people of her community to join her in her "March Against Drugs. She also helps others who are dealing with drugs in their lives by creating a safe environment for discussions.

Billy Crabtree and His Amazing Orange Pyjamas    by Thomas Nwafor
Price: $5.99 USD. 26710 words. Language: English. Published on May 15, 2013. Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Bullying.
A fantastic book in which bullying is the main issue at a rough secondary school called Grimshaw High. Though the book is addressing a serious subject, it does so in a way which makes it fun to read for both young and old. It will have everyone laughing from beginning to end.

Aliens!    by P. Anthony Priest
Price: $2.99 USD. 1310 words. Language: American English. Published on May 13, 2013. Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance.
Are they friend or foe!? What do they want? Why are they here? These and all of your other questions will be answered in ‘Aliens!’ The purpose of Espire Writings books and blog is to encourage, inspire and support. Out of every ‘thing’ that we as parents and caretakers can give, what better present than the gift of self-esteem?

The Anteater Who Was To Short    by Connie Hunt
Price: $3.99 USD. 750 words. Language: English. Published on May 13, 2013. Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Bullying.
Annie the Anteater's legs are too short and others make fun of her. What can she do?

Flop; The Little Rabbit Who Was Happy to Be Different    by Sali Childs
Price: $3.08 USD. 1020 words. Language: English. Published on May 9, 2013. Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance.
Flop the little rabbit was worried that she was different, but her very kind teacher taught her that she was really special and had a heart of gold.

Bart Golden Heart and the Heroes' Chant    by Yariv Lotan
Price: $2.99 USD. 1880 words. Language: English. Published on May 2, 2013. Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance.
Once Upon a time there was a boy named Bart. But, everybody called him - Bart Golden Heart. One day Bart had an upsetting day and he could not feel his golden heart anymore. Will he find his heart of Gold? Will he find the power of love? Will he learn how to deal with fear, shame and sadness? Will he find his confidence? a MUST read for any child and parent.

Bart Golden Heart and the Knights    by Yariv Lotan
Price: Free! 1780 words. Language: English. Published on April 15, 2013. Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance.
Once Upon a time there was a boy named Bart. But, everybody called him - Bart Golden Heart, One day Bart had an upsetting day and he could not feel his Golden Heart anymore. Will he find his heart of Gold? Will he find the power of love? Will he learn how to deal with fear, shame and sadness? Will he find his confidence? a MUST read for any child and parent.

The Geek Club    by Becky Reilly
Price: $3.99 USD. 30830 words. Language: English. Published on April 12, 2013. Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance.
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Who needs to worry about being cool in the fourth grade? Everyone-according to Ron, the new kid in class. He's big, strong and mean, and he loves to bully the geeks who don't measure up. Austin, JJ, and Josh need to figure out what makes them cool,so they have the confidence to stand up to the bully. They band together to form The Geek Club and discover how awesome geeks can be.

Magic Shoes: A Short Story About Overcoming Shyness To Try New Things    by Jasmin Hill
Price: $4.99 USD. 770 words. Language: English. Published by Stephen Williams on April 7, 2013. Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance.
This story is about a boy that was shy and clumsy until his mother bought him a new pair shoes. Wearing his new pair of shoes made him braver, giving him a chance to explore and play with the other kids in the neighborhood. Are you shy? Are you scared to go outside to play with other kids? Are you scared you won’t do well in sports? Well, it just takes a little magic for you to have fun!