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Erika M Szabo, a prolific and talented author with a fierce intellect and a penchant for exploring uncharted territories, is a woman of many skills and passions. She is known for her diverse range of writings that span historical fantasy, magical realism, cozy mysteries, sweet romance, and children's literature. Her writing style is both evocative and visceral, transporting readers into the depths of the characters' emotions with a few deft strokes of her pen.
Fiction novels
HISTORICAL FANTASY SERIES:
After being thrust into a world of clan mysteries, obscure traditions, and beliefs, Ilona’s life is drastically changing.
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HISTORICAL FANTASY SERIES: She must ensure the birth of the Chosen Child in the 4th century in order to save the future of the Hunor Clan.
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HISTORICAL FANTASY: An ancient curse cast by a powerful witch sixteen-hundred years ago destroys families in every generation for centuries.
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DYSTOPIAN LOVE STORY: Caleb lost his soulmate, Valerie. Could it be possible to find her in a parallel universe?
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HISTORICAL FICTION:
To escape her gloomy future, she sails to the New World with hopes for a better life.
What will her future hold? Will she find happiness?
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SWEET ROMANCE: Cruel fate allowed them a short happiness and tore them apart. Will they meet again?
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SUPERNATURAL FANTASY: A love potion made with haste out of jealousy puts Dorian into a comalike state and only a rare orchid could save his life.
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PARANORMAL FICTION: By reading the hieroglyphs, Layla breaks the ancient curse and frees the ghosts of Prince Akhmose.
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This compilation of short stories delves into the absurdities of life, the warmth of joyous occasions, and the shadows cast by difficult times.
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SUPERNATURAL FANTASY: When her Raven spirit guide warns her, she knows her life is in danger. Who wants her dead and why?
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COZY MYSTERY: Her life spins out of control when a snobbish woman brings a worthless painting into her antique shop.
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UNCONVENTIONAL FAMILY: People are not perfect. We can be happy life or create a chaotic life. It all depends on the choices we make.
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7 NOVELETTES: A story for every day of the week. Magic, mystery, ancient ghost, fate, soulmates, love conquers, deceit, omen.
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JOURNAL: When observation and imagination fill the gaps that science can't explain. Most of the perceived omens remain unexplainable myths, but others… you decide.
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Kidnapping, sins of the past, love, jealousy, entrapment, tragedy, revenge, betrayal, secrets of a serial killer.
The icy fingers of the unsettled past seem to follow bitter rivals from childhood.
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This miraculous treatment may have come at a cost that she wasn't prepared to pay.
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Anthologies
Intriguing, bone-chilling, heartwarming, and thought-provoking short stories by various genre authors.
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Intriguing, heartwarming, and thought-provoking speculative fiction stories by various genre authors.
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Stories to push the boundaries, challenge your perception, and question reason, logic, and beliefs.
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Halloween stories to chill you to the bone
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sometimes, those chilling stories contain a kernel of truth, a sinister echo of something ancient and malevolent that prowls the woods, refusing to be forgotten...
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From readers
"Even when I think I know where the story is heading, it doesn't, and I love that! It's nice to read something unique instead of the same stories woven with different characters." Faye Carey
"With an eloquent and lyrical prose, Szabo's narrative artistry unfolds effortlessly, inviting readers to revel in a world of vibrant colors, vivid imagery, and unforgettable characters." reviewer folio_crit
"Ms. Szabo’s writing style is easy to read and flows smoothly. She keeps you mesmerized with colorful words, paragraphs, and characters." Roy Murry
"As a bilingual teacher, I am excited about sharing this book with my students and think it would make a wonderful addition to all school libraries. 5 stars for Pico the Bilingual Parrot!" Janet Balletta
"With an eloquent and lyrical prose, Szabo's narrative artistry unfolds effortlessly, inviting readers to revel in a world of vibrant colors, vivid imagery, and unforgettable characters." reviewer folio_crit
"Ms. Szabo’s writing style is easy to read and flows smoothly. She keeps you mesmerized with colorful words, paragraphs, and characters." Roy Murry
"As a bilingual teacher, I am excited about sharing this book with my students and think it would make a wonderful addition to all school libraries. 5 stars for Pico the Bilingual Parrot!" Janet Balletta
Children's books
In 3 languages
BILINGUAL STORYBOOK 4-12: Pico speaks Spanish and nobody understands him. His story teaches children acceptance, compassion, and helping others.
