The start of a new year always seems to bring a sense of optimism and energy with it. This will be the year! This is the time to begin whatever it is you have been putting off for fear of something. Remember, every accomplishment starts with the decision to try. Make 2017 the year you decide to try
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Simple “be good, feel good” gifts we can offer over the holidays that cost nothing but mean everything. BY K.J. HALES NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Friday, November 11, 2016, 5:20 PM (SKYNESHER/GETTY IMAGES/ISTOCKPHOTO) It’s that time of the year. The holiday season. A time that should be filled with celebration, grateful reflection and happiness.However, in
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Ellie the Wienerdog is Here! Open Door Press is very proud to announce the release of the first book in the children’s book series Life’s Little Lessons by Ellie the Wienerdog, It’s Hard to be Good. We invite you to get to know Ellie and join in the fun of her adventures.
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K.J. Hales and Ellie the Wienerdog were honored to be invited back to the Furry Friends Kids Camp at Animal Friends of the Valley in Lake Elsinore, California on July 29, 2016. A great time was had by all with everyone sharing stories of how hard it can be to be good sometimes.
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K.J. Hales and Ellie the Wienerdog had a great visit with the kindergarten classes at Santa Rosa Academy in Menifee, California on April 7, 2016.
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Had an absolutely GREAT time visiting everyone at the Animal Friends of the Valley Furry Friends Kid’s Camp yesterday! Thanks for all the love and hugs!
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Readers are raving about K.J. Hales new book, “It’s Hard to be Good” starring Ellie the Wienerdog. “… a blast for my little ones.” – Art Woods, Librarian “This book should be in every kindergarten classroom as well as in family libraries…” 5 out of 5 Stars – Carla Johnson-Hicks, Educator “This book made me laugh …
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Here is a sneak preview of the children’s book, It’s Hard to be Good book trailer, featuring our own “Bookstar” Ellie the Wienerdog, coming out on Tuesday, November 10th, 2015. Enjoy!
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Kim Hales is the founder of Open Door Press and author of the children’s book series, Life’s Little Lessons by Ellie the Wienerdog. She is an award winning photographer, artist and writer who found her inspiration through her muse, Ellie the Wienerdog. Because Kim has always believed in the power and magic of a good
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Thank you for stopping by. We hope you enjoy what you find! Open Door Press is a publishing company dedicated to the magic that comes from a beloved book. Our muse, Ellie the Wienerdog, has provided us with the first of several books to be published, beginning with “It’s Hard to Be Good,” Lesson #1 in
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