Meet Mimi, a young girl who goes on five incredible journeys full of love and friendship that will warm your heart. Enjoy exploring the world with Mimi as she uncovers the true meaning of love.In the first chapter, Mimi shares a day with her best buddy, Jaden. Being kind-hearted, Mimi helps Jaden discover a valuable lesson. He finds beauty in accepting those who are different from us. Even odd creatures are precious.On another day, Mimi and Jaden visit a kind teacher. He has rare insight into helping his students. He gives the two children a unique gift. Jaden takes his gift and goes off adventuring, leaving Mimi behind. Mimi stays with the teacher, and what he gives her suits her perfectly.Soon after this outing, Mimi dares to brave an off-trail hike herself, believing she doesn't need anyone. Soon, she runs into a pickle and needs rescuing. Days later, Mimi visits her grandparents. During her trip, Mimi and her grandpa search for a particular lullaby. Their discovery is surprising.The story ends with Mimi sharing a huge secret. What is the secret behind her good luck? Good fortune helps us find new friends and fun experiences, making everything feel right. So, join Mimi on her adventures to discover how to get luckier and learn about the magical power of love. Grow wiser with Mimi and her friends. In Far and Near Love by Nancy Gannon, we follow the adventures of red-haired, precocious Mimi. Although the book is fiction, it is also an educational manual with thought-provoking enrichment material along with the stories. Find out in these engaging stories how Mimi faces and rises above her challenges to find inner peace, an important quality to help today's children be their best selves.-Mirra Price, author, editor, and educator M.Ed., Ed.M in education