Flight of Fantasy
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“… The Phoenix placed his wing over David’s shoulder. An ocean breeze stirred softly, carrying with it the scent of sand and salt and fish, and the subtle hint of a wild vastness just beyond the horizon. They soon fell into a long silence, content to bask in the pleasure of their friendship – silhouetted against darkening hues of red and orange that flowed from the space between sea and sky… Later, as the Phoenix carried his young charge from the island toward an opening in the traverse and home, David noticed a rather odd feeling, when, for just a moment, the darkness of the descending Pacific night seemed to envelop, then isolate the two of them from all other things. A feeling filled with both joy and fear. Most peculiar.”
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About the Book
‘A young boy befriends the mythical bird of legion and lore – the Phoenix. His life is about to change forever. For, soon he will embark on a journey to places and feelings he had never experienced before, or since. In a gentle but profound way, Flight of Fantasy reveals the inspiring story of discovery, friendship, pure love, courage, and humor – all merging together to lift David “beyond his earthly bounds.” ’
‘‘Praise for Flight of Fantasy from an Elementary School Teacher, and former students:
“This Book has been the #1 favorite of my 3rd and 5th Grade Students for many years!! From this story, my students discover that pure love and friendship are the best gifts of all!!”
-- Teacher, Joyce Carr
“What a fantastic story! It’s a heartwarming story about the enduring power of friendship.”
- Former Student, Beth Ballart
“This book is one of the most powerful stories of lifelong love and friendship… 20 years later, this is the only story I can remember being truly inspired by.
-- Former Student, Doug Lee
“Your book is great! … My whole class gave it an A+ … I’m going to buy two copies (if my mom lets me).”
-- 3rd Grade Student, E. Cummins
“This is the best book I have heard… I could read it over and over, until I memorized it.”
-- 3rd Grade Student, M. O’Toole
“Out of all the books our teacher has read to us this year, this was the best. It was very exciting.”
- 3rd Grade Student, J. Casey ‘
About the Author
Jim Blickenstaff, born in Eugene Oregon, is a graduate of the University of California at Sacramento. He works for the Postal Service as a letter carrier. A position that allows him time to devote to writing and becoming a civic leader, as well as a leader in the environmental movement. He resides in the San Francisco / Bay Area.