Secret of the Forest

Junah Cat is challenged once again by the three sisters to find a secret -- this time of the forest. "Mo" Mouse joins him to follow a trail of PURRs, or insights about nature, in the big dangerous forest. Friends who help them in their quest include Phillip Fox, Dean Deer, Mother Tree, Oliver Owl, and Bernie Bear. After facing predators, rain, and even fire, Junah realizes that the secret that is revealed is not only about the forest but about himself.Follow the Path of PurrsWhen he sees how blackberry bushes are nourished by a pool of water, Junah purrs "water the root to enjoy the fruit." Or when he helps a squirrel and chipmunk gather acorns, he purrs "Do less and accomplish more by working together." Follow the path of purrs to find the forest's secret!Book 1 Received a Silver Medalfor Children's Fables in theReaders' Favorite Award Contest AUTHOR M.R. Neer (aka Michael Roy Neer) writes fairy tales, fables, and legends about the quest for the secrets of life. He believes that deep human values are universal and can be awakened through stories.He likes to think of organizing words as similar to connect-the-dot puzzles he enjoyed as a kid. When you connect the dots, something that is hidden suddenly appears; it's magical! The light goes on! This quest for connections, for light, has directly led to his novel, The Elixir of Freedom, Book 1 in The Light Finder Legends.He has won awards for journalism, newsletter writing, and teaching, and makes his home in Fresno, California. And, he is still connecting the dots! Fables for a Healthy Happy Life for children of all ages. Adventures of Junah Cat and Mo Mouse to find the secrets of nature. Each insight is described as Junah's Purr.