Island of Fantasy - A Memoir of an English Teacher in Korea
In this fascinating memoir, the author says goodbye to a mundane existence in America and, given a free air ticket and apartment, ventures to teach English on a remote island off the coast of South Korea. Dubbed The Island of Fantasy by its inhabitants, Koje-do is a mixture of charm and peaceful beauty. But in its city center sits Wonder School, a place of frantic chaos and disorganization.
The Greek island of Corfu lies like a jewel, green and gold, in the Ionian sea, where dolphins swim in the sparkling blue water. What better place for an out-of-work actress to relax for a few weeks?
But the island is full of danger and mysteries, and Lucy Waring's holiday is far from peaceful. She meets a rude young man, who seems to have something to hide. Then there is a death by drowning, and then another...
Anyone who has dealt with pet loss, and especially a child's pet loss, knows the helpless feeling that can result. Yolan's short children's book presents the life-to-death cycle in a sensitive, positive style through the story of Tiger Rose, an older cat who is weary of her earthly life and ready for more peaceful times. One morning Tiger Rose says goodbye to her family, her home, the critters she chased, curls up under a rosebush and envisions "gathering for one last jump.."
When Phyllis's cousin asks her to look after her Oak Knoll bed-and-breakfast for a few weeks, Phyllis jumps at the chance-mostly because the inn is located close to the annual Rockport, Texas, Just Desserts competition. Determined to beat her friendly rival and enjoy some peaceful downtime with her boyfriend Sam, Phyllis concocts the ultimate sweet treat.