According to Sunshine Series
Bringing Childhood Memories To Life
Mrs. Virginia Darden Epps-Jackson, affectionately known as “Aunt Ginny”, grew up in Farmington, New Jersey during the Depression Era and is the youngest of six children. As a young, feisty 86 year old, Aunt Ginny’s “According to Sunshine” stories are told from an eight year old Sunshine’s perspective. These stories have a multi-generational appeal and will make you laugh, smile and reminisce. Although written for grades K-3 children, her stories have a message of love for all ages.
Where to Buy
Available now in Paperback
What people are saying
“My children thoroughly enjoyed listening to this author read this book during a free Virtual Storytime sponsored by Beta Pi Sigma Durham, NC Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. How generous of the author to give of their time to service the community and share their love of reading with children and families! I love the ease of reading and the lessons presented. I strongly recommend this book and would encourage you to purchase it.”
— Nichole G.
“A college friend of mine told me that her Aunt is recapturing stories from life in the 1930s/40s around her Atlantic City childhood. They’re easy-read and short for new, young readers. I highly recommend this new author in her 80s. It’s never too late to start!”
— Donna C.
In the News
ACCORDING TO SUNSHINE SERIES HAS AN ARTICLE IN THE PRESS OF ATLANTIC CITY
Virginia Darden Epps-Jackson, aka Aunt Ginny, discusses her upbringing in Farmington, NJ during the Depression Era with her five siblings. The stories of the According to Sunshine Series are based on their escapades. ‘John Paige and the Hornets’ is the first book in the series for children. “I wanted other black children to know that you can follow your dreams,” she said. Read the full story here.
JOHN PAIGE AND THE STRAWBERRY JUICE
IS ON THE SCBWI RECOMMENDED
READING LIST
The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators is an international organization for authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults. The second book from the According to Sunshine Series, John Paige and the Strawberry Juice, is featured on the recommended reading list for July!
Meet the Authors
Dr. Michele Burgess
Editor/Contributing Author
In May of 2020, Aunt Ginny shared her book project idea with me and asked if I was interested. She had ten stories about growing up in the Depression era with her five siblings. I thought it would be a wonderful tribute to my 86 year old Aunt to edit and publish her books. I quickly connected childhood memories with the effect on the health and wellness of both children and adults. I eagerly accepted the challenge. My vision for the readers was to imagine going into Aunt Ginny’s attic a hundred years from now and finding these books under the dusty shelving. You are intrigued by the antiquity of the books and you sit down to read about Sunshine’s escapades. These stories, you will find, warm your heart and touch your spirit. Enjoy! – Dr. Michele Burgess
Virginia Darden Epps-Jackson
Author
Mrs. Virginia Darden Epps Jackson, affectionately known as “Aunt Ginny”, grew up during the Depression Era and is the youngest of six children. She is a former Elementary School teacher and a former church Sunday School teacher. In addition to being an author, Aunt Ginny is a musician and a Playwright. As a young, feisty 86 year old, she enjoys being a Wife, Mother, Grand-mother, Great Grand-mother, Aunt and Great Aunt. Aunt Ginny’s stories have a multi-generational appeal and will make you laugh, smile and reminisce. Although written for grades K-3 children, her stories have a message of love for all ages.
Interested in the According to Sunshine Series books? Please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.
accordingtosunshineseries@gmail.com
Dr. Michele Burgess 