{"id":143,"date":"2025-10-14T19:54:27","date_gmt":"2025-10-14T19:54:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rjpickrell.com\/?page_id=143"},"modified":"2026-01-14T20:58:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T20:58:00","slug":"books","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rjpickrell.com\/books\/","title":{"rendered":"Books"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Stories and recipes inspired by the flavors and fur of life.<\/i><\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]\n

Explore RJ Pickrell\u2019s published works \u2014 from heartwarming island recipes to whimsical tales of feline fancy.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1760548765768{background-color: #266E77 !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n

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Taha the Kava: Roots of Aloha<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Genre:<\/strong>\u00a0Children\u2019s Picture Book \/ Cultural Story |\u00a0Author:<\/strong>\u00a0R.J. Pickrell<\/span>
\nAvailable on:<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Amazon<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Barnes & Noble<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Taha the Kava Website<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Taha the Kava: Roots of Aloha<\/i>\u00a0is a gentle children\u2019s story about resilience, community, and healing after loss. Set in a Maui garden, it follows Taha and his island friends as fire changes their world\u2014but not their spirit.<\/span><\/p>\n

As rain falls and new life emerges from the ash, Taha learns that strong roots, kindness, and \u02bbohana help the land and hearts heal together. Inspired by Hawai\u02bbi, the story shows that aloha is an action\u2014and that love can grow again.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n

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Aloha in Every Bite: Holiday Edition<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Genre:<\/strong>\u00a0Cookbook \/ Cultural Non-Fiction |\u00a0Author:<\/strong>\u00a0R.J. Pickrell<\/span>
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A seasonal cookbook celebrating how Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year\u2019s are truly lived in Hawai\u02bbi\u2014through shared tables, evolving rituals, and island-inspired holiday dishes rooted in \u02bbohana, abundance, and place.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1760548765768{background-color: #266E77 !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image image=”512″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

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Taha the Kava: Aloha New Friend!<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Genre:<\/strong>\u00a0Children\u2019s Picture Book \/ Cultural Story |\u00a0Author:<\/strong>\u00a0R.J. Pickrell<\/span>
\nAvailable on:<\/strong>\u00a0Amazon<\/a><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0|\u00a0Barnes & Noble<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\u00a0|\u00a0Taha the Kava Website<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

In the sunny town of Paia, Maui, a little kava plant named Taha learns what it truly means to belong. Surrounded by colorful tropical friends who don\u2019t quite understand him, Taha feels out of place \u2014 until a young girl and her grandmother teach the garden about the special roots of Hawaiian culture. Through storms, laughter, and new words like\u00a0aloha<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0\u02bbohana<\/em>, Taha discovers that being different is what makes him strong \u2014 and that every friend has a gift to share.<\/span><\/p>\n

A heartwarming, educational story that celebrates Hawaiian traditions, friendship, and the beauty of growing together.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1760548456158{background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”506″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_empty_space height=”50″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

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Aloha Adventures: A Hawaiian Coloring Journey<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]\n

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Genre<\/strong>: Humor \/ Pets \/ Lifestyle | Author: R.J. Pickrell<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Embark on a colorful Hawaiian adventure!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Aloha Adventures: A Hawaiian Coloring Journey<\/em> invites kids to explore the islands through 40 joyful coloring pages\u2014featuring ocean friends, hula dancers, volcanoes, rainbows, and more! Each illustration celebrates Hawaii\u2019s beauty, nature, and culture, while encouraging creativity and aloha spirit. Plus, a portion of every book sold supports Hawaii nonprofits.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1760548765768{background-color: #266E77 !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image image=”397″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

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Aloha in Every Bite<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]\n
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Genre:<\/strong>\u00a0Cookbook \/ Cultural Non-Fiction |\u00a0Author:<\/strong>\u00a0R.J. Pickrell<\/span>
\nAvailable on:<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Amazon<\/a><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0|\u00a0Barnes & Noble<\/a><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0|\u00a0Aloha in Every Bite Website<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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More than just a cookbook, Aloha in Every Bite is a vibrant celebration of Hawai\u2018i\u2019s flavors, traditions, and spirit. From plate lunches and poke bowls to sweet haupia and family-style luau feasts, every recipe is a tribute to the islands \u2014 and the people who call them home.<\/span><\/p>\n

