Celia Davies by Nancy Herriman

My name is Celia Davies, and I’m honored to have been invited to return in order to tell you all something about my life. Much has changed since I was last here, and much has not. But for those of you who are unfamiliar with me, I will attempt to acquaint you. In...

Pixie Saves the Day, Again by Gin Jones

For a human, Mabel Skinner isn’t so bad. She understands that nights are much more interesting than days, she takes her time warming up to people, and she likes to know in advance before visitors show up on the farm. Humans have such pitifully inadequate senses,...

Julia Beaton by Laurie Cass

Occupation: bookmobile clerk If you’re over the age of sixty and are interested in New York theatre, you might remember my name. If you’re under sixty and/or couldn’t give a hoot about live theatre, let alone Tony Awards, then you’re thinking “Julia Who?” That’s fine,...

Harley Yamazaki by Emmeline Duncan

What’s a day in my life as the co-owner of both a coffee cart and roastery? Well. . . “Can you read my future? I’ve heard you’re like, a super gifted psychic.” I wish I could say this was the first time a customer had asked me, Harley...

Beck O’Rourke By Judy Moore

Hi Everyone! It’s Beck O’Rourke checking in from Beach Reads bookstore and café in sunny Manatee Beach, Florida. I’ve been busy today selling lots of paperbacks to beachgoers and helping out Grammy in the café. It’s spring break down here so we have more customers...

Rosa de Los Reyes by Ileana Muñoz Renfroe

“La Misteriosa Café, how can I help you?” Nana said as she answered the phone. “Hi abuela, it’s Rosa. Just wanted to let you know that I am going out for a swim and will be heading your way for breakfast shortly after I am done.” She replied. “Que Bueno, nos vemos...