Throughout history many people have believed in diverse supernatural or demonic spiritual entities. From Tengu of Japan, the T'ien-kou of China and the Lares or Penates of ancient Rome to the Goblins of France that rapidly spread across Europe, the Hobgoblins and Trolls of the Druids in England, The 'Little People' or Leprechauns of Ireland, the mysterious Vampires and the Werewolves of Germany, Serbia and Bulgaria, etc. To some, these were harmless, mischievous manifestations. To others, these entities represented a horrifying threat. The intrinsic fear that prevailed, by whatever name, was that these entities or disembodied spirits could steal one's soul. Worse, that once bitten by one of them, a person became one of them. The Black Plague of the 1300's, for example, was frequently blamed on vampires and the like, the belief being fostered by the early Church using this fear to control or cajole an uneducated and superstitious populace. The early emigrants brought with them their own names and descriptions, their own fears, of such beings. From the Pilgrims who saw a Witch or Devil's Disciple behind nearly every tree to the French Voyagers, who feared the L Rou (werewolf). Little did they know that the indigenous people also had similar beliefs. This did not change with the spread of emigrants into the western plains. To the Cheyenne and other plains tribes, the frightening existence of multiple Soto, spooks, goblins or disembodied spirits of dead was commonly believed. In modern times such superstitions and myths have fallen beside the road of antiquity. That applies, of course, to only those who have not yet encountered the least known of such spiritual entities, the Cheyenne'sM hpeva m'hkheo'o' ......... the Bog Babies.

The world had seen many conflicts and cruel wars. In a relatively short span of time, mankind had progressed from stone spears to nuclear and biological weapons. The ingredients for such tools of mass destruction had been disappearing from certain countries and research centers for the last decade or two. A naive nation was surprised and totally unprepared for the unleashing of a man-made Hell. The question is; Could they survive in a world gone suddenly insane? That remained to be proven. semi tractor trailers across the nation's highways. He didn't have much interest in politics but it didn't take him long to realize the nation was in trouble. Being suddenly immersed in the horror and chaos of a full-blown terrorist attack, he had no way of knowing the key roll he might play in the outcome. suffered enough, been through enough pain to take away her youthful naivete forever. There were only two things that kept her going in such terrifying times ... Her wits ... and her love for Jim. Would their unique bond prove to be enough to help them survive the apocalyptic turn of events? Only Time or God knew the answer. Unfortunately, for now, neither of them were talking.

The world had seen many conflicts and cruel wars. In a relatively short span of time, mankind had progressed from stone spears to nuclear and biological weapons. The ingredients for such tools of mass destruction had been disappearing from certain countries and research centers for the last decade or two. A naive nation was surprised and totally unprepared for the unleashing of a man-made Hell. The question is; Could they survive in a world gone suddenly insane? That remained to be proven. semi tractor trailers across the nation's highways. He didn't have much interest in politics but it didn't take him long to realize the nation was in trouble. Being suddenly immersed in the horror and chaos of a full-blown terrorist attack, he had no way of knowing the key roll he might play in the outcome. suffered enough, been through enough pain to take away her youthful naivete forever. There were only two things that kept her going in such terrifying times ... Her wits ... and her love for Jim. Would their unique bond prove to be enough to help them survive the apocalyptic turn of events? Only Time or God knew the answer. Unfortunately, for now, neither of them were talking.

Throughout history many people have believed in diverse supernatural or demonic spiritual entities. From Tengu of Japan, the T'ien-kou of China and the Lares or Penates of ancient Rome to the Goblins of France that rapidly spread across Europe, the Hobgoblins and Trolls of the Druids in England, The 'Little People' or Leprechauns of Ireland, the mysterious Vampires and the Werewolves of Germany, Serbia and Bulgaria, etc. To some, these were harmless, mischievous manifestations. To others, these entities represented a horrifying threat. The intrinsic fear that prevailed, by whatever name, was that these entities or disembodied spirits could steal one's soul. Worse, that once bitten by one of them, a person became one of them. The Black Plague of the 1300's, for example, was frequently blamed on vampires and the like, the belief being fostered by the early Church using this fear to control or cajole an uneducated and superstitious populace. The early emigrants brought with them their own names and descriptions, their own fears, of such beings. From the Pilgrims who saw a Witch or Devil's Disciple behind nearly every tree to the French Voyagers, who feared the L Rou (werewolf). Little did they know that the indigenous people also had similar beliefs. This did not change with the spread of emigrants into the western plains. To the Cheyenne and other plains tribes, the frightening existence of multiple Soto, spooks, goblins or disembodied spirits of dead was commonly believed. In modern times such superstitions and myths have fallen beside the road of antiquity. That applies, of course, to only those who have not yet encountered the least known of such spiritual entities, the Cheyenne'sM hpeva m'hkheo'o' ......... the Bog Babies.

Papa's special little grand daughter, Sara, wants very much to bake something for the rest of her family. She loves to help Grandma bake 'goodies' at every possible opportunity. Unfortunately, she hasn't learned to read very well yet and that presents a problem. Undaunted by such a setback and unable to summon help in reading the recipe, she decides to bake something by herself anyway. The adventure that Sara embarks upon, if only a fantasy, is one to behold. Her story not only points out the necessity of gaining good reading skills but is sure to delight nearly anyone who ever wanted to bake a culinary delight only to have it turn out somewhat different. Papa's Sara Wants To Bake is sure to delight the young reader and tickle everyone's funny bone.

Who could guess that a common, ordinary, every day fly could be special. Yet, in Freddie The Fly, the reader will soon recognize that Freddie is, indeed, quite special. Like anyone of us, the little guy unfortunately has a bad habit. His friends warn him, even scold him, but again like any of us, he does not heed their advice. Happily flying into his destiny, Freddie not only entertains but gives a powerful lesson as well. Join him and his friends as they do what every good fly does best, buzz around and look for the occasional feast to be had. Perhaps we, too, can learn the lesson Freddie learns before our own habits take us down our own path to the ultimate misadventure. To all of his readers of any age, Freddie would be sure to say, "Eat, hum and be happy " And, then, he might add, "Good luck "

What family has not had a holiday that has turned out quite different than the one they planned? The family in Different Night Before Christmas, certainly has an exciting one. Throughout the story, a web of valuable truth is woven. Love and concern for each other is more valuable than any special holiday present one could ever receive. It is that thread of love that brings us through even the darkest hour to prevail against any setback or adversity that may challenge us. Delightful, exceptionally funny in parts, it is an adventure that is sure to impact any age reader with the truth that a family sticking together is a valuable gift, indeed the only gift that really counts. In other words, be safe, live long, and love much.

Katie is a delightful, vivacious young lady ten years old. Her adventuresome spirit is only exceeded by her tendency to stretch the truth a little bit once in a while. Her stories often go into flights of marvelous fantasy that entertain and delight nearly every age, especially those who appreciate a young imagination and the spinning of a good yarn. In the end, there comes a moral, a truth out of the mouth of youth, that few of us could deny. Tall-Tale Katie is an adventure that is sure to grab anybody who has ever told a 'stretched' tale right where they live. It is sure to put a smile on your face and a chuckle on your lips that will reach all the way to your heart. You may never look at a frog in quite the same way again.