Chapter 4 – Moving to Menomonie Nettie held onto Grandma Cupp tightly. The frail woman trembled as Nettie embraced her. The move to Menomonie was taking a toll on them all. Will I ever see her again? Nettie’s crisply starched white blouse was wet on the shoulder from her grandmother’s tears. This move is unfair! I […]
Peggy McAloon
Peggy M McAloon is on a mission to inspire kids everywhere to stand up to abuse and bullying. Her "Lessons from Fiori Series" about a young girl from Wisconsin, provides a strong female role model who isn't afraid to show compassion or hack into a con man's computer if the need arises. Peggy's courageous battle with depression, abuse, and a traumatic brain injury has enabled her to identify with both children and adults who have suffered from abuse and bullying.
She's a retired trainer and speaker in the field of commercial credit. Her first book, "The Art of Business Credit Investigation" was featured in Inc. Magazine. She's been interviewed by the Associated Press and appeared on news shows in her efforts to protect our water resources.
Her first book in the Lessons from Fiori series, "Elle Burton and the Reflective Portals" is a finalist in the 2018 Readers' Favorite International Book Awards.
The Christmas Prayer – Maria, June Bride
Chapter 3 – Maria The last two weeks of June were a whirlwind of activity for the Girls Club. Maria couldn’t hide her delight with all the wedding preparations. She’d never been the center of attention before, and she loved it. Beth finally made the big move out of her parents’ mansion. She found an […]
The Christmas Prayer – Nettie 1883
Chapter 2 – June 1883 Nettie Perkins hurried down Summit Avenue in St. Paul toward the home of Beth Brandon. The lush trees shaded the street as she walked past the stately William B. Dean house. The first mansion on the street was built in 1855 when land was going for about one dollar per […]
