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His name is Marin. He marinates his children's picture books in a creative concoction brewed on the very beach of the Atlantic Ocean.
Marin writes and illustrates the stories. He designs the covers, arranges the layout, and publishes the books. If his protagonists require it, he creates new fonts for some titles to make them complete art pieces.
His food-for-thought creations contain only natural emotional ingredients, and they cover well the wide spectrum of human feelings. His stories are conversation-starters and perfect for a balanced brain diet.
WARNING: Marin's books tend to inspire young readers!

ISBN and ASIN numbers of Marin's books:

THE ADVENTURE OF ALEX AND ER
ISBN hardcover: 978-1-989661-35-2
ISBN paperback: 978-0-9809748-3-6
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Average rating: 4.29 · 302 ratings · 245 reviews · 13 distinct works • Similar authors

	'Twas the Night 4.13 avg rating — 54 ratings — published 2019 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Smile 4.37 avg rating — 38 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Weeny Meeny's Halloween 4.33 avg rating — 36 ratings — published 2020 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Tale of Was and Das 4.46 avg rating — 35 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Epic of Gabriel and Jibreel 4.43 avg rating — 35 ratings — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Journey of Yuan and Kian 4.09 avg rating — 22 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Oaky 4.35 avg rating — 20 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Art 4.69 avg rating — 16 ratings — published 2023 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Leo the Lion 4.33 avg rating — 15 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Nadia's Shoes 3.87 avg rating — 15 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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CAN A CHILD GROW UP OVERNIGHT?

AL'S JOURNEY is a fascinating story about the priceless relationship between children and grandparents. True, the generational connection is already lost, and the valuable inherited wisdom is also lost. Video games, the Internet, and mobile phones have proven that they are not as good caregivers as grandparents.
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Published on July 19, 2025 10:06 • Tags: fireflies, god, gold-digging, healer, journey, life-lessons, orpan-boy, shama, tribe

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Marin . rated a book liked it Silly Ant Sid: A heartwarming story about embracing one's true self and the joy and positivity it brings. (Bee YOU-nique Series) by J. Juniper (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
The idea of SILLY ANT SID is excellent: Sid is standing out in the crowd, and he is spreading joy in the ant colony. No matter how good the concept, poor rhyming often creates a stigma, especially in self-published works. On many pages, the poetic rhyt ...more
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Marin . made a comment in the group Goodreads Librarians Group — New release topic " * Title: Al's Journey * Author(s) name(s): Marin * ISBN (or ASIN): 978-1989661468 * Publisher: Fontreal * Publication Date Year: 2025 * Publication Date Mo ...more "
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The plot line of DADDY OVER-DID IT! won't bring you on an adventurous journey, and won't make you face monstrous creatures. Young readers enjoy silly stories because they are fun, and the author provides them with what they want. Humour engages childr ...more
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From their first appearance in children's books, train travels have captured the imagination of generations of readers: they transport people and goods, offer stunning views, and are an endless source of fascination. The author of JACK'S TRAIN DAY bri ...more
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A BUG-LIGHTFUL DISCOVERY is a little book that is both entertaining and educational: insects are measured in quintillions, therefore plentiful, but they are a symbol of interconnectedness and survival. The storyline doesn't show that there are about ...more
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Marin . made a comment in the group Goodreads Librarians Group — Listing AL'S JOURNEY to Goodreads database topic " Yesterday I uploaded AL'S JOURNEY to Amazon. The book's release date is September 1st. This morning, I wanted to list the title on Goodreads. I was in ...more "
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INTO THE THICKET is a book that contains a nostalgic flavour of the bygone, and probably more humane era: no mobile phones, no Internet, not even a doorbell. The author/illustrator team assists each other in showing young readers that animals have nee ...more
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Rhymes are an excellent tool for introducing children to storytelling. With one caveat: They have to be excellent, so that young readers can experience the rhythm of language, because well-done verses dance and create a happy feel. The author of SANTA ...more
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There are numerous A to Z children's books that depict feelings and emotions. Rob Clare's title is a safe territory where children can find, understand, and learn about human sentiments. They can learn healthy coping mechanisms and how to develop empa ...more
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