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The year is 1899, and author Elbert Hubbard is responding to a report that a man named Rowan ventured into war-torn Cuba and delivered a message without knowing where Garcia might be found. The dedication of Rowan urges the author to contemplate how few there might be worthy to take on the task. Listen carefully and you might hear a description of the type of individual anyone would hire. A classic story of profound integrity narrated by Glenn Hascall.

A melancholy story about the passing of time. A delightful journey as companions age, seasons pass, and voice ages with wisdom. In the end the passing of time is tempered with the delights of family companionship. A classic tale from the heart of Dickens. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

For Joel's mom's birthday, he and his brother want to make her special gifts. The boys get to work, but what could Joel possibly create with Popsicle sticks and a jar of frozen flies? Leave it to him to come up with a birthday surprise no one can top!

Book 5 of Watch Out for Joel! Joel is thrilled when his older brother, Ricky, lets him deliver newspapers and collect mystery pennies. But Joel doesn't know that Ricky is actually cheating him. When Joel uses the pennies to buy Ricky a gift, how will Ricky feel about having been dishonest? Theme: Romans 18:9 - Brotherly Love.

When Joel and Ricky go to Mrs. Strunk's house for supper, she prepares onion soup, stewed beets, and fried liver. She is a very nice lady (though a very bad cook!), and they don't want to hurt her feelings. Can Joel and Ricky be kind without having to eat the food? Theme: Mark 4:24-Caring. Book 6 of Watch Out for Joel!

Joel is frightened of the old camp outhouse, but even he can't put off a visit forever. When Tom plans a cruel surprise for Joel, his fears quickly go from bad to worse. Can Joel and his brother, Ricky, stop Tom without giving in to revenge?

Each of the stories in this collection was previously available on Amazon, Audible and ACX. You'll find the collection here at Audible, narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Spot was a good-looking dog and everyone in the Klondike wanted the canine - except the two men that owned him. They tried selling him, they tried leaving him behind, and Spot seemed content to keep them guessing how he was always able to find them. Adventure, humor, and a good dose of owner frustration populate this story from famed writer Jack London.

An epic battle is taking place in Mudville. If the team can just hold on for Casey to get a whack then life will be grand. Such poise, such command, such promise. A classic poem narrated by Glenn Hascall.

While he may be less known for poetry, author Rudyard Kipling's "The Ballad of Clampherdown" is a yarn of seafaring conflict that chronicles the progression of losing a ship to war. Another great listen, another great tale. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Another myrockandrollbook by Sigmund Brouwer, this one in The Watch Out For Joel series. Joel and Ricky's mom send them to a concert with old Mr. Jones, where nothing should go wrong. Except, of course, with Joel something always goes wrong.

A fictional story that is positioned in time with the crucifixion of Jesus. While events that would shape culture and thinking were taking place, Ben-Tovit was consumed with a toothache. Would his own health issue prevent him from recognizing history? Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Is this truly "the battle-cry of the next thousand years"? This classic poem sets out to describe the plight of certain workers. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

On the banks of a Nebraska river several boys hear a story that causes them to plan a great adventure for their future. They could never quite get past a plan to find the Enchanted Bluff, but life has a way of stealing dreams from childish minds. A beautiful story of the hope of childhood in a time a few shades less complicated. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Was it the pen or the paper that composed such beautiful words? The argument is intense, and even after the poet describes how the beauty was created, the pen and paper still argue about their role in the creation of such beautiful words. A classic narrated by Glenn Hascal.

A princess who is disrespectful to all suitors raises the ire of her father, the king. Since she rejected all including one king she nicknamed Grisly-Beard she is given to the first man that came to the door. In this case, a very poor fiddler. Expect a lesson in the negative consequence of pride and disrespect. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

A true story? Embellished? Total fiction? We may not know, but Mark Twain shares a story from the perspective of a man who has had too few friends, and too much time on his hands. Humor throughout. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Another myrockandrollbook by Sigmund Brouwer, this one in The Watch Out For Joel series. Joel knows he, Ricky, and Lisa are bound for trouble when they build the world's biggest slingshot. No one listens when Joel tells them trying it out might not be a bright idea!

Another fable of discovery by Wizard of Oz penman L. Frank Baum. What some polar bears thought was a flaw in their leader may have nothing to do with courage and bravery in the face of battle. Perhaps character is forged some place other than good looks. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Perhaps it should come as no surprise that an author would entertain a variety of Sprites while weaving new tales - the good, the bad and the popular. However, one unruly sprite ultimately brings a greater perspective to the life of the author. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.