Product Description

When a moment of magic presents itself to ten-year-old Chin it is good that he has Eagle, his talking dog, to turn to for guidance. The magic leads Chin and his canine companion to encounter dark forces lurking beneath their quiet and otherwise uneventful town. Ultimately Chin learns to trust himself and his own powers, taking on the challenges that he faces with pluck, resolve, and a loyal friend at his side. This story is a fun adventure and a wonderful read for any child who is taking their first steps into the fantasy genre. Kids stay engaged with the book from beginning to end and love the riddles and magic leading to the next adventure of the series. Through this delightful tale children can learn that if they trust themselves, visualize positive outcomes, and keep a positive attitude the results can be most unexpected, positive, and satisfying.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #759495 in Books
• Published on: 2009-02-24
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 108 pages

Review
"Chin and the Magic Stones is an electrifying tale of a young boy who is able to overcome fears and insecurities through belief in himself. With the help of his companion Eagle, Chin is able to provide hope and help to his friends by combating the evil of negative thinking. This story is engaging and suspenseful, educational and whimsical. I am eager for the next installment from L.J. Salazar!" --Ingrid Adams, Middle School English Teacher, Scotts Valley, California, Feb 2009

Review
"Chin and the Magic Stones is a charming adventure story for young readers who will enjoy learning, along with Chin and his companions, how positive thinking and a mind open to magic can lead you to some unexpected challenges and rewards."

About the Author
L.J. Salazar is a photographer, writer,successful entrepreneur, and marketing executive.

Influenced by García Márques, Borges, Cortázar and other Latin-American writers, L.J. began writing children's fantasy books using the context of magic realism. His children's books address issues such as growing up, insecurity and self-doubt, the innate need for confidence, and the importance of good relationships with those that we love the most - whether they are human or animal. His first children's book in English: Chin and the Magic Stones, takes on the themes of self-realization, resourcefulness and confidence for children in the context of a fantastic, exciting and creative story that keeps middle graders engaged from beginning to end.

L.J. lives in the greater Seattle area with his wife, their son and the family's King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, Eagle.

Customer Reviews

Enjoyed This Book
Luis is a friend and gave me this book as a gift. We were talking about the power of positive thinking and the journey of our spirits/souls. The book has a great message for adults and children alike "Ab Intra" (you will need to read the book, I won't spoil it for you). The book is fun and full of adventure.

My book review
I like the story because Chin shows how to be positive and be successful. Eagle makes me laugh a lot because he pretends to be a well-educated dog from England but he exaggerates everything. The story happens in Kirkland, a small city where I live, so I can go to the places described in the book and imagine the story is real! I am waiting for book #2!

My First Book Review
When you read this book you enter an exciting new world. It's the perfect combination of real places - it takes place in Kirkland in the state of Washington which is near where I live - and fictional places where time stands still. The characters are perfect for this book. The main character, Chin, is 10 years old like me. He is resourceful, witty, and smart. I also like the dog, Eagle because he's a nice loyal dog. The moral of this story is that if you put your mind to it you can do anything. I can't wait for the next book.