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STORYBOOK 5-10: Terry finds out why she can talk to animals and why the good witch enchanted her music box so long ago.
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STORYBOOK 4-10: A little girl teaches her family and her friends how to communicate with someone who is hearing impaired.
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Picture book for children 2-7: Hophop, the little bunny is sad because he can't read his book. Ollie, the wise owl, shows him the alphabet and teaches him to read the fun and easy way.
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STORYBOOK 4-10: Bianca and Daniel stand up to brute bullies and when they see a woman trying to drown kittens in the river, they save them
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Bilingual STORYBOOK 4-10: Delivers moral lessons through magic and fun. The story teaches children the importance of art, imagination, and creativity, and if they use their wits, they can solve any problem.
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STORYBOOK 4-10: Lucky, the sweet-natured little monkey was bullied by the animals who didn't take time to get to know her.
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THREE books in one for children 4-10: A Basketful of Kittens, Pico the Pesky Parrot, and Look I Can Talk With My Fingers.
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STORYBOOK 4-10: Delivers moral lessons through magic and fun. The story teaches children the importance of art, imagination, and creativity, and if they use their wits, they can solve any problem.
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PICTURE BOOK 2-6: Penny always wants to do what her big brother does. She imitates his every move and constantly tweets, “Me, too.”
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PICTURE BOOK 2-6: When Terry wakes up in the morning, she tells her mother that the fairy showed her the numbers in her dream.
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FANTASY ADVENTURE 6-14: Golden Book Award Winner, spooky and funny heroic fantasy adventure series for middle-grade children and young adults.
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Spanish fiction
FANTASY: Después de ser arrojada a un mundo de misterios de clanes, tradiciones y creencias oscuras, la vida de Ilona está cambiando drásticamente.
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FANTASY: Ella debe asegurar el nacimiento del Niño Elegido en el siglo IV para salvar el futuro del Clan Hunor.
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SWEET ROMANCE: El destino cruel les permitió una breve felicidad y los destrozó. ¿Se volverán a encontrar?
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SUPERNATURAL THRILLER: Cuando su guía espiritual Cuervo le advierte, ella sabe que su vida está en peligro. ¿Quién la quiere muerta y por qué?
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FANTASÍA SOBRENATURAL: Una poción de amor hecha con prisa por celos pone a Dorian en un estado de coma y solo una rara orquídea podría salvarle la vida.
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Cuentos románticos y sobrenaturales.
Magia Misterio Fantasma Destino Amor Engaño Presagio
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PARANORMAL FICTION: Leggendo i geroglifici, Layla spezza l'antica maledizione e libera i fantasmi del principe Akhmose.
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Hungarian fiction
Amikor az elődök a régmúltban és közelmúltban elkövetett bűneinek árát a sors az utódokkal fizetteti meg. Két család története
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Remi a kórházban egy baljós tévedés folytán egy rejtélyes kezelést kapott, ami nemcsak a rohamot állította meg, hanem csodával határos módon minden létező betegségét is meggyógyította.
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A kegyetlen sors rövid boldogságot engedett nekik, és szétszakította őket. Találkoznak még egyszer?
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Jayden a nagyanyja rejtett kamrájában ősi, rovásírással irt bőrlapokat fedez fel, amit egy Hun sámán irt ezerhatszáz évvel ezelőtt.
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Spanish, bilingual, and Hungarian children's books
SPANISH STORYBOOK: Sandra encuentra un sitio web para personas con discapacidad auditiva que explica cómo se comunican las personas sordas.
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CUENTOS BILINGÜES 4-12: Pico habla español y nadie lo entiende. Su historia les enseña a los niños la aceptación, la compasión y ayudar a los demás.
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LIBRO DE CUENTOS para niños de 4 a 10: Bianca y Daniel se enfrentan a unos matones brutos y cuando ven a una mujer que intenta ahogar gatitos en el río, los salvan
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Bilingual STORYBOOK 4-10: Delivers moral lessons through magic and fun. The story teaches children the importance of art, imagination, and creativity, and if they use their wits, they can solve any problem.
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Bilingual storybook for preschoolers and early readers.
Libro bilingüe para niños en edad preescolar y primeros lectores.
