Books published by publisher Summertime Productions

"Omigosh it's like Ali Baba and the forty sheep..." 'Diary of a Mad Gen Yer' is an anthology of poems, short stories, and blogs focusing on the antics of 21st century actress/heroine Fifi Larouche. 'Diary of a Mad Gen Yer' is sort of a prequel to Marcus Dino's smash earlier Hollywood novel 'Fifi,; but in 'Diary' the focus is more on Fifi's silly adventures, silly blogs, and silly poems as she struggles to find acting work in Hollywood. Fifi Larouche is a graduate of a top liberal arts college who is determined to make it to the top in the highly competitive world of 21st century Hollywood. While making ends meet as a waitress and going to audition after audition to land any kind of acting role, Fifi meets all kinds of interesting people in both real life and her many 'dreams.' The major characters in 'Fifi,' such as Biff, Fifi's on and off actor boyfriend, Charles, her domineering college professor father who feel she is wasting her time in.' La La Land' and should come back to her hometown of Des Moines Iowa to work as a banker, and Marissa, Fifi's roommate whom she considers to be one of her best friends, all return in 'Diary.' 'Diary of a Mad Gen Yer,' does introduce interesting new characters whom Fifi interacts with in her 'journey' as a struggling Hollywood actress such as Alocki, whom Fifi says is the most intelligent person she ever met and is actually an alien from another planet, Dirk a 'mod Englishman from the swinging London of the 60s,' whom Fifi meets in several of her dreams, Dick, a scientist colleague of Alocki's who finds it amusing that Fifi, a devout Christian, believes 'Someone designed and created her,' and 'Flifi,' Fifi's 'fairy tale counterpart from the 'Alternate Earth' who likes giving humans 'sound advice.' 'Diary of a Mad Gen Yer' is entertaining comedy fiction that appeals to all ages. 'Diary of a Mad Gen Yer' is an entertaining and fine read that will engage the readers from start to end.' Writer Field Service - Tracy Roberts.

An inspirational book about a character named Eraser Elroy who learns, that he should not form an opinion about, people based on their appearance. He discovers that the person he has been running and hiding from is the person he needs the most. Eraser Elroy considered himself to be a thing of the past, until Mr. Zero rescues him. This book is designed to motivate young people to engage in reading activites, drama, and conflict resolution.

Buddy Williams and his companions, Riel and Mokey, experience an astonishing range of escapades and exploits in the series, THE ADVENTURES OF BUDDY WILLIAMS. SummerWild is the first of four novels, and here the three lads tackle the challenges offered by Nature at Pelican Lake, the summer playground of Buddy’s youth. From an encounter with Slackjaw, a giant jackfish and denizen of the deep, to a chance meeting with Joe Starblanket, a native teenager who could become a valued friend, Buddy is exposed to hidden secrets and dangers in the outdoors, and faces harsh personal realities. An ignorance of the land and its possible ambushes, a fear of the elements because of a drowning accident, and a disregard for parental guidance—which seems to always lead to trouble—conspire to cause mayhem. THE ADVENTURES OF BUDDY WILLIAMS promises to entertain pre-teens (or tweens) and older folk alike. Grandsons and grandfathers, mothers and their young daughters, may all enjoy reading it to one another. Set in the early fifties, the series looks at a different time in Canada , and invites readers to reflect on the way our customs and values have changed—some dramatically. SummerWild is the gateway for later adventures in FallGently, WinterFree and SpringRush.

In addition to proving a good read for pre-teens and juveniles, The Adventures of Buddy Williams series has found a substantial audience with older folk as well. It is also contributing to the study of the novel unit in middle and high schools—in part because of the accompanying student study guides. Readers have enjoyed the trip back to the early fifties on the Canadian Prairies, experiencing the escapades of Buddy Williams and his partners-in-crime, Riel Belliveau and Mokey Stackhouse. Fictitious Buffalo Crossing and Pelican Lake are once again the settings in SpringRush, the final instalment in the series—after SummerWild, FallGently, and WinterFree.Buddy Williams’ happy life in SummerWild was obliterated by the blow of his great loss in FallGently. That tragedy, along with the combative relationship with his intimidating teacher Miss Ruby, led the young lad to experiencing depression and making some very bad choices in WinterFree. But the blizzards of the cold season are past, and new adventures lie in wait. Nature continues to offer surprises for Buddy, Riel and Mokey. An old friend teaches him a very important life lesson, which also helps him clarify his contentious connection with religion. But will he ever be rid of the bad blood between him and the Red Witch?Will the warm winds of spring encourage Buddy to find a path to redemption? Will his family overcome the challenge a past secret has hidden? And will the young protagonist take advantage of the bonds with his companions—including native teenager, Joe Starblanket—so that he might thrive again?

FallGently, the second book in The Adventures of Buddy Williams series, continues to chronicle a year in the life of an eleven year-old boy on the Prairies in the early fifties. The first book, SummerWild, which sets the stage for readers, was not only well-received by its Young Adult target audience, but also found bonus enthusiasts in older folk who enjoyed reminiscing about their own childhood. FallGently opens the door for the remaining two novels: WinterFree and SpringRush. Returning to Buffalo Crossing after summer holidays at the lake, FallGently picks up where SummerWild leaves off, and sees Buddy Williams and his two cohorts, Riel and Mokey, encounter a rude awakening at school. Their new teacher, Miss Ruby, turns out to be more she-devil than educator, and Buddy is not sure if Mr. “Army” Armitage, the school principal, is friend or foe. Adding to Buddy’s woes are two school bullies from the past who re-appear to make life miserable for him and his friends. Of course, despite all this, the three lads still find time for the same unique brand of adventure that characterized their lakeside summer— this time with a fall twist. But, eventually Buddy’s greatest challenge ever comes to overshadow their exploits, testing him like nothing before and shaking him to his very core. FallGently offers insight into the importance of positive mentors and educators, and reminds us that life is not always fair. Even the strongest are sometimes forced to face adversity and question their ability to cope with staggering loss.

Eat, drink, sleep, talk, they all sound very simple, but people just don't realize how hard the Tongue has to work to make all this happen. Now the Heart, the Nose, and the Stomach, of course they all help but nobody wants to talk about the Tongue. In "Bad Tongue" the Tongue finally gets the recognition he deserves as we follow the adventures of the Tongue in a normal day inside his friend (Owner) Michael.

Reeling from the autumn tragedy that changed his life forever at the close of FallGently, Buddy Williams yearns even more for the idyllic life he relished in SummerWild. Although still devastated, Buddy agrees to return to school, only to realize that not much has changed between the eleven year-old and his menacing teacher, Miss Ruby. To make matters worse, one-time ally Mr. “Army” Armitage, the school principal, seems to have run out of sympathy for Buddy’s plight.Feeling adrift, Buddy sets out to find a better balance, but is instead vexed by one error in judgement after another, the consequences of which threaten both harmony at home and his bond with best friends, Riel and Mokey.Will faith be salvation? Will Native teenager Joe Starblanket be able to help stop the tailspin into more serious bad behaviour? Might the blizzards of winter bring a lasting chill to Buddy’s once openly-amiable innocence?