Most Popular Books by Stephan J Myers

Extraordinarily haunting thought-provoking and authoritative Myers poems are reflections of conversations he had with those who have lost husbands, wives, lovers, brothers, sisters sons and daughters. Heart-rending, revealing and often surprising they relate to conflicts past and present.

"A fable for grownups who believe it is never too late to change." Don't let the illustrations fool you; Loss De Plott is as thought provoking as it gets. A fable for grownups, who believe it is never too late to change and understand the power of now, Loss will re-ignite your hunger for answers and will take you on a journey of discovery, where the stakes could not be higher. A chilling view of the future unfolds as the boundaries of time unravel and characters that might well shape our future are revealed. Meet Slothman, Wordsmith and the haunting Dark Whisperers and you will learn that it really is never too late to change. Myers has created a truly unique blending of illustrations and words, in a book that is impossible to put down. Written with a Dickensian lilt and the cadence of a musical score; the tale is told by a mysterious narrator who wakes, without his memory, only to find the elfin like Loss levitating before him. "What ......does it look like," she asks. And when a parade of odd looking doors appear in his mind he realizes that, if he is to resolve the mystery of his peculiar circumstances, there are answers he must find. Thus begins a fable that, by revealing what is really important in life, might well change your view of the world forever. Simple, yet deceptively complex, fragments of this endearing fable can be found in literature, religions and philosophies across the centuries. Yet, when all is said and done, they come down to one solitary word. A word that has both the power to create; the power to destroy the world of tomorrow and upon which rests the future of children everywhere. In the words of Stephan J Myers...... Even in this digital age there is no diary we might consult more than that of memory and it often seems to me that the oldest of memories linger longest for the dreams that never die. Constant whispers that remind us all of those halcyon days of youth, when the great expectations for our lives ahead were yet untainted by the realities of life. That everything changes is perhaps the most enduring of universal truths. Yet even that for which we have most longed might often be tinged by sadness, for fundamental to change are the choices we must make. With the years I have come to realise that each step we take in life might be regretted once we begin to dwell upon those other steps we might have taken. More, there seems to me a time for each of us when we might ask what if? Loss De Plott is above all the sum of those choices we might make. Unashamedly written with a Dickensian lilt and some rather quirky illustrations I wanted to write a book which the reader could not skim across the pages, but be encouraged to find an accord between images and words. Both mediums layered upon each other with the greatest of care, that they might reflect the simplicity and complexity with which we weave the patterns of our lives. More, I want you to never forget the characters Loss meets on her travels. The gross Slothman, the devilish Teller Of Tales and of course the Whisperers In The Dark. Find the rhythm in the words and reach once again for those halcyon days of youth. So that we might never forget we are each and every one of us the stuff of dreams and though we might be grownups, it is never too late to change. Stephan J Myers, July 2012.

The magic of children's books comes to life with a magical library in a faraway land in Loss De Plott & The Colour Gold. An extraordinary blend of images and words that will dazzle readers young and old from the very first page as Loss embarks on her third adventure with the magical Book of Dreams. With talking books, a rather special star and of course Ted, Loss learns that books and the words inside them are more precious than gold.

A wintery adventure where nothing INSIDE is as it seems! With timeless illustrations and playful rhyming verse, Myers not only spins the perfect bedtime story for children he reveals a real-world treasure hunt with the clues hidden in images and words. Children will love it and older readers will find a mystery waiting to be solved. A

The magic of Halloween comes to life in a classic children's picture book with witches, pumpkins, broomsticks & spells in Loss De Plott & The Colour Blue. An extraordinary blend of images and words that will dazzle readers young and old from the very first page as Loss & Ted embark on their second adventure with the magical Book of Dreams. Meet a blue eyed witch and dancing skeleton, a boy made of straw and many more as Loss learns that promises made must never be broken. Written for children, loved by Mums and Dads, the Loss De Plott series continues to become a treasured favourite amongst readers of all ages.

