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Uncle George Stories
Uncle George Stories is based on letters written by the author’s grandfather, Charles Rand, recounting his boyhood adventures in Vanceburg, Kentucky, around the early 20th century. The stories are simple yet vivid, filled with charming tales of rural life, family, and the natural world. You’ll meet memorable characters like Uncle George and Aunt Hett and their four-legged friend Wooly Broom the bear.
The books capture the essence of a bygone era, offering readers a glimpse into a magical world of ice-skating bears, honey-loving dogs, and devious wolves, all set against the backdrop of beautiful Kinniconick Creek. The glossary at the end provides context for terms and places mentioned in the stories, enhancing the reader’s understanding of this historical and cultural setting.
Featured Book
Kentucky in the Fall: An Uncle George Story, Book 1
Welcome to Kentucky in the Fall and enjoy a fun-filled day on Uncle George’s farm.
A timeless talk of mischief, memories and the magic of Kentucky’s backwoods. In Kentucky in the Fall, a young boy joins his Uncle George on a rollicking trip to the family farm at Kinniconick Creek, where rubber-tired buggies are high-tech, bears love chestnuts, and squirrels launch nutty ambushes from the trees. Told with wit and wonder, this heartwarming story, based on century-old letters from the author’s grandfather, captures the joy of simpler time, the charm of rural Kentucky and the kind of storytelling that sticks with you long after the last page. Perfect for young adult readers and nostalgic grown-ups alike.
Wooly Broom the Bear: An Uncle George Story, Book 2
Learn how Uncle George and Aunt Hett met Wooly Broom.
Long before bears danced in cartoons, one lived in a Kentucky barnyard and stole the hearts of everyone around. When Uncle George rescued a stranded cub from a persimmon tree, he didn’t expect a life long friendship, or a bear with a broom-shaped tail and a flair for mischief. Based on true letters from the early 1900s, Wooly Broom the bear is a laugh-out loud, heartwarming tale of unlikely companionship, nosy guinea hens, and the timeless magic of growing up Country. Perfect for young adult readers and nostalgic grown-ups alike.
Wooly Broom Goes Skating: An Uncle George Story, Book 3
Learn how Uncle George taught Wooly Broom how to ice skate. But watch out for Nero the Wolf!.
What Happens when a bear wants to learn figure skating? In the magical world of Kinniconick Creek, anything’s possible. When Uncle George straps beginner skates onto his shaggy-tailed pal, Wooly Broom, the farm becomes a winter wonderland of slips, spins and surprising grace. But the real surprise is when Nero the Wolf tries to join the fun-with stolen skates and a frozen tail. Based on true family letters from a century ago, Wooly Broom Goes Skating is a laugh-out loud tale of friendship, forgiveness and the pure joy of making memories on ice.
The Wild Honey Tree: An Uncle George Story Book 4
Nothing like fresh honey, right off the comb, until the bee’s get buzzing.
A young Charles and his Uncle George search for a honey tree with the help of Bulger, Uncle George’s clever dog. After tying a red thread to a bee’s leg, Bulger tracks the bee to a sugar maple tree filled with honey. Uncle George carefully extracts the honey while avoiding angering the bees, ensuring the tree can be revisited for future harvests. Of course, Bulger is rewarded for his efforts in finding the Honey Tree. The story captures the simplicity, resourcefulness, and warmth of rural life, blending humor, adventure, and family bonds.
The Snowy Owl: An Uncle George Story Book 5
Is it a snow covered owl, or is it a snow-colored Owl?
The book captures the essence of a bygone era, offering readers a glimpse into a magical world of ice-skating bears, honey-loving dogs, and devious wolves, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Kinniconick Creek, along with Charley, who tells his stories on his Uncle George and Aunt Hett’s farm.
Wooly Broom’s Easter: An Uncle George Story Book 6
It’s not Easter until Wooly Broom gets involved.
The book captures the essence of a bygone era, offering readers a glimpse into a magical world of ice-skating bears, honey-loving dogs, and devious wolves, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Kinniconick Creek, along with Charley, who tells his stories on his Uncle George and Aunt Hett’s farm.
Wild Geese: An Uncle George Story Book 7
It’s a spring snow, and but the pond is just the ticket for the Geese to rest their weary wings, and they have Uncle George to protect them.
The book captures the essence of a bygone era, offering readers a glimpse into a magical world of ice-skating bears, honey-loving dogs, and devious wolves, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Kinniconick Creek, along with Charley, who tells his stories on his Uncle George and Aunt Hett’s farm.
Apple Cider: An Uncle George Story Book 8
Pick the apples, cook them down, press them, and there you have it, the best fresh apple cider around.
The book captures the essence of a bygone era, offering readers a glimpse into a magical world of ice-skating bears, honey-loving dogs, and devious wolves, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Kinniconick Creek, along with Charley, who tells his stories on his Uncle George and Aunt Hett’s farm.
Wooly Broom’s Christmas: An Uncle George Story Book 9
In the winter, Wooly Broom bear usually hibernates, but this year, Aunt Hett wants him to celebrate Christmas and invite all his forest friends. Wooly Broom definitely doesn’t miss Christmas so he can party with all of his friends. It may be chaos, but it’s fun for all involved, even Nero.
The book captures the essence of a bygone era, offering readers a glimpse into a magical world of ice-skating bears, honey-loving dogs, and devious wolves, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Kinniconick Creek, along with Charley, who tells his stories on his Uncle George and Aunt Hett’s farm.
