Every since we published "Saving Li'l Smokey" people have been asking us when this book would be available at Blackbear Diner.  For those of you from the east, Blackbear diners are a great local chain with over 40 stores in the western states. As the name implies, they are a bear-themed restaraunt and we believe that our book will be a great addition to their gift shop. They have agreed to have our books in two of their stores (Redding and Mount Shasta) to see how well it sells. If you have a location nearby, and you want to show your support, please ask them to carry the book as well!

Also, we want to add a special thanks to our other distributors:

Burrito Bandito (Redding and Anderson Locations) [Our Top Seller]

All About Books (Redding)

Bibles Books and More (Redding)

Turtle Bay Bookstore (Redding)

Whiskeytown National Recreation Area Visitors Center

Just after midnight this last Wednesday, God took Kody home. He died peacefully in his sleep. Kody was a native Alaskan and lifelong outdoor enthusiast. A trained medical and therapy service dog, Kody spent his life giving love, healing and companionship to everyone w...ho connected with him. He spent his last days at his favorite off-leash beach in Carmel, California, taking in the sea air--completely happy and content. On the trip home, he enjoyed a double cheeseburger. That night, he begged for and ate an entire rawhide before curling up on his bed. An hour later, his precious heart gave out, and he was gone. He is survived by two canine siblings, Lillian (5), Murphy (1), and his parents, Adam and Celeste. He is their firstborn, and will never, ever be replaced. He is deeply missed and forever loved.

"Into paradise may the angels lead you."

It was Kody's example that I thank for giving me the compassion to save Li'l Smokey. Here I am giving him the credit in October of 2008: