Stick Horse Derby: Reviewed by Bruce Arrington for Readers’ Favorite
Stick Horse Derby is a fun, colorful adventure for young readers that will enhance their creativity…
Stick Horse Derby: Reviewed by Karen Walpole for Readers’ Favorite
The writing is quirky in a good way. Bright illustrations and rhymes add whimsy to the story.
Stick Horse Derby: Reviewed by Vernita Naylor for Readers’ Favorite
This book is … the Kentucky Derby from historical facts and crossword puzzles to word search games.
Stick Horse Derby: Reviewed by Jack Magnus for Readers’ Favorite
Adams’ story is both humorous and uplifting, and his illustrations are superb.
Stick Horse Derby: Reviewed by Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers’ Favorite
We can’t always have what we want in life. But it doesn’t hurt to dream big…
“...leads a young man on a journey to become the man he was destined to be.”—Kathryn Bennett, Readers' Favorite
When the girl next door gets involved, things become even more complex for Driew and, in the end, he must make the choice of exploring a love that is starting to blossom and going on a walkabout that traditionally leads a young man on a journey to become the man he was destined to be.
“G'DAY is a truly breathtaking story with a unique style.”—Liz Konkel, Readers' Favorite
Driew's life was fairly ordinary, dealing with bullies, siblings that don't seem to want him around, and growing up.
“...fascinating and intriguing characters and a thread of humor runs through the plot.”—Mamta Madhavan, Readers' Favorite
Set against the backdrop of Outback Australia, G'DAY: Aints by M.W. Adams takes readers along with Driew to explore life events and myriad chaotic journeys as he takes them through his story.
"Easy resource for youngsters to learn language." —Gary Roen, Reviewer
The author and artist have found a fun way to teach different parts of speech to kids.
“Beautifully written and well worth reading even more than once.”—Melinda Hill, Readers' Favorite
The youngest of five siblings, Driew feels like he doesn’t fit into his family in this coming of age story
"Blend of Australian fable and southern culture."—Sam R. Staley review of "DOWN UNDER"
Down Under: Kussins is the kind of book that will delight early and middle-grade readers and leave parents befuddled, in a good way.
“Amidst all the pain intertwined with beauty, Driew finds his voice and place.”—Edith Wairimu, Readers' Favorite
In the fascinating Kentucky Outback, Driew Qweepie’s world is filled with beauty, tranquility, and incredible ways of experiencing nature.
Midwest Book Review Bookwatch: "Eddie, That's Spaghetti!"
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Beyond the Book: "G'DAY: Aints"
Researching events past, present, and future helps enhance your reading experience. Family Tree Novel series readers are introduced to…
"Stick Horse Derby" Coloring Pages
Print one or all four Stick Horse Derby coloring pages. Mark's YouTube Coloring Page Videos show readers the children’s book illustration process for Derby’s book.
Language of the Outback
Adopting new words and terms helps better describe your Outback and how you lived it. Family Tree Novel readers are introduced to a variety of Australian, American, and Qweepie vernacular throughout the novel series.