Traditional & Modern Hawaiian Recipes: Explore over 100 Hawaiian-inspired dishes\u2014from kalua pork and taro cakes to lilikoi desserts and fresh poke\u2014each seasoned with Paia Spice Co.\u2019s signature blends.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hawaiian Ingredient Field Guide: Learn about staple ingredients like kalo (taro), \u02bbulu (breadfruit), lilikoi (passion fruit), limu (seaweed), and more. Discover their cultural meanings, local uses, and how to find mainland substitutes without losing flavor or authenticity.<\/span><\/p>\n

Maui\u2019s Rich Culinary History: Trace the story of Maui from ancient Polynesian voyagers to present-day Hawaii. Explore the island\u2019s evolution through its cuisine, including influences from Native Hawaiian traditions, immigrant labor, and modern sustainability movements.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lunar & Seasonal Eating Guide: Rooted in the Kaulana Mahina (Hawaiian moon calendar), this guide connects you to traditional Hawaiian food practices. Cook in harmony with the island\u2019s two seasons\u2014Kauwela (summer) and Ho\u02bboilo (winter)\u2014and the lunar phases for nourishing, mindful meals.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n

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Why You\u2019ll Love It:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

A flavorful journey through authentic Hawaiian recipes.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

Cultural insights and personal stories woven throughout.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

Perfect for home cooks, food lovers, and island dreamers.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1760548456158{background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”365″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_empty_space height=”50″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

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Whiskered Words of Frisky Felines<\/b><\/span><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]\n
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Genre<\/strong>: Humor \/ Pets \/ Lifestyle | Author: Shelby Kent-Stewart Co Author: R.J. Pickrell<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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A Cat Lover\u2019s Ultimate Book of Humor, Heart & Whiskered Wisdom<\/i><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

More than just a funny cat book,\u00a0Whiskered Words of Frisky Felines<\/i>\u00a0is a playful celebration of all things feline. From witty, laugh-out-loud captions to hands-on cat projects and rescue resources, every page is designed to entertain, inspire, and deepen your love for cats\u2014whether you\u2019re a lifelong cat parent or simply a fan of whiskered charm.<\/span><\/p>\n

Giving Back to Cats Everywhere<\/b><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

A portion of every book and swag sale supports non-profit cat rescues and shelters. When you shop, you\u2019re not just treating yourself\u2014you\u2019re helping cats live better, happier lives.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n

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Hilarious Feline Features<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Enjoy 75 funny cat photos\u2014from mischievous tabbies to dignified Persians\u2014each paired with satirical captions guaranteed to make you laugh.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

DIY Cat Toys & Treats<\/b><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Spoil your furry friends with easy, fun projects and recipes that bring joy to playtime and snack time.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

Cat Vocabulary & Fun Facts<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Decode the secret language of cats with a handy glossary, and explore surprising myths and truths about feline behavior and history.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

Rescue & Adoption Resources<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Discover a directory of no-kill cat shelters across the U.S., connecting you with organizations making a difference for cats in need.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n

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Star Guardians: The Quest for Luminara<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]When Captain Nova and the Star Guardians receive a mysterious distress signal from a distant planet, they embark on a thrilling interstellar journey aboard their starship, Zephyr. Their mission: to uncover the secrets of the legendary Lumina Crystal.<\/span><\/p>\n

From navigating treacherous political intrigue on the hostile planet Zygara to infiltrating rogue factions and surviving deadly asteroid chases, the team faces relentless challenges at every turn. As they explore an ancient temple on a distant moon, they are tested by traps, riddles, and powerful guardians\u2014all leading to a final showdown that will determine the fate of the galaxy.<\/span><\/p>\n

But securing the Lumina Crystal is only the beginning. Join the Star Guardians as they dive deeper into the mysteries of the Luminara civilization, vowing to protect the galaxy from those who would harness its unimaginable power. This epic adventure is just the start of a new chapter in their quest to uncover the galaxy\u2019s greatest secrets.<\/span><\/p>\n

Are you ready to join the adventure?<\/strong><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50″][vc_column_text css=””]\n

Coming Early 2026<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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