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MrSongwriter54

2 booksMysteryThrillerYoung Adult

MrSongwriter54 is a storyteller who believes that every neighborhood has a secret and every pet has a story to tell. With a lifelong love for animals and a background in creative narrative, he crafts adventures that emphasize the power of community and the bravery found in the smallest packages. Drawing inspiration from the antics of the real-life dogs that have shared his home, MrSongwriter54 brings a sense of humor and warmth to his writing. When he isn't dreaming up new cases for Shorty the Corgidor, he can be found playing guitar or walking the trails that inspired the deep woods of Maplewood Lane. Shorty the Corgidor Detective: The Mystery of the Diamond Collar is his debut novel.

Books

Shorty the Corgidor Detective: The Mystery of the Diamond Collar

Shorty the Corgidor Detective: The Mystery of the Diamond Collar

Small legs, big heart, and a nose for trouble on Maplewood Lane

  • Mystery
  • Thriller
  • Young Adult

Some heroes stand tall. Others are just a few inches off the ground. Shorty is a Corgidor with a detective’s nose and a stubborn streak a mile wide. When Princess Prissy’s diamond collar vanishes from her backyard, the humans of Maplewood Lane are baffled. But Shorty knows this wasn't a simple case of a misplaced trinket—he can smell the musk of a predator lingering in the air. Teaming up with his athletic best friend, Sadie Mae, Shorty follows a trail of clues that leads straight into the shadows of the deep woods. There, they discover a sinister plot orchestrated by Razor, a cunning coyote, and his massive, scarred brother, Slate. The diamonds were just the bait; the real prize is the safety of every pet in the neighborhood. As his friends begin to disappear, Shorty must rally an unlikely alliance of loud-mouthed crows, a grumpy tomcat, and a majestic hawk named Streak to defend their home. In a world of sharp teeth and nighttime ambushes, can a small dog with short legs outsmart a pack of ruthless predators? Full of heart, humor, and high-stakes adventure, this mystery proves that true courage isn't measured in height, but in the size of your heart.

Mayor of Bodkin Creek

Mayor of Bodkin Creek

A gentle goose leads with kindness to save his community from a changing world

  • Young Adult
  • childrens

In the heart of Bodkin Creek, a humble hero is about to take flight. George White Mayo is a gentle Canada goose who only wants a peaceful life after years of migration. But when he returns to his childhood home, he finds Bodkin Creek in turmoil. Human construction is closing in, the water is turning murky, and a bullying swan named Victor rules the local animals through fear. George never asked to be a leader, but he can't ignore the cries of the struggling Duck family or the aging turtles. While Victor focuses on power, George focuses on compassion, spending his days protecting the vulnerable and teaching the young. When George discovers a hidden, pristine estuary, he realizes there is a chance for a new beginning—if he can convince the community to trust him. As the bulldozers roar closer, George must lead a diverse group of animals on a perilous journey to safety. In a world that prizes strength and noise, George proves that a quiet heart and a helping wing are the most powerful tools of all. Discover a timeless tale of courage, environmental stewardship, and the true meaning of leadership in this uplifting animal adventure.