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MJ Daley-Prado

MJ Daley-Prado

About

MJ is an award winning illustrator and writer from Maryland. She has written several children's books including the Grandma What Is Cancer? and her newest release Piggie Wiggie's Great Adventure. MJ has also written her first non-fiction novella entitled Borrowed Time. MJ recently her story picked by Guideposts for Expecting Miracles and has written for other online agenices as well.
 
Children have been a big part of my life ever since I can remember. As a Mom I have always tried to instill the importance of books and reading in my own child. Books can take a child to magical places they have never been before. They can stir their imaginations and spark their creativity. I hope my books will bring as much joy to your children as I have had making them.

 

Dead Burn

Dead Burn

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<p>Terrified California residents face the shocking dilemma of yet another serial killer roaming freely in their neighborhoods. However, this time it is an evolving serial killer anomaly that relentlessly searches for, hunts down, and ingeniously traps his victims before unleashing his fiery rage. Always two steps ahead of the cops and fire investigators, the killer hones in on the next sinful target leaving a trail of bones and ashes behind as evidence. It rocks the criminal justice system to the core as a string of arson murders hits inside their turf.</p><p>Vigilante detective Emily Stone hunts serial killers and child abductors, covertly and under the law enforcement radar, with her intrinsic skills of criminal profiling and forensic investigation. With Stone’s toughest case yet, the arson serial killer immediately crosses her radar and sends her into the dark territory of a lethal pyromaniac’s mind – to the point of no return.</p><p>While following the clues of the relentless firebomber, Stone grabs the attention of a government anti-terrorist organization called GATE that oversees all law enforcement cases across the U.S., which now focuses their sights on her proven abilities. They have very specific plans for her, whether she likes it or not.</p><p>Everything teeters on the edge of reality, as Stone must battle for her life between a hired assassin and an arson serial killer. Lines are drawn on both sides of the law. Friendships and lovers are tested.</p>

Story Behind The Book

After having been through two major experiences with cancer Ms. Daley-Prado decided it was time for her to take matters into her own hands and do something about it. When this devastating disease struck her sister's family in 1998, her sister had four small children at the time. Her sister's children were between the ages of 4 and 12. Her own daughter was just three at the time. The family went searching for material to help explain cancer in terms the children could understand. Unfortunately, the materials they found were all about "doom and gloom". They were not about living; they were about the end and dying. They could not find any type of illustrated books or material for young children. They could not find exactly what they were looking for to present to their young children. MJ decided it was time to address this topic and write a book for children. Many times, she tried however, grief kept getting in the way. Cancer came knocking again in 2003 this time claiming her Mother's life. Before her Mother passed, she promised her Mom she would write a book to help children. So, with that said,"this is how this journey began..." MJ wrote and illustrated, "Grandma, What Is Cancer?" She wanted to do more though and so she devoted 50% of the proceeds to be split between two organizations in honor of her Mother and Sister.

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<span class="stars_rated_container">  </span> <div class="UIRating" title="Rated 5.0 stars"><span class="stars"><img class="star_1" alt="*" src="http://static.lulu.com/images/ui/controls/UIRating/star_full.png?20100105141338" /><img class="star_2" alt="*" src="http://static.lulu.com/images/ui/controls/UIRating/star_full.png?20100105141338" /><img class="star_3" alt="*" src="http://static.lulu.com/images/ui/controls/UIRating/star_full.png?20100105141338" /><img class="star_4" alt="*" src="http://static.lulu.com/images/ui/controls/UIRating/star_full.png?20100105141338" /><img class="star_5" alt="*" src="http://static.lulu.com/images/ui/controls/UIRating/star_full.png?20100105141338" /></span></div><span class="date_reviewed_container">Oct. 15, 2009</span> <span class="author_reviewed_container">By mary jo prado</span> <div class="descr_reviewed_container"> <div><span class="LHtmlTextView content_description">&quot;Grandma,What Is Cancer?&quot;<br />“Grandma, What is Cancer by M.J.Daley-Prado is a book written to help children understand what happens to people while undergoing cancer treatment. This is an important issue for many children today. Truthful and to the point Ms.Daley-Prado makes it clear to children that cancer patients have a long rough road to recovery and that the ultimate outcome is in the hands of God. Cancer is a frightening experience for everyone and children need to be prepared not<span class="LHtmlTextView"> sheltered and this book will help clarify many of the concerns of children who cancer is affecting their lives. 5 stars to M.J.Daley-Prado and “Grandma,What is Cancer?” LM Owens, Author of Darius Prince of Legend. </span><a class="LHtmlTextView" href="#">...</a></span><a class="LHtmlTextView textDisclosureButton" href="#"><span class="LHtmlTextView">More &gt;</span></a></div> <div class="report_review_container"> </div></div>