Boys are Wonderful

About the book: Boys are Wonderful: The Feelings and Imagination of a Sensitive Barefoot Boy 8: Poetry and Stories for Children includes fun poems for boys and girls who are inspired by the imaginative barefoot boy or girl who lives inside us all. Also included are several short stories.

What Should Waldo Do?: The Mystery of the Invisible Periods

About the story: Richard, a shy, sensitive, and imaginative boy, was angry because he had to completely rewrite a long two-page writing assignment at school. Based on a true story that took place in Tucson, Arizona, USA, circa 1983.

Tattle Tale

About the story: Richard, a shy, sensitive, and imaginative boy, tattles on his cousin. What does Uncle Eddie tell him about tattling? Based on a true story that took place in Brooklyn, New York, USA, circa 1979.

What Happened at the Swim Party?: Bobby, A Hapless Tweenage Boy

About the story: It was 1983. Twelve years old and handsome, Bobby attended a swim party at a friend's house and got an embarrassing surprise. Based on a true story.

About the author: Richard Carlson is an author of children's and coming-of-age books. He is a highly sensitive person, or HSP. You can learn more about him at www.richardcarlson.com.