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"Pike's superb skill as a storyteller elevates the tale to a rare level.  The rich language and Pike's voice variations paint vivid pictures in the listener's mind . . . an outstanding choice for school and public library collections" School Library Journal, October 1999, Vol. 45, No. 10 “Fantastic . . .  a storyteller's dream suitable for all ages except the very young.  Get them if you can or persuade your local library to get copies.” Swag of Yarns, Australia's National Storytelling Magazine, Spring 1999, Vol. 2, No. 3

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CLICK ON THE THUMBNAILS  BELOW TO VIEW THE AWARDS 2003 NATIONAL YOUTH STORYTELLING PEGASUS AWARD High School Award  Winning Resources 1999 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MOTION PICTURE COUNCIL Bronze Star Halo Award 1999 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MOTION PICTURE COUNCIL Jeanie Emerald Star Angel Award WINNER 1999 INTERCOM Silver Plaque Writing Award