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Bongo the Parrot and the Power of Kindness: A Tale of Bullying, Friendship, and Change

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  In my fifth book, there are two related stories: an African grey parrot named Bongo is a bully, and Robbie is bullied by Joey on the basketball court. Bongo is left with the Grace family while Shannon’s aunt and uncle travel overseas on business for a month. Joey is jealous of Robbie’s basketball ability, so he tries to make Robbie look clumsy on the basketball court. Shannon and her parents are unaware that Bongo has developed some bad habits when he squawks mean words. He terrorizes their cat, Lily, who spends most of her time under Shannon’s bed when Bongo isn’t in his cage. Nana Weathers, Boomer, Chloe, and Shannon involve Bongo in their musical activities by training him with a clicker and treats to hopefully change his behavior. On the basketball court, Coach Evans becomes aware of his nephew’s behavior when Joey deliberately injures Robbie during a basketball game. Here is an excerpt from Chapter 3: Clicker Training “Chloe, Nana Weathers said, “before Bongo steps up on...

Award Winning Book A Hard Nut To Crack Now Available at Barnes and Noble

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  An upset Robbie shows up on the doorstep of the home of his friends, Chloe, Boomer, and Nana Weathers. His dog, Hoppy, disappeared from his backyard. When Hoppy hasn't returned by the next day, family and friends spring into action. Boomer makes friends with two squirrels in a squirrel network who offer to help with the search. Will the piling-up clues lead to a reunion for Hoppy and Robbie?

Award Winning Book Finding My Yip Now Available at Barnes and Noble

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  Boomer, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, is unable to yip. Boomer lives with Nana Weathers, a musician who possesses a magical ring. Boomer quickly bonds with Nana's nine-year-old granddaughter, Chloe, who has a stutter. Her big wish is to sing like Nana. Chloe and Boomer make new friends at dog obedience school and grow their confidence. By teaming up in the music room and gaining a little help from their friends, will Chloe and Boomer find their voices? Finding My Yip (Boomer's Tales Book 1)