Young David and his grandfather, on their daily trek to find medicine to treat his grandfather's worsening illness, suddenly stumble upon a thriving, prosperous village one day. Filled with warm, personable individuals, the village is rife with the spirit of community and shared responsibility, and the two of them are instantly welcomed. Fitting right in, over the next few years the village ultimately becomes their new home, and all of them - David, his grandfather, and the villagers alike - couldn't be happier.

Eventually, everyone becomes aware of a special anointing on David's life: his gift of artistry. After amazing everyone with his ability to draw anything in precise, expert fashion, he accepts their request to become the lead art teacher for the community. It isn't long, though, before greed gets the best of David, and he begins charging fees for his teachings and services - which completely violates the communal spirit of the village. Though he is eventually shunned and ostracized for his actions, David refuses to relent, and his selfishness soon brings gloom and despair to everyone around him.

In light of the tragic circumstances that ensue, David is confronted with a life-altering decision: either amend his self-serving ways out of respect for his divine gifts, or live the rest of his life in self- imposed isolation, from which no one benefits in the end.

In The Mountain Of Miracles, author Cleous Young does a commendable job of presenting the reader with the very real consequences of unchecked selfishness. In simple, straightforward - yet powerful fashion, Young uses the allegory of David's life to highlight the all-important virtue of humility, as well as what happens when it is trampled under the weight of self-seeking greed. Ostensibly a children's book, The Mountain Of Miracles is sure to enlighten readers of all ages with its timely lessons, as well as its ability to connect with minds and hearts across all races, creeds, and other supposed divisions.

An engaging read with a strong central message, Cleous Young's touching narrative is an inspiring literary treat.

November 3, 2008

The inspirational children's book about the power of love and redemption will be released as an interactive CD-Rom.

Philadelphia, PA (PRnine - November 3, 2008) - Philadelphia-area educator Cleous Young is releasing his first original title, Mountain of Miracles, a children's story about the power of redemption and community on November 24, 2008. What initially began as a book, however, is now much more as Young is releasing the tale on a CD-Rom format, which is Young's method of providing today's youth with a more immersive literary experience while being environmentally conscious. The CD-Rom is filled with additional educational materials designed to enhance the experience for children. Besides the pleasure of reading the book, youngsters can experience the engaging and thought-provoking tale alongside a catchy original song, as an audio book narrated by soothing female voice, or as a puzzle that helps develop the child's language skills.

Mountain of Miracles follows Grandfather and David as they embark on a journey for herbal remedies to grandfather sickness. Their quest, however, ultimately turns into a quest to cure David of a sickness far deeper than grandfather's illness, as David begins to misuse the gift of his grandfather's love and loyalty. Inspired by Young's own hardships as a Jamaican immigrant wrongfully accused of a crime while building a new life in the United States, Mountain of Miracles is a story of redemption that aims to teach children transcendental lessons in the meaning of life and the value of faith.

Young's gift for writing, along with the themes of faith, community, and appreciation present in Young's work reflect his love for children, and his belief in the responsibility of adults to nurture the innocence of their souls. He began writing children's books as a tribute to his role models, many of whom were adults from outside his family. "I now feel I have the responsibility to teach someone else, but I want to go just beyond one child," states Young. His creative philosophy is firmly rooted in his ethics, and for this reason, Young's stories convey a sincere sense of love and appreciation for life in his characters and their trials.

The release party for Mountain of Miracles will be held on November 29, 2008 at Philadelphia's Walter D. Palmer Leadership Learning Partner Charter, alongside the inaugural event for Young's Hope-Full Foundation, a community organization dedicated to developing character and leadership in Philadelphia's youth.

Mountain of Miracles is available for purchase online at http://www.themountainofmiracles.com. Young is currently working on his next title, The Genius of Keys.

The Mountain of Miracles Board Game
The MOM Board Game is a dice game that journeys up or down the climbing of a Mountain. Each player is given a different method to climb the mountain, which reflects the real life situation of what methods are used to achieve success. It is a family orientated Board Game created by Cleous Young, which offers creativity, setbacks and magnetizes the relationship of a family.

The Mountain of Miracles Play
The MOM Play is a theatrical aspect of the book that will satisfy a family orientated appetite. Viewers of this masterpiece will witness a more in-depth look at an adult version of the book. Crafted by the author himself, Cleous Young, the Play creatively adds the resonance of real life moralistic teachings.

The Mountain of Miracles Video Game
The MOM Video Game is a non-violent game, created by Cleous Young, causes a user to interact both mentally and emotionally as he or she tries to conquer each level, in hopes of reaching to the Top of the Mountain. It is an extended version of the book, whereas the main characters as duplicated and given a role of strength through weapons and special anointed powers. To the fullness of the game, there shall be the versions of a hand held device, a CD-ROM, and disc of Blu Ray capabilities.