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Hush, Mouse!
A tiny kitten with a big meow and a little girl with a big heart prove that any size can save the day.
**Five Star Readers’ Favorite**
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A kitten named Mouse meows so much that she’s always being told to hush! Only Little Liz appreciates Mouse, because nobody really pays attention to what she has to say, either. Then one day, they prevent a crime, proving that even though they’re small, they’re worth being listened to!
Reviews
Readers’ Favorite 5-Star Review
“Hush, Mouse! is a short, delightful children’s story, beautifully illustrated by Alicia Young. The author, Becky Benishek, teaches everyone, including the adults, that when little ones speak or meow, listen! Thank heaven Little Liz listens to Mouse: together, they save the family from a small tragedy. Becky Benishek is the author of several children’s books and this one will be a welcome addition to any book collection for young children. Perfect for young readers or for family reading fun together!” -Viga Boland for Readers’ Favorite (full review here)
“My kids and I loved this story. The pacing and flow were perfect, not to mention the adorable illustrations! This story promotes celebrating differences and understanding that we are are special in our own way. Hush, Mouse! is a must have for every child’s personal library!“ -Erica Graham, author of the Talking Tales series.
“Best of all is Benishek’s singular style—hers are stories of charm and substance, where warmly drawn characters make their way through a loving-if-perilous world where idiosyncrasy is invaluable. A word of caution, though—if you have a daughter, granddaughter, niece, what-have-you—she will be begging you to buy her a kitten after you read this book with her!” -Terry Vittone
“A small cat and a little girl stop a crime in this illustrated tale…Youngsters who are constantly told to hush will love how a little character’s big voice makes all the difference.” -Kirkus Review (full review here)
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- Watch a fun Mouse video
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The Squeezor is Coming!
A big-hearted monster teaches kids about the power of empathy.
**BRONZE MEDAL WINNER: Children’s Books – Social Issues, in the Readers’ Favorite International Book Award Contest**
**Five Star Readers’ Favorite**
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The Squeezor is a monster who just wants to give hugs: Great, big, wrap-his-arms-around-you-twice, squeezy hugs. The trouble is, he looks so scary, even other monsters run away! How can he get everyone to look past his appearance and be his friend? Join the Squeezor in Ghastly Gigapolis as he figures it out!
Reviews
Readers’ Favorite 5-Star Review
“Far too many kids feel as unlovable as the Squeezor, and this story is for them. Benishek’s droll and humorous story will please everyone in the room and maybe especially those adults who are still kids at heart. Matt Fiss’s brilliantly grotesque illustrations make this book one to linger over and read again and again and again. Literally. It’s that good.” –Jack Magnus for Readers’ Favorite (full review here)
““This wonderful story teaches two significant lessons: acceptance of others who are different and self-acceptance.” –Erica Graham, author of the Talking Tales series (full review here)
“This is not just another story book. It has a strong scholastic element to it . . . This story will turn the readers into givers and social enthusiasts.” –Ashish Kejriwal (full review here)
“Kids will love the book’s splashy color, monsters aplenty, and gross-out humor. Parents will love the story’s durable lesson: be yourself.” –Terry Vittone (full review here)
“A delightful book! Read it for the story, read it for the lessons, read it for pictures that have a subtle and humorous attention to detail. Just read it – you’ll smile and be better for it.” – Lesley Rynders
“A feel-good book that effectively mixes gross-out humor, a bit of monster-y horror, and sweet affection.” -Kirkus Review (full review here)
- Read an excerpt
- Watch fun Squeezor videos
- Review from a top Goodreads reviewer (Miranda Reads)
- More 5-star reviews from Readers’ Favorite
What’s At the End of Your Nose?
Sidney Snail shows children a whole world to explore. And they can color it in!
**Five Star Readers’ Favorite**
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Sidney Snail is so bored that he’s about to leave town in search of adventure. But when mysterious Old Samuel Snail convinces him to take one last look around, Sidney discovers he’s been missing amazing things all along.
With delightful black & white illustrations on matte paper, What’s At the End of Your Nose? can also be used as a coloring book!
Reviews
The Children’s Book Review
“A great starting point to spark discussion about one’s environment and finding magic in the ordinary.” -Luisa LeFleur, The Children’s Book Review
Reader’s Favorite 5-Star Review
“This astonishing tale of a bored snail is one filled with smiles and excitement from beginning to end.” -Rosie Malezer, Readers’ Favorite
“My kids loved the pictures and the engaging narrative and went to bed grinning and talking to each other about snails and Bub Bells.” -Tom Kretzmer
Dr. Guinea Pig George
What happens when the family guinea pig follows his dream?
**Five Star Readers’ Favorite**
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Guinea pig George really does think he’s a doctor, even if he’s the only one who does! Then one day, George is able to show what he can do during a very unexpected house call.
Dr. Guinea Pig George helps kids believe in themselves, even if their dreams seem out of reach.
Reviews
Kirkus Review
“A sweet and funny animal story for newly independent readers.” -Kirkus Review
Reader’s Favorite 5-Star Review
“This is one of the most unique, joyful books I have read in a very long time.” -Rosie Malezer, Readers’ Favorite
“This is one of those books that clearly needs to be on a nightstand for a little child. The illustrations are beautiful and the content is perfect.” -J. Gibbens
WORLDS: A Science Fiction Microfiction Anthology (Dark Drabbles Book 1)
Black Hare Press. Stories of new worlds, new creatures, space accidents, alien snackcidents, evil planets, military mashups, and much, much more.
BUY: Amazon
Look for Single Colonists Wanted by Becky Benishek.
ANGELS: A Divine Microfiction Anthology (Dark Drabbles Book 2)
Black Hare Press. Beatific angels, holy wars, kitty saviors, epic battles between good and evil, devils and demons, fallen angels and many more.
BUY: Amazon
Look for Angel vs Society by Becky Benishek.
BEYOND: A Paranormal Microfiction Anthology (Dark Drabbles Book 4)
Black Hare Press. Micro myths of the paranormal; poltergeists, spirit boards, ghosts and ghouls, avenging apparitions and horrifying hauntings.
BUY: Amazon
Look for Phantom Requiem by Becky Benishek.
APOCALYPSE: An Apocalyptic Microfiction Anthology (Dark Drabbles Book 6)
Black Hare Press. A post-apocalyptic adventure of tiny proportions. Venture into the unknown, into a time when society has broken down and every man, woman and child (and the odd monster or alien) must fight for themselves.
BUY: Amazon
Look for Goddess Unsheathed by Becky Benishek.
YEAR ONE (Dark Moments Book 2019)
Black Hare Press. The Black Hare Press YEAR ONE anthology is a culmination of all the nano-tales published in the Dark Moments online archive during 2019, as well as a showcase of the Five Club Final Mission drabbles.
BUY: Amazon
Look for Second Time’s the Charm by Becky Benishek.
LOVE: A Dark Microfiction Anthology (Dark Drabbles Book 7)
Black Hare Press. Twisted tales of love in tiny proportions. What miracles can one hundred debut to bestselling authors do with 100 words?
BUY: Amazon
Look for Call it Love by Becky Benishek.
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