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Libro ilustrado para niños de 2 a 7 años
Hophop, el conejito, está triste porque no puede leer su libro. Ollie, el búho sabio, le muestra el abecedario y le enseña a leer de forma fácil y divertida.
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Mesekönyv 4-10 éves gyerekeknek: Az erkölcsi leckék mellett varázslaton és szórakozáson keresztül, történet megtanítja a gyerekeknek a művészet, a képzelet és a kreativitás fontosságát, és ha használják az eszüket, bármilyen problémát meg tudnak oldani.
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Audiobooks
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My magazine
Some of my blog posts
Magical Realism
Magical realism is a literary genre that has gained immense popularity over the years due to its ability to blur the lines between reality and fantasy. It is characterized by the use of magical or supernatural elements in an otherwise realistic setting, blending elements of fantasy and the supernatural with the real world. In this genre, magical elements are treated as commonplace and are seamlessly woven into the fabric of everyday life. This creates a sense of wonder and surrealism that can be both unsettling and captivating.
Magical realism, alternate history series
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Magical realism, alternate history series
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Magical realism, alternate history series
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Alternate history, magical realism
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Historical suspense fiction is a fascinating genre in literature that blends elements of history and suspenseful storytelling to create an immersive and engaging reading experience. This genre requires writers to have a strong grasp of historical events, culture, and legends, as well as the ability to create believable and suspenseful fictional narratives.
Why do we like supernatural stories?
People are naturally drawn to the supernatural, the unexplainable, and the mysterious. This is why stories about ghosts have been popular for centuries, and continue to captivate readers today.
One reason people love reading supernatural stories is because they offer an escape from reality. In a world that is often mundane and predictable, these stories offer a sense of excitement and adventure. They allow readers to explore a world that is both familiar and foreign, where anything can happen and anything is possible.
One reason people love reading supernatural stories is because they offer an escape from reality. In a world that is often mundane and predictable, these stories offer a sense of excitement and adventure. They allow readers to explore a world that is both familiar and foreign, where anything can happen and anything is possible.
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Children's books
As a #fiction writer, I firmly believe in the power of #stories to shape the minds and hearts of young #children Reading #books can expand their #imagination increase their vocabulary, and develop their #criticalthinking skills. When we expose children to a variety of fiction stories, we are giving them a #gift that will last a #lifetime
Fiction novels
HISTORICAL FANTASY SERIES:
After being thrust into a world of clan mysteries, obscure traditions, and beliefs, Ilona’s life is drastically changing.
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HISTORICAL FANTASY SERIES: She must ensure the birth of the Chosen Child in the 4th century in order to save the future of the Hunor Clan.
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HISTORICAL FANTASY: An ancient curse cast by a powerful witch sixteen-hundred years ago destroys families in every generation for centuries.
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DYSTOPIAN LOVE STORY: Caleb lost his soulmate, Valerie. Could it be possible to find her in a parallel universe?
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HISTORICAL FICTION:
To escape her gloomy future, she sails to the New World with hopes for a better life.
What will her future hold? Will she find happiness?
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SWEET ROMANCE: Cruel fate allowed them a short happiness and tore them apart. Will they meet again?
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SUPERNATURAL FANTASY: A love potion made with haste out of jealousy puts Dorian into a comalike state and only a rare orchid could save his life.
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PARANORMAL FICTION: By reading the hieroglyphs, Layla breaks the ancient curse and frees the ghosts of Prince Akhmose.
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SHORT STORY COLLECTION: fun anecdotes, heartwarming stories, and slice-of-life tales that evoke a wide range of emotions.
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SUPERNATURAL FANTASY: When her Raven spirit guide warns her, she knows her life is in danger. Who wants her dead and why?
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COZY MYSTERY: Her life spins out of control when a snobbish woman brings a worthless painting into her antique shop.
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UNCONVENTIONAL FAMILY: People are not perfect. We can be happy life or create a chaotic life. It all depends on the choices we make.
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7 NOVELETTES: A story for every day of the week. Magic, mystery, ancient ghost, fate, soulmates, love conquers, deceit, omen.
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JOURNAL: When observation and imagination fill the gaps that science can't explain. Most of the perceived omens remain unexplainable myths, but others… you decide.
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Kidnapping, sins of the past, love, jealousy, entrapment, tragedy, revenge, betrayal, secrets of a serial killer.
The icy fingers of the unsettled past seem to follow bitter rivals from childhood.
