Category Archives: Reading for Boys

TWEEN ADVICE – How SAWEET It Is?

If you’re a fan of Saltwater Taffy, by now you know much we love to say SAWEET about anything and everything. The question you probably have is “how does this fit in as advice to you for becoming a thriving … Continue reading

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GETTING BOYS TO READ: Writers, Parents and Teachers, Oh My!

Getting boys to read has been a problem in the past, but now it is an epidemic that we need to address.  In our rapidly changing, dancing with the stars, fast food nation of American culture, boys are falling behind … Continue reading

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MIDDLE GRADE FICTION: Saltwater Taffy in New Orleans

Walking the streets of New Orleans with Saltwater Taffy under my arm brought back an afternoon of memories from my days on the USA NETWORK show, THE BIG EASY. On this trip we met some amazing parents, educators and children … Continue reading

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Special Offers

*Order the book today and receive a FREE STICKER!!! * Order 5 books and receive the limited edition SAWEET Baseball Hat from the store! * Order 10 books and get 2 books FREE! * When you make a personal donation … Continue reading

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A SAWEET SYNOPSIS: Set in the seaside town of Port Townsend, Washington, Saltwater Taffy follows the lives of five friends as they uncover a treasure map that once belonged to the ruthless New Orleans pirate, Jean Lafitte.  The discovery thrusts … Continue reading

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