Four Moons Books

"Max Finnegan, Rogue Prince Of Pinconning" by Philip Wooldridge

2011-03-19T18:49:00.000-07:00

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/48430

Max Finnegan, a member of the Pinconning Clan of Mice, frets about the food stores for his people as the Michigan winter approaches. He tries to strike an honorable bargain with a local cheese maker, but when diplomacy fails, he prepares himself and his valiant army of mice and cats for a battle to ensure the Clan's survival. You'll fall in love with the charming little thief in this short story.

"A Dog's Tale" by Philip Wooldridge

2011-03-09T13:40:00.000-08:00

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/46153

A library in Northern Michigan is home to all sorts of curios and knick-knacks. But there's nothing that tops the stuffed German Shepherd, wearing military decorations, sitting and smiling quietly by the card catalog. For years, tourists have asked how he came to be a permanent resident in this municipal building; now you can discover the tale behind the dog in this humorous and heartfelt story.

"Granny Fuhrmann and the Last Supper" by Philip Wooldridge

2011-03-09T13:38:00.000-08:00

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/45192

Abigail Fuhrmann is about to enter the hereafter, and her immediate survivors gather in Northern Michigan at the Dog and Doughnut, a local greasy spoon, hoping for a low-key celebration with some good old-fashioned comfort food. However, the combination of generations and flapjacks tend to bring out the worst, and the best, in the members of this interesting, yet not so uncommon American family.

"A Time Called Home" by Philip Wooldridge

2011-02-24T19:34:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/43266

Two veterans of WWI, Clarence, an old warrior and Brian, a young man reincarnated from the soldier he was, share drinks as they discuss old days and new challenges, and each find their own places in the world they're meant to live in. Clarence, finding himself at the end of his life, shares words of wisdom to help Brian, his former comrade, let go of his pain and live a happy and meaningful life.

"Quinton's Reading Rainbow" by Philip Wooldridge

2011-01-01T23:34:00.000-08:00

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/35571

Quinton returns in this second short story, and finds that he's having difficulty in school. With the help of his loving Grandfather Briscoe, and the patience of his school teacher, Quinton finds new ways to learn as he discovers he has dyslexia. Read as Quinton's mind, body, and soul take flight in this adorable short story.

Happy Holidays To Everyone!

2010-12-24T11:14:00.001-08:00

"The Moose And Leo LeSander" by Philip Wooldridge

2010-12-21T18:41:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/30501

Leo LeSander was an odd fellow, but things got a little stranger that autumn when he decided he was a bonafide Moose Whisperer, all because one came out of the blue one day to chat with him a bit! Follow Leo's journey from a path of self-imposed divine destiny to a better one of simply accepting those strange little anomalies which happen to cross your path as icing on the cake of your life.

"Worthington Manor" by Philip Wooldridge

2010-12-21T18:40:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/16196

Daphne finds herself the newest resident of a rather unique boarding home, full of different personalities and strange house mates. As she walks around and interacts with everyone there, she discovers that Worthington Manor isn't just her new home, but a place and a state of mind that she's known her entire life Find out what becomes of Daphne, and the others, in this short story.

"Whino Kangaroos And Other Tales From My Youth" by Philip Wooldridge

2010-12-21T18:39:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/14332

"Whino Kangaroos" contains stories and memories from my childhood and teenage years in Central Texas during the late 1970's through the 1980's. Join me as I take my learn about at writing fiction, binge drinking, burglary, pop stardom, capitalism, girls, humiliation, and life on the open waters, and love, and discover the things I learned about myself and those around me during my younger years.

"Best Laid Plans" by Philip Wooldridge

2010-12-21T18:38:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/14106

Ethan Jamison is a well meaning, but very misguided social worker who turns to murder after he believes he is called by a higher power to be judge, jury and executioner of all those who seek to harm vulnerable children. However, following his transition to his "true calling", he discovers the life he envisioned for himself is only full of false self-glorification and pain.

"Talking On A Thin Line" by Philip Wooldridge

2010-12-21T18:37:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/13697

Enter the world of Care Connect, also known as "The Line", a centralized hotline for reporting concerns of child abuse and neglect. Read and explore moments in the lives of several of the Line's workers, and get to know their jobs, their personalities, and the world they must immerse themselves into on a daily basis in this collection of ten short stories.

"Road To Chupadero" by Philip Wooldridge

2010-12-21T18:36:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/9224

Having given up on the world, a Vietnam veteran and loner reflects upon his life, and contemplates his end days, while traveling the back roads from West Texas to New Mexico.

"Quinton Finds His Family" by Philip Wooldridge

2010-12-21T18:35:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/6362

Quinton is a somewhat different quail among the others in his village, for he has two plumes instead of one, and has not yet learned to fly. Follow Quinton as he goes from a life as a belittled child and local outcast to one of happiness and love, watch him as he learns the true meaning of family, and see him take the first step into a world of acceptance and belonging.

"The Courtship of Ambrosia Snodgrass" by Philip Wooldridge

2010-12-21T18:34:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/5236

Rarely does one encounter a true gentleman in the modern day gentleman's club, and the leading man in our tale is no exception. Immerse yourself in this story and experience all the joys and pain of the affair between Ambrosia Snodgrass, a lovely yet shrewd entertainer, and her naive client, Chester Radcliffe.

"Scam Of The Scandinavian" by Philip Wooldridge

2010-12-21T18:33:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/5025

Michael McGorski, private investigator, is a jaded narcissist and an unapologetic misogynistic pig whose goal in life is to collect as many dollars and sordid tales as he can. However, during his time spent with two women - a beautiful client and his good friend, he just might discover a little more about himself than he wanted to know.

"Turning Points" by Philip Wooldridge

2010-12-21T18:32:00.000-08:00

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/4979

Robert, a young man, and a new father and husband, discovers that life after high school isn't quite the way he planned. He wants the good life for himself and his family. Will he take the fast lane or the slower road to reach his goals? Find out in this short story.

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2010-12-20T18:16:00.000-08:00

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