Written for children, loved by Mums and Dads! Christmas and snowmen will never be the same again, as the magic of dreams is brought to life for children everywhere. The adventures begin in The Colour Red when Loss is given a magical book of dreams that transports her to a place where snowmen play. A rhapsody of images and words for reader's young and old, The Colour Red forever captures the magic of childhood dreams in a classic book you will want to read over and over again. Praise for Stephan J Myers "Myers' fairy tale is a rhapsody of colours, musicality and clever rhyming ...... Each picture, with its vivid colours and soft lines, is a narrative statement of its own...so brilliant it should be framed!" "This is definitely a book that will be treasured and read again and again. The thing I still remember about my favourite childhood reads is the illustrations. There is so much detail on every page, I'm sure these will be remembered by generations to come." "As far as writing and illustration go this is what dreams are made of. Immaculately written and illustrated." "A truly charming & magical story by the very talented Stephen J Myers. As for the illustrations, they are simply stunning! I would highly recommend this book. A delightful read for all ages."

As the New Year approaches and revellers begin their celebrations, a poor homeless child searches for the warmth of a simple flame to keep him warm. The words of The Prayer will stay with you forever. A haunting children's tale from the imagination of Stephan J Myers. The Prayer is a rhapsody of images and words that will linger long after the last page is turned. Images and words that touch a special place inside, where the heart and mind know no boundaries. A tale of hope and reflection for readers young and old, for every day of the year. Read it, tell a friend, will you be the one to save him...? Praise for The Prayer ***** "Myers' fairy tale is a rhapsody of colours, musicality and clever rhyming ...... Each picture, with its vivid colours and soft lines, is a narrative statement of its own...so brilliant it should be framed!" ***** "This is definitely a book that will be treasured and read again and again. The thing I still remember about my favourite childhood reads is the illustrations. There is so much detail on every page, I'm sure these will be remembered by generations to come" ***** "As far as writing and illustration go this is what dreams are made of. Immaculately written and illustrated" ***** "A truly charming & magical story by the very talented Stephen J Myers. As for the illustrations, they are simply stunning! I would highly recommend this book. A delightful read for all ages" ***** "A very touching and heart-warming story that actually brought tears to my eyes. A story of a young boy who has nothing, but sees how some who have so much can't help someone who doesn't. I believe this story should be in everyone's book shelf...." ***** "The Prayer is eloquently written about a young boy who is looking for a warm place of his own and a meal. This is a tale that will haunt the reader for a long time. It makes one think about how unfair life can be for some" ***** "You'll find a captivating and truly touching read between the pages of this beautiful book. If you are looking for a book that will bring a memorable life lesson to a child and adults alike, this is an outstanding read. Oh, and the illustrations are absolutely magical" ***** "Everyone should read this little gem. A fantastic poignant little tale which grips from beginning to end. Don't miss this one" ***** "Beautifully written book with amazing illustrations. Thought provoking for adults and children alike. Reading makes you realise just how adaptable the story is to the modern day. 'd recommend this lovely book to anyone" ***** "Wonderful story written in verse suitable for all ages. The story was more meaningful each time I read it and the wonderful illustrations really added to it"

Beyond the rush of heady romance, love's melody lingers in the most unexpected places. Our capacity to love, an endless opus to the human spirit. Yet, try as we may to define it, our words may only offer the most cursory of insights. How can we truly define something so intrinsic to body and soul? Best then to speak not of love, but those paths upon which its presence or absence may lead us. In haunting and timeless prose, Stephan J Myers has the enduring ability to reach the hearts and minds of his readers. Taking universal emotions and weaving powerful poetic tales through images and words, he makes a connection that lives beyond the page. Few readers will read the words of 'The Fallen' or 'The Kiss' and remain unmoved, whilst 'The Writer speaks to the darker side of love. From his magical children's series to the tragedy of The Prayer and The fallen, his extraordinary renditions have won him an enthusiastic international following. His work exploring the spectrum of life from the imaginative years of childhood to the complexity of our later life and the choices we come to make.