Pig Fiction

Gentlemen and Pigs could best be described and compared to the television show Seinfeld. It's a book about nothing. But of course we all know that it is the story within the story that ties all the loose ends together as you laugh yourself silly along the way. Gentlemen and Pigs is a real hoot! Its author and narrator, Robert C. Brewster, brings his characters to life in some very unique ways. Sit back, listen, and enjoy.

Small Pig loves to sit in good, soft mud. When the farmer's wife cleans his pigpen, Small Pig runs away. In the city he finds a new mud puddle - but it is not full of mud at all. And now Small Pig has one big problem!

The Sabas family lives in a small Jordanian town that for centuries has been descended upon by all manner of invader, the latest a scourge of disconcerting Evangelical tourists. The border town relies on a blackmarket trade of clothes, trinkets, and appliances - the quality of which depends entirely on who’s fighting - but the conflict in nearby Syria has the place even more on edge than usual. Meanwhile, the Sabas home is ruled by women - Mother Fadhma, Laila, Samira, and now, Muna, a niece visiting from America for the first time - and it is brimming with regrets and desires.

Digz the Dog is certain that he is the king of Ms. Pincher's garden. There's just one problem . . . Zurl the Squirrel is positive that she is the queen of Ms. Pincher's Garden. As a dog and a squirrel, the two are natural enemies. But there's more to Digz and Zurl than meets the eye. Digz was once a lonely dog left at the pound. And Zurl has her fair share of insecurities too. When the two come face-to-face in a showdown, they realize. . . they might not be so different.

Welcome to the enchanting world of the forest, where the rustling leaves, the chirping birds, and the whispering wind beckon you to join the squirrels on their thrilling adventures in "Squirrel Territory." This captivating bedtime storybook invites young listeners to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of the woodland realm, filled with wonder, friendship, and the magic of the natural world.

"Sparky the Squirrel and the Lake of Dreams and Surprises" is a whimsical children's book that takes listeners on an enchanting journey through the magical world of the forest. Sparky, a curious and brave young squirrel, embarks on an extraordinary adventure when the mystical Lake of Dreams and Surprises falls under a mysterious darkness.

Diego was separated from his family in the early days of the Infection. Since then, he has moved from town to town and place to place -- getting by as best as he can. Recently, he has met and joined up with a motley crew of other survivors. After an encounter with a pack of the Infected, members of the group begin to disappear in mysterious and macabre ways.

For Zak Bates and his magical friends, the next eco-adventures is usually right around the corner. In Zanesville, Ohio, a dangerous menagerie has escaped from a private preserve, and the situation threatens to spiral out of control. Francis, a spirit bear from British Columbia is being held captive, and, to free him, the Eco-Adventurers will need to align with Chatters, a white (knight) squirrel.

It was such a hot summer. They sky was deep blue and the sun never faltered. All along Brambly Hedge, the mice did their best to keep cool. Poppy Eyebright sought refuge in the mossy shadows of the mill wheel; Dusty Dogwood took to walking by the banks of the cooling stream. Dusty and Poppy spent more and more time together, so no one was at all surprised when they announced their engagement. They decided on a very unusual setting for the wedding ceremony, but even they didn't realise just how unusual it was to prove to be!

It was the middle of winter and very, very cold. The mice of Brambly Hedge forecasted snow. And they were right. In the morning they awoke to find their doors and windows hidden behind deep drifts. There hadn't been snow like this for years. "There's enough for a Snow Ball!" cried the mice with glee, and set to work in the time-honoured way to make an Ice Hall for the festivities. The little mice watched wide-eyed as all the preparations were made. Then at last everything was ready, and the Ball could begin.…

Wilfred woke early. It was his birthday. He had lots of lovely presents, but the best one was a surprise.… Mr Apple had organised a secret celebration picnic and all the mice of Brambly Hedge were invited. There was so much to carry. Poor Wilfred got very tired as he lurched and bumped his way along the grassy track. What was it Mrs Apple had said was in his hamper? Knives? Sandwiches? They were certainly heavy! When they finally arrived, Wilfred was allowed to open up the hamper and there he found the best treat of all….

Paddy is an ordinary pig in the tiny village of Termonfeckin in Ireland, happily eating & sleeping his days away in his owner Mrs McGuirk’s farmyard. When an unexpected encounter with the King of the Fairies results in Paddy being granted two extraordinary magical powers, life couldn’t look any better. But at almost the exact same moment, evil pub landlord Colm Quigley has a chance encounter of his own…with ruthless developer Tom O’Meaney.

It's been ten months since Ben confronted the dark truths at the center of the Infection and things are—surprisingly—going well. But lately, he has started having bad dreams again. Dreams of an ominous, bow tie wearing figure with sinister intentions. And he's not the only one—people all over Lucella are having similar nightmares.

Vive la magia del bosque en este álbum de Gemma Camblor y Esther Gili. El otoño ha comenzado y Blas Ratoncio regresa a casa tras uno de sus largos viajes exploradores. Ha llegado el momento de prepararse para la llegada del frío y tendrá que hallar la manera de ahorrar algunas bellotas para sobrevivir el invierno. En su búsqueda, ayudará a varios de sus vecinos a encontrar su lugar en el Gran Bosque y dará con un trabajo inesperado. Acompaña a Blas en esta divertida historia, repleta de detalles escondidos y de personajes entrañables que te harán descubrir algo nuevo en cada lectura.

In this short Aesop fable, a tiny mouse helps a great, big lion.

In this fable by Aesop, two mice with very different lives highlight the value of simplicity.

Cuando el joven Rey Buby pierde su primer diente, el ratón de los dientes viene a visitarlo.

When the young king Bubi loses his first tooth, Pérez the tooth mouse comes to pay him a visit. This was one of Spanish author Luis Coloma’s most popular short stories, and the character Pérez the Mouse has taken on a role in Spanish speaking countries similar to that of the Tooth Fairy in English speaking countries.

"Ich glaub´, ich spinne", sprach das Schwein, ...denn mitten auf dem Platz stand ihm im Weg ´ne Spinne, verfehlt um einen Satz. "Zum Kuckuck!", schrie die Spinne, "das war wohl ziemlich knapp. Hätt´st du nicht einen Satz gemacht, dann wäre ich jetzt platt." Ein Kuckuck kam geflogen, der alles auch geseh´n. Er rief: "Seht ihrs jetzt ein? Im Leben, beim Spazierengeh´n ..., braucht man einfach Schwein." Miese Stimmung, Schlafprobleme, Koch- und Skiunfälle - Familien- und Schulalltag kann ganz schön anstrengend sein.

A Squirrel's Cafe is a collection of short fairy tales, with each story being concise and innovative in form. Despite their brevity, they contain a vast universe, allowing the author's understanding of life and emotional insights to be quickly and vividly conveyed to children.