bart bantam

 the flying rooster

Welcome to the premier  adventure of Bart Bantam The Flying Rooster . Bart Bantam is a young bantam rooster who feels he has much to offer. He lives on a farm with his mother, Mama Betty. Now it is true that chickens don't fly, but Bart has dreams of his own. He learns of a long ago ancestor, a wild Red Junglefowl, who could fly, and he gets inspired. After all, Bart was quite aware that he had wings. So, he was already halfway there! Bart shares this story with his new best friend, Buddy. They decide to do what no chicken has ever done before, "Fly!"   One eventful day at school, Bart and Buddy answer the call to a commotion on the school grounds. Can they rise to the occasion and save the day? 

bantams of the opray

The 2nd story in the Tales of Bart Bantam series begins with an adventure of two bantam roosters, Bart and Buddy, learning to play guitars and performing in their Bantam Boys Band. One of the greatest country singers on the radio, and an official Tibetan monk, Dollie the llama, resides on the biggest stage in Bart's world, "The Opray Farm".  Are the Bantam Boys going to perform there? With a little help from a surprise co-star, Lennie the rabbit, they are determined to find a way. Along the way, Bart learns a few surprising things about his mama's past. And Bart and Buddy 's ability to fly comes in handy when a terrible storm hits the Opray Farm.  So, follow them through this adventure, and find out Mama Betty's secret past and Dollie's super power in Bantams Of The Opray !

red goes home

Have you ever stumbled upon an unexpected friendship that changed your life forever? In the latest installment of The Tales of Bart Bantam series, Bart encounters a retired race horse on his way home from school. But this is no ordinary horse - "Old Red" becomes Bart's loyal companion and a legend in their small community. With beautiful illustrations and a heartwarming story of kindness and friendship, Bart and his friends are determined to keep Red a part of their lives. But as Red nears the end of his life, the group must face the difficult reality of losing a loved one. Yet through their grief, they find hope and a way to continue Red's legacy.

This touching book is perfect for younger readers and a reminder that even in the face of loss, love will always prevail.  So, come experience the fellowship in this endearing story.

the story of lenny the rabbit

 People's interest in the true story of how Papa Fred carved a rabbit from an old plum tree  in 2022 is the catalyst to this book.  Both his carving and the re-telling of this adventure comes from the heart.   Not everyone has carving talents like Papa Fred, but the idea is to open up your eyes of imagination and not be afraid to take a risk! The results will surprise you in many ways. 

The idea of recycling and sustainability is an admirable one nowadays, and one that positively impacts the planet. This inspiring tale encourages people to think outside the box with repurposing sentimental items. These new repurposed treasures will transform the love you have for them and provide a true sense of accomplishment for all to enjoy.

So, follow Papa Fred along on his journey to making our newest addition to the family, Lenny Plum.

bart's dinosaur adventure

“These aren’t real, guys. They are only statues,” said Billy.  Or….. are they?

Our favorite bantam rooster, Bart, and his class are on an exciting field trip! They are roaming back through time to see all sorts of dinosaurs. Nothing will dampen their spirits, even when an ominous sign at the entrance of the park shows that things may not be as they seem.

As the class freely moves around the park, Bart and his two best buddies venture off onto a mysterious dark path. Things start getting a bit scary, and the trio has lost their way. With heavy fog and creepy statues, how will Bart and his buddies get back to the class? Where will this path take them? Are these statues really just statues?

This light hearted story of teamwork and friendship is conceived by the author’s heart and beautifully illustrated by his talented hand. It is a perfect bedtime story for sharing, and also a great independent read for ages 6-9. So, pick up a copy today to enjoy the latest adventure in The Tales of Bart Bantam series.