Owen and Eleanor Make Things Up

H. M. Bouwman

Nov 2018 · Owen and Eleanor Book 2 · Sparkhouse Family

About this ebook

Owen is doing the same creative writing project for homeschooling that Eleanor is doing in public school! They have to write an interesting story about their lives. The problem is: their lives arenÕt that interesting. So Eleanor decides to fix the problem by doing exciting things--with not-so--great results. When they join a community martial arts class, Owen sees a different way to make an interesting story happen...by making something up that sounds true even though it isn't. When they both end up in trouble--again--they learn that making up fake stories to fool people isn't a good way to live.

The Owen and Eleanor series follows two kids from two different families as they navigate the ups and downs of childhood. The duo learns important lessons about faith, values, and friendship.

About the author

In addition to Owen and Eleanor Move In, H.M. BouwmanÊwrites middle grade historical fantasy, including The Remarkable & Very True Story of Lucy & SnowcapÊ(2008) and A Crack in the SeaÊ(2017). She is also an associate professor of English at the University of St. Thomas, a homeschooling mom, a member of Hamline United Methodist Church, and a martial artist.

Charlie Alder has illustrated many books for children, including her first authored and illustrated picture book, Daredevil Duck. She describes herself as "a curly haired coffee drinker and crayon collector." She lives in Devon with her "Helpful Husband" and "Super Scrumptious Small Son," who influence her inspiration greatly. You can visit her at charliealder.com and on Twitter @chuckie346.