Runtie the Desert Rat

Leilani is a desert rat who wonders if she'll ever grow as big as her older brothers and sisters. She wants to be able to run as fast as they do and find as many seeds as they can. But what can Leilani do to change her size?

Runtie the Desert Rat is a touching story about the wonders of nature and the spirit of family. As she learns what it means to never give up, the lovable Leilani will enchant and delight the hearts of all children who encounter her. This warm folktale is a lovely look at what it's like to feel different.

With beautiful illustrations and whimsically wonderful characters, Runtie the Desert Rat is a story parents can enjoy just as much as their children. The natural world comes alive as Leilani explores the vast landscape of the desert.

Whether you're big or small, Leilani will help you remember how truly magical the world of nature can be.

Author: Sharon Winters, Toby Mikle
Publisher: Sharon Winters
Published: 01/19/2024
Pages: 28
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.15lbs
Size: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.06d
ISBN: 9798986100449

About the Author
Winters, Sharon: - SHARON WINTERS holds a BS in psychology from Illinois State University and an MA in humanities from the University of Texas. A retired English and math teacher, Winters is the author of: Cutted Chicken in Shanghai, an award-winning humorous memoir that explores the time the author spent living in China. Runtie the Desert Rat, a picture book that tells a touching story about the wonders of nature and a desert rat with a problem to solve. Karl's Diary: It's a Dog's Life, a memoir told from a dog's perspective, and winner of the Literary Titan Gold Book Award granted to well-written books with great stories. A Quilt for Charley, a heartfelt true story about a rescued dog who wants a quilt of his own. This picture book resonates with children and adults alike, and is a winner of the Literary Titan Gold Book Award, the Readers' Favorite Five Star Award, and the Reader Views Silver Medal Reviewers Choice Award. Winters' stories have appeared in The Rodent Reader Quarterly and in several national and international Mensa publications. She is currently working on her fifth book, Stories From Here and There. Winters lives with her service dog, Charley, and her husband in the Phoenix area. When she is not writing, she enjoys quilting and playing the piano. Find her online at www.SharonWinters.comMikle, Toby: - TOBY MIKLE has been passionately illustrating books for the past twenty years with more than nine hundred titles. He illustrated his first book at age fourteen for his English teacher who had written a story about a bear. His work was so well received that he soon began creating books for other teachers and friends. After a stint in the Air Force and earning a degree from a local art school, Toby began working professionally in his chosen field. Toby's books have been published in seven different countries and in many languages. His custom award-winning illustrations underscore his colorful ability to entertain the active imagination of children. You can find a portfolio of his work at www.MyBooklllustrator.com