“Lexie’s Gift” by John R. Stoeffler is now available for purchase
“I wish there is something I could do to cheer her up, Mom.”
-an excerpt from the book
Author Reputation Press has published “Lexie’s Gift” by John R. Stoeffler. This inspiring and adorable children’s picture book is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and the ARP website.
John R. Stoeffler attended Pennsylvania Military College and graduated in 1963 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. As a second lieutenant in the army, Stoeffler spent one year of his two-year active duty in Korea. After active duty, he went to work for General Electric and worked on projects in his community. He created “Kids Who Care,” a program that led children to collect toys, food, and clothing for those in need. After decades as a salesman, he retired in 2003 and moved to St. Petersburg, Florida, in 2016.
“Lexie’s Gift” shows how beautiful it is to have a best friend. It is the story of a little girl, Lexie, whose best friend’s father is in the Army and is called to active duty. Susan, the friend, is so sad that her dad will miss her birthday and Christmas and won’t be there to hug, kiss, and tuck her in at bedtime. Lexie wishes she could do something to comfort Susan while her father is away. With a little help, Lexie makes the perfect present for Susan: a pillow with her father’s picture printed on it. Susan is thrilled, and the girls decided to make more picture pillows for others like her, and in doing so, they discovered that it is more fun to give than to receive.
“Lexie’s Gift” is based on a project started in 2008 by the author and his wife. In all, they and their volunteers made and shipped free what they called “Sweet Dreams Pillows” to over 13,000 children of deployed members of the U.S. Armed Forces.
“Lexie’s Gift” by John R. Stoeffler is now available for purchase thru ARP bookstore: https://authorreputationpress.com/products/lexie-s-gift.
As a former elementary school teacher and an author of children’s fiction, I wholeheartedly recommend John Stoeffler’s wonderful book, “Lexie’s Gift.” It’s a beautiful story written with warmth and tenderness. The characters are engaging, and the colorful illustrations will add to any child’s enjoyment of the story. “Lexie’s Gift” will be the perfect gift for your favorite young reader.