My First Ladies: Twenty-Five Years as the White House Chief Floral Designer

Matheson, Christie

Clarke, Nancy

Arts & Photography

Tantor Audio

In My First Ladies, Nancy Clarke reveals the touching, funny, and illuminating story of what it was like to serve under six administrations and to help each first lady find her own personal style when it came to planning flower designs, state dinners, and holiday festivities in the White House. Learn how Nancy gave comfort to Nancy Reagan when she discovered she had cancer and how she helped Laura Bush to gain the confidence to select bright, bold flower arrangements over the more conservative palettes she used in her first years as first lady. See the deep bond that developed between Nancy and Barbara Bush and feel what it was like to be standing in a bunker right next to President Bush in the days following 9/11. Only Nancy can reveal the inside story of what it was like to work for more than thirty years in the White House she called her second home.

My First Ladies: Twenty-five Years As the White House Chief Floral Designer: Library Edition

Tantor Media, Inc.

Stormy Hill's Legacy

Now that Lightning, the colt she raised from an orphan, is back, Ann Collins sees her chance to restore her family's acclaimed position in horse racing. Many years ago, her grandfather nearly bankrupted Stormy Hill, the Collins family thoroughbred breeding farm. Ann's well-bred black colt is now two years old, and in her eyes, has all the makings of a champion. Ann tries to convince her father and their horse trainer, Scotty, that Lightning has what it takes to be a stakes winner. But before he can race, Lightning must overcome many obstacles, including finding a qualified rider. During the time the colt was stolen, he was mistreated by the men who took him. Now Lightning is afraid of all male riders and will only trust Ann on his back. Ann would love to be the one to ride Lightning to victory, but she lives at a time when women cannot be professional jockeys. She hopes that her friend, Ted, can ride the horse in the big race, one which no other Stormy Hill horse has ever won. Will Ann be able to ensure Stormy Hill's Legacy in the greatest proving ground of them all, the Kentucky Derby? About the Author: Nancy Clarke is a retired elementary school teacher who lives in central Virginia, along with her two horses, champion show dogs, cats, chickens and a goat. She has been riding most of her life and been crafting the Stormy Hill series in her mind since she was a girl. The author has written several other books in the series. Publisher's website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/StormyHillsLegacy.html

Literature & Fiction

Women's Fiction

Strategic Book Publishing & Rights Agency, LLC

Stormy Hill

Fourteen-year-old Ann Collins wants nothing more than to see her family rise back from poverty and regain its acclaimed position in the racing world. And when Lightning, a well-bred black colt, is born, she knows that her chance has come. Her grandfather bankrupted the formerly successful, fully staffed horse farm in the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky, and now the Collins family, their trainer and his son are all that remain. Ann is a great rider, but it will take more than just skill for her to make her dreams a reality. Even if no one else really believes in Lightning, she knows that he will be the one to change it all. Little does she know that she and Lightning will be put to the test much sooner than expected! Author Nancy Clarke is a retired elementary school teacher who lives in central Virginia with her two horses, a multitude of champion show dogs, cats, chickens and a goat. Nancy has been riding for most of her life and has been crafting the Stormy Hill series in her mind since she was a child. Publisher's Website: http://sbpra.com/NancyClarke

Teen & Young Adult

Strategic Book Publishing

"A delightful book in the line of National Velvet. A girl and a special horse. If you love horses, you will love this book." -Henry Muire "...a touching and well told story of human and equine relationships. The characters are well developed and the story moves smoothly. Be warned...you may shed a tear here and there! I look forward to the sequel."-Susan Kuroski " is an extraordinary book about horses, family relationships, friends, faith, trust, disappointment, and adventure. Once I started reading , I couldn't put it down until I finished. Toward the end, the focus transfers to the horse's view (similar to ), but returns to the characters at the end. This break of view reminds horse owners/riders that the horse remembers experiences (both good and bad) and that these experiences along with their genes determine their attitude. The book is an emotional roller-coaster. I look forward to Nancy Clarke's sequels." -K. Heiser "If you are young or old you will enjoy this tale of two horses...The characters are well defined (both human and equine). The reader keeps turning pages to enjoy the adventures and suspense. It tells of the fifth generation to breed racehorses and how its members are on a mission to restore the farm to its previous grandeur in Bluegrass Kentucky. This first book of a series hints at how that can happen."-Martha Selbert "A book that both young and old alike can read and enjoy. Looking forward to the second book in this upcoming trilogy!"-Karen B. Ashe Publisher's website: http://sbpra.com/NancyClarke

Children's Books

Animals

On a remote ranch near the Ozarks, a young girl sits glued to an ancient TV set, as the Belmont, the third leg of the Triple Crown, unfolds. Thrilled beyond belief, she witnesses history in the making as Ann Collins pilots her beautiful black colt, Stormy Lightning, to victory. But Janie Bailey experiences more than a fan's worship of horse racing. The previous winter, during a severe snowstorm, a black colt mysteriously appeared in their back pasture. When no owner surfaced, for a brief time he was hers. Then a fateful mishap on a trail ride in the mountains sent him fleeing back into the wilderness. When the cameras pan a close-up of Ann's champion, Janie gasps, for she knows irrevocably that her colt, Storm, and this now famous racehorse are one in the same! The idea seems so preposterous, will anyone believe her? Living so far away, how can she contact Ann to let her know about Lightning's past? Janie has an even bigger secret. Lightning left a piece of himself behind. Earlier that year, a paint mare belonging to her family gave birth to a black and white colt, an image of his sire. Wouldn't Ann want to hear about this, too? What will the future hold for Janie and her promising gift horse? Stormy Hill's Gift is the fifth book in The Stormy Hill series. About the Author Nancy Clarke is a retired elementary school teacher who lives in central Virginia with her two horses, champion show dogs, cats, chickens and goats. She has been riding most of her life and been crafting the Stormy Hill series in her mind since she was a girl. Publisher's website: http://sbpra.com/NancyClarke

