Books published by publisher Tom Watson

This is a story of a father and daughter, Lizzy, who work on a farm in Kalamazoo. The father instills a serious work ethic in his daughter - and in the animals that live on the farm. One day, Lizzy discovers a kangaroo. Her father agrees that it can live on the farm if Lizzy can find the animal a role. Lizzy succeeds, but then she discovers even stranger animals - Kangaroosters. What job will she find for them? The story is written in a rhythmic, rhyming style for the younger set. It's illustrated with boldly colored, cut-paper pictures. It is similar - both in writing style, humor and imagery - as "When Cows Fly," another book by Tom Watson that has consistently ranked in the top five for free children's stories on iBooks. You may want to get that book to see if you like the style. It is, after all, free. Tom is also the author of the popular Stick Dog series.

A mortal woman. An immortal world. Can her heart survive the dangerous land her eyes were never meant to see?Seventeen-year-old Alexis Mackie only ever wanted one thing—for the boy next door to finally notice her. But a split second is all it took to change everything. When she travels to a remote Canadian island with her geologist parents to monitor seismic activity, she finds herself trapped in the 'epicenter'. Alone in a cave struggling to free herself from the rubble, she stumbles into a mysterious land of tropical forest and mythical creatures...Stepping into unfamiliar surroundings, she's saved from the deadly claws of a vicious beast by a handsome strangers who offers to help her find a way home. But with rebels closing in on discovering her true identity and the ruling Magistrate sealing up the portals to their secret realm, Alexis fears they may never let her leave. As the doorway closes and her feelings for her rescuer bloom, she wonders if going back is what she truly wants...Will Alexis risk the perilous journey to her own world and lose her new love forever?Finding Obsidia is the first book in a thrilling new YA fantasy series. If you like fast-paced action, sharp-witted heroes, alternate realms, and a timeless romance, then you'll love T.N. Watson's adventurous tale.BuyFinding Obsidia and get lost in a mystical dimension today!

When a new power plant pollutes a nearby lake, there are strange and unusual consequences. The friendly fish begin to mutate - and then seek revenge against the power plant. Author of the popular Stick Dog adventures, Tom Watson's more traditional picture books (When Cows Fly, Garbage! Monster! Burp! and Kangarooster) are marked by a rhyming and rhythmic writing style, some good laughs and bold, colorful illustrations. Vampire Bass offers these kid-pleasing (and parent-pleasing) traits again. Vampire Bass is Tom's unique effort to add to the thriving vampire story genre.

Love left her wanting. Fate called her back.Alexis Mackie has spent the past two years trying to forget the memories of the man she left behind. Despite her attempts, forgetting 'the one' isn't that easy. Desperate for relief, she fights her way back to find the one person who can help her. But as she steps foot on Obsidian soil, an ancient prophecy comes to life...Navigating her way through harsh surroundings, she soon discovers that Obsidia hasn't been the same since she left. With political tension rising and the menacing rebel group closing in on discovering her presence, Alexis struggles to make her way to Kassius. Despite getting help from old friends, fate has other plans for her. As secrets of the realm begin to reveal themselves, she begins to question what really brought her back...Will Alexis return to the man that holds her heart? What dangerous consequences await her if she does?Seeking Solaceis the second book in an intriguing YA fantasy series. If you like gripping fantasies, strong dynamic characters, and tender romance, then you'll love T.N. Watson's fascinating tale. Buy Seeking Solace and discover the secrets of this mysterious land today!

A mortal woman. An immortal world. Can her heart survive the dangerous land her eyes were never meant to see?Seventeen-year-old Alexis Mackie only ever wanted one thing—for the boy next door to finally notice her. But a split second is all it took to change everything. When she travels to a remote Canadian island with her geologist parents to monitor seismic activity, she finds herself trapped in the 'epicenter'. Alone in a cave struggling to free herself from the rubble, she stumbles into a mysterious land of tropical forest and mythical creatures...Stepping into unfamiliar surroundings, she's saved from the deadly claws of a vicious beast by a handsome strangers who offers to help her find a way home. But with rebels closing in on discovering her true identity and the ruling Magistrate sealing up the portals to their secret realm, Alexis fears they may never let her leave. As the doorway closes and her feelings for her rescuer bloom, she wonders if going back is what she truly wants...Will Alexis risk the perilous journey to her own world and lose her new love forever?Finding Obsidia is the first book in a thrilling new YA fantasy series. If you like fast-paced action, sharp-witted heroes, alternate realms, and a timeless romance, then you'll love T.N. Watson's adventurous tale.BuyFinding Obsidia and get lost in a mystical dimension today!

Howard's Search for a Home: An Underwater Adventure of a Moray Eel uses vibrant underwater pictures for the younger child's visual aesthetics, a simple humorous story line for young readers, and incorporates an educational aspect of each species encountered to promote ocean animal appreciation and learning. The book may also be a good avenue for children to open a dialog with adults around understanding retirement. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Mystic Aquarium's volunteer SCUBA program (for cleaning and maintenance), research, and stranding programs.