Local Authors for Children - (listed alphabetically by last name)
Month One
(Hatty and Barty Adventures)
by Grant Boyer
The first "month" of Grant Boyer's in-progress, 12-month series, Month One is available in multiple languages and is followed by
Hatty and Barty Adventures:
"When my children were little I told them bedtime stories most every night. One evening I created the characters Hatty and Barty and told them a story about these new fictional characters. Both of my children loved this story so much that from that night forward they would only let me tell them stories about Hatty and Barty.
I told these Hatty and Barty stories for several years. It was quite a stretch to my creativity after a while to keep coming up with new ideas and story subject matter but somehow I always managed to do so and I always enjoyed telling them.
Sometimes when I was tired, I would get to the crucial point in the story and then tell my children "to be continued". Their response would be "No Dad! Finish the story!" Usually I wouldn't relent and then the next night sometimes I would forget the story I had started the night before and this would create greater consternation.
You the reader, have one benefit that my children did not always have; and that is all of the bedtime stories in these books, created many years ago, have an ending even though some still include the infamous "to be continued" phrase in them.
I hope that you and your children will enjoy these stories as much as my children did listening to them when they were growing up."
- Grant Boyer
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Here Comes Trouble
by Janet Breuer
"Ridge and Tucker, two happy dogs, live a peaceful life with their people in the mountains of Washington state. The two dogs are therapy dogs and often visit hospitals and nursing homes to comfort people where they receive lots of pats and praise. Then after a long day, they get to rest at home by the warm fireplace. Life is good.
Until . . . Trouble comes to live with the family. Trouble the Cat, that is. She is mean and rude and most certainly does not want to be friends with two large dogs. The dogs try to be friendly, but Trouble only terrorizes them in return. Will Ridge and Tuckers' lives ever be peaceful again?
Comical artwork accompanies this charming story based on author Janet Breuer's real-life pets."
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Suzanna: A Butterfly's Tale
by Tracy A. Hasty
"Vibrantly illustrated, Suzanna, A Butterfly’s Tale, follows the flight of a butterfly who finds herself in a big city with no food or shelter. Danger, surprises and adventure await her as she searches for a place to call home. Will Suzanna have the courage to find her perfect home in this big world?"
This picture book is a perfect choice for storytime. With a special appeal to nature lovers, Suzanna, A Butterfly's Tale, will help families build appreciation for the pollinators who help keep our environment healthy.
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Sagebrush Woolies
(Sagebrush Woolies)
by Noelia Hickman
The first book in the Sagebrush Woolies series is followed by:
Noelia Hickman has also written:
"In 'The Tales of the Sagebrush Woolies' a childless farmer and his wife gets more than they bargained for when they receive great bundles of joy. Relying on their own intuition and curiosity they meet the magical Sagebrush Woolies and a whole new adventure begins. Together they learn about the importance of family, teamwork and friendship.
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In the second tale of the Sagebrush Woolies, Lexy Lex’s First Birthday, Shirley plans a surprise birthday party for Lexy Lex. Together they learn about the importance of family, teamwork and friendship.
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In the third tale of the Sagebrush Woolies; Up, Up and Away. Don’t look away, as two naughty Sagebrush Woolies learn about the risks of going out on their own, when they hopped in an air balloon, after they spilled out of their gunny sack!"
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The Reading Dragon
by Herb Leonhard
Creator of the murals featured on the Adventures Underground and Caterpillar Cafe exteriors.
As author or illustrator, Herb Leonhard has contributed to:
- Sir Norman and the Dreaming Dragon
- I Know a Librarian Who Chewed on a Word
- Princess Lolly and the Will o' Wisp Hunt
- The Cajun Fisherman and His Wife
and many more.
Herb has also created a series of fantastical coloring books and prints.
"This story is the tale of a dragon who loves to read. With the help of his fairy friends, he goes on a quest to find a chess master dragon who can save his castle from being destroyed by giants."
Lavishly illustrated in Herb Leonhard's signature style, The Reading Dragon includes opportunities to help readers build problem solving skills, and Alexander, the Reading Dragon, is an instantly relatable character for anyone who enjoys a good piece of literature. This bright, colorful picture book makes a perfect shared storytime for younger children, but most readers 6 and up will be able to enjoy this one on their own, too.
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Tara and the Wolf
by Jessie Quist
Featured as a short story in the anthology, "The Girl Who Lived in a Shoe and Other Torn-Up Tales" compiled by Bernice Seward.
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Wembly's First Day of School
(The Adventures of Wembly the Pug)
by David Shoup
Wembly’s first day of school is just around the corner, but the more he thinks about it, the worse it seems. Wembly has two options: let his worries hold him back, or overcome his fears and learn to embrace this new adventure.
In this inspiring story, Wembly must learn that even in the midst of change, doing his best is more than enough, and help is never too far away.
This picture book is illustrated in Antonella Fant's bright, playful style, and is a perfect story for kids struggling to adapt to new routines and other life changes. Wembly will inspire your little readers to be brave and remind them that life is an adventure!
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A Fly on the Wall Learns About Manners
(A Fly on the Wall #1)
by S. R. Taylor
Other adventures from S.R. Taylor include:
A Fly on the Wall...
- Tells a Scary Story
- Family Christmas
- Shares His Alphabet of Health and Fitness
"Join Emmitt J. Fly, or, “A Fly on the Wall” in this fun, imaginative story that will take you on a color-filled journey to discover what manners are and why they’re important. Emmitt has one day to learn what he can about manners before he meets up with his family for a nice evening at a fancy restaurant. His curious nature and his ability to observe different people and places from a unique perspective is sure to keep you informed and entertained from start to finish in "A Fly on the Wall Learns About Manners."
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Do you like telling spooky stories by a campfire on Halloween night? Join Emmitt J. Fly as he shares with his family and friends how his first Halloween almost became his last! Emmitt explores the ways and reasons we celebrate Halloween and finds himself in a sticky situation along the way. There are plenty of colorful costumes and sweet treats in this story, as well as some fun-to-find hidden flies. Get in the spirit of Halloween with "A Fly on the Wall Tells a Scary Story". MUUAAHAHAHA...."
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