Lisa (Banister) Beere’s first book was Equal to the Challenge: An Anthology of Women’s Experiences During World War II in 2001. Now she’s back with an exciting line-up of children’s books! "Night Noises" - Sam is afraid of the dark and all the noises at night are keeping him anxious and awake. One by one his family attempts to help him get to sleep. Then his sister Junie has a great idea and gives him her beloved teddy bear. Target age 3-6yrs old. Release date November (ebook) and December (print), 2016. The French version "Les bruits dans la nuit" is coming in 2017. "Sparkle the Elf: A Story About Confidence" (Jan 2017). This book is a way to gently remind youngsters that they are loved, have knowledge and skills and that each child no matter his or her size, is very important. Sparkle's sister "Twinkle the Elf" which addresses younger siblings who copy cat, is coming 2017. "Hair, Hair, Everywhere!" and "I'm Running Away!" will also be available in 2017. Lisa enjoys family time, reading historical fiction, musicals, spy movies, baking, and collecting teas. She likes to write stories that entertain and teach; song lyrics, poetry and policy.