We encountered our first Usborne book, "Puzzle Island," in a doctor's office waiting room. My son loved it...but I had never heard of "U.S.-borne books" before (had know idea how to even pronounce it!).

A couple of years later, in September 1999, I saw an ad about selling Usborne Books. My initial thought was to join Usborne Books At Home (UBAH) as a way to gather a large home library of books for our children - we wanted them all.

At that time, I had also been looking for something to do to make extra money. I needed something that would allow me to be home with my children, attend their school events, and fit in with my husband's traveling for work. A daily "set schedule" scenario was just not do-able for our family; we needed flexibility.

When I read the Usborne business opportunity information, I found out that I wasn't required to sell a minimum amount each month or buy an inventory of products. Best of all, I could choose the days and times when I wanted to work. I was a little apprehensive about doing home shows at first...I had never even been to an Usborne home party before! But the starter kit was so affordable, we decided to give it a go for the 12-week "incentive period." If, after those first 12 weeks, I felt that it was just not for me, I figured at least I've earned back the kit investment and we've got lots of Usborne books for our family.

Years later, I'm still earning a great income, getting the best books at a nice discount, and having fun! And to my surprise, I enjoy doing home shows...bringing a mini-bookstore to people's homes and helping them choose the best books for their families is easy - and profitable.

I also enjoy working the other various ways to market Usborne Books, including book fairs, the Reach For The Stars reading incentive program, servicing schools and libraries, and our 50% matching book grant program.

After being with Usborne Books At Home for one year, I promoted to Supervisor, and now have a nationwide group with consultants from California to Georgia, Ohio to Texas, New York to Nevada - and in-between! I truly enjoy helping others build their own UBAH business and see them experience the benefits of being a part of our team and this fantastic company. There are many different types of home businesses out there, but to find one that makes a difference in the lives of children and their families is a real blessing.

Usborne Books At Home has been a gift to me and my family. That same opportunity is here for YOU too - if you're interested in earning extra income, gathering a great home library of books and promoting literacy, while putting your family first, why not give Usborne Books At Home a try? I'd love to answer any questions you may have - just call me toll-free at 1-866-508-2483 or email me anytime.

My family, l to r: Joe (13), me, husband Jeff, and Alex (16)

My husband Jeff and me in Alaska - one of the trip contests I've
earned with UBAH was an Alaskan Cruise for two