Stormy Hill's Gift

Now that Lightning, the colt she raised from an orphan, is back, Ann Collins sees her chance to restore her family's acclaimed position in horse racing. Many years ago, her grandfather nearly bankrupted Stormy Hill, the Collins family thoroughbred breeding farm. Ann's well-bred black colt is now two years old, and in her eyes, has all the makings of a champion. Ann tries to convince her father and their horse trainer, Scotty, that Lightning has what it takes to be a stakes winner. But before he can race, Lightning must overcome many obstacles, including finding a qualified rider. During the time the colt was stolen, he was mistreated by the men who took him. Now Lightning is afraid of all male riders and will only trust Ann on his back. Ann would love to be the one to ride Lightning to victory, but she lives at a time when women cannot be professional jockeys. She hopes that her friend, Ted, can ride the horse in the big race, one which no other Stormy Hill horse has ever won. Will Ann be able to ensure Stormy Hill's Legacy in the greatest proving ground of them all, the Kentucky Derby? ABOUT THE AUTHOR Nancy Clarke is a retired elementary school teacher who lives in central Virginia, along with her two horses, champion show dogs, cats, chickens and goats. She has been riding most of her life and been crafting the Stormy Hill series in her mind since she was a girl. The author has written several other books in the series. Publisher's website: http://sbpra.com/NancyClarke/

Stormy Hill's Tradition: Sixth in the Stormy Hill Series

At Stormy Hill, Ann Collins and her best friend, Ted, look forward to the birth of Lightning and Velvet's foal. When a difficult delivery leaves the filly with a twisted hock, Ted blames himself. Though the vets assure him that is not the case, Ted takes on the training of Gamelan as his special project. But an accident puts the mare's life in danger. Will Ted ever get a horse of his own to race? Meanwhile, Ann finds herself drawn in a different direction, one that threatens her bond with Ted. For the first time she and Ted are at odds with each other. Will the Stormy Hill tradition be broken? And where do their friends Jock and Vicki fit in this ongoing saga? About the Author: Nancy Clarke is a retired elementary school teacher who lives in historic central Virginia with her two horses, champion show dogs, cats, chickens, and goats. She has been riding most of her life and has been crafting the Stormy Hill series in her mind since she was a girl. Publisher's website: http: //sbpra.com/NancyClarke

At Stormy Hill, Ann Collins and her best friend, Ted, look forward to the birth of Lightning and Velvet's foal. When a difficult delivery leaves the filly with a twisted hock, Ted blames himself. Though the vets assure him that is not the case, Ted takes on the training of Gamelan as his special project. But an accident puts the mare's life in danger. Will Ted ever get a horse of his own to race? Meanwhile, Ann finds herself drawn in a different direction, one that threatens her bond with Ted. For the first time she and Ted are at odds with each other. Will the Stormy Hill tradition be broken? And where do their friends Jock and Vicki fit in this ongoing saga? About the Author: Nancy Clarke is a retired elementary school teacher who lives in historic central Virginia with her two horses, champion show dogs, cats, chickens, and goats. She has been riding most of her life and has been crafting the Stormy Hill series in her mind since she was a girl. Publisher's website: http://sbpra.com/NancyClarke

On a remote ranch near the Ozarks, a young girl sits glued to an ancient TV set, as the Belmont, the third leg of the Triple Crown, unfolds. Thrilled beyond belief, she witnesses history in the making as Ann Collins pilots her beautiful black colt, Stormy Lightning, to victory. But Janie Bailey experiences more than a fan's worship of horse racing.The previous winter, during a severe snowstorm, a black colt mysteriously appeared in their back pasture. When no owner surfaced, for a brief time he was hers. Then a fateful mishap on a trail ride in the mountains sent him fleeing back into the wilderness.When the cameras pan a close-up of Ann's champion, Janie gasps, for she knows irrevocably that her colt, Storm, and this now famous racehorse are one in the same! The idea seems so preposterous, will anyone believe her? Living so far away, how can she contact Ann to let her know about Lightning's past?Janie has an even bigger secret. Lightning left a piece of himself behind. Earlier that year, a paint mare belonging to her family gave birth to a black and white colt, an image of his sire. Wouldn't Ann want to hear about this, too? What will the future hold for Janie and her promising gift horse?Stormy Hill's Gift is the fifth book in The Stormy Hill series. Author Bio - Nancy Clarke is a retired elementary school teacher who recently moved to Florida with her two horses, champion show dogs, cats, and goats. She has been riding most of her life and been crafting the Stormy Hill series in her mind since she was a girl.

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My First Ladies: Twenty-Five Years as the White House Chief Floral Designer

My First Ladies: Twenty-five Years As the White House Chief Floral Designer: Library Edition

Stormy Hill's Legacy

Stormy Hill

Stormy Hill

Stormy Hill's Gift

Stormy Hill's Legacy

Stormy Hill's Tradition: Sixth in the Stormy Hill Series

Stormy Hill's Tradition: Sixth in the Stormy Hill Series

Stormy Hill's Gift