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The best compliment from a reader
Anthologies
Intriguing, bone-chilling, heartwarming, and thought-provoking short stories by various genre authors.
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Intriguing, heartwarming, and thought-provoking speculative fiction stories by various genre authors.
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Coming in July. Click the picture to submit your story
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Children's books
BILINGUAL STORYBOOK 4-12: Pico speaks Spanish and nobody understands him. His story teaches children acceptance, compassion, and helping others.
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STORYBOOK 5-10: Terry finds out why she can talk to animals and why the good witch enchanted her music box so long ago.
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STORYBOOK 4-10: A little girl teaches her family and her friends how to communicate with someone who is hearing impaired.
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Picture book for children 2-7: Hophop, the little bunny is sad because he can't read his book. Ollie, the wise owl, shows him the alphabet and teaches him to read the fun and easy way.
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STORYBOOK 4-10: Bianca and Daniel stand up to brute bullies and when they see a woman trying to drown kittens in the river, they save them
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Bilingual STORYBOOK 4-10: Delivers moral lessons through magic and fun. The story teaches children the importance of art, imagination, and creativity, and if they use their wits, they can solve any problem.
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STORYBOOK 4-10: Lucky, the sweet-natured little monkey was bullied by the animals who didn't take time to get to know her.
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THREE books in one for children 4-10: A Basketful of Kittens, Pico the Pesky Parrot, and Look I Can Talk With My Fingers.
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STORYBOOK 4-10: Delivers moral lessons through magic and fun. The story teaches children the importance of art, imagination, and creativity, and if they use their wits, they can solve any problem.
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PICTURE BOOK 2-6: Penny always wants to do what her big brother does. She imitates his every move and constantly tweets, “Me, too.”
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PICTURE BOOK 2-6: When Terry wakes up in the morning, she tells her mother that the fairy showed her the numbers in her dream.
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FANTASY ADVENTURE 6-14: Golden Book Award Winner, spooky and funny heroic fantasy adventure series for middle-grade children and young adults.
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Spanish and Hungarian fiction
FANTASY: Después de ser arrojada a un mundo de misterios de clanes, tradiciones y creencias oscuras, la vida de Ilona está cambiando drásticamente.
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FANTASY: Ella debe asegurar el nacimiento del Niño Elegido en el siglo IV para salvar el futuro del Clan Hunor.
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SWEET ROMANCE: El destino cruel les permitió una breve felicidad y los destrozó. ¿Se volverán a encontrar?
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SUPERNATURAL THRILLER: Cuando su guía espiritual Cuervo le advierte, ella sabe que su vida está en peligro. ¿Quién la quiere muerta y por qué?
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FANTASÍA SOBRENATURAL: Una poción de amor hecha con prisa por celos pone a Dorian en un estado de coma y solo una rara orquídea podría salvarle la vida.
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SWEET ROMANCE: A kegyetlen sors rövid boldogságot engedett nekik, és szétszakította őket. Találkoznak még egyszer?
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Cuentos románticos y sobrenaturales.
Magia Misterio Fantasma Destino Amor Engaño Presagio
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PARANORMAL FICTION: Leggendo i geroglifici, Layla spezza l'antica maledizione e libera i fantasmi del principe Akhmose.
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Spanish & bilingual children's books
SPANISH STORYBOOK: Sandra encuentra un sitio web para personas con discapacidad auditiva que explica cómo se comunican las personas sordas.
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CUENTOS BILINGÜES 4-12: Pico habla español y nadie lo entiende. Su historia les enseña a los niños la aceptación, la compasión y ayudar a los demás.
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LIBRO DE CUENTOS para niños de 4 a 10: Bianca y Daniel se enfrentan a unos matones brutos y cuando ven a una mujer que intenta ahogar gatitos en el río, los salvan
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Bilingual STORYBOOK 4-10: Delivers moral lessons through magic and fun. The story teaches children the importance of art, imagination, and creativity, and if they use their wits, they can solve any problem.
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Bilingual storybook for preschoolers and early readers.
Libro bilingüe para niños en edad preescolar y primeros lectores.
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Libro ilustrado para niños de 2 a 7 años
Hophop, el conejito, está triste porque no puede leer su libro. Ollie, el búho sabio, le muestra el abecedario y le enseña a leer de forma fácil y divertida.
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Audiobooks
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