The Magic Post: Book 1

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"The Magic Post" is a short story about a grandmother and her grandchildren who visit her farm. She has a vegetable garden and raises small farm animals. There is a special post in the fence between her farm and a neighbor lady's house where they sometimes exchange goods. The grandmother calls it her magic post. One day, a bag appears on the post and the children go to fetch it. The post is taller than the kids and they must figure out how to retrieve the bag. When they ask their grandmother what makes the post magical, she teaches them a lesson in basic human values.

Author Bio

Paul Cooley is a retired probation officer who lives in California with his daughter Jan and two dogs, Buster and Pepper. He is a former United States Air Force officer and graduate of the University of Arizona. Paul enjoys writing short stories in a style reminiscent of simpler times and places.

Dianna Putnam is an educator and children's advocate who lives in California with her husband David and several lively pets. Her daily interactions with elementary school children give her a depth of understanding about how kids think and feel. Dianna's illustrations in the folk-art genre are simple, direct and compelling.

Matt Cooley is a business executive and podcast host who lives in New Jersey with his wife Nancy, son Liam, and pets Bunny and Duke. He rallied his father Paul and sister Dianna to create stories that celebrate the simple values cherished by Americans, and people everywhere.