Adventure Tails
Now Available on Amazon!
Tricia Bartels
Adventure Tails
Now Available on Amazon!
Tricia Bartels
BOOK INFO
Adventure Tails
Explore and discover the healing and redemptive qualities of animals through six animal tales.
Each story tells its own tale with the purpose of helping children and teenagers experience examples of caring for others, self-resiliance, and bravery in this unique and once in a lifetime book.
May you be blessed by these animal fables, and may you see healing in a new light.
“Having survived abuse myself, I know the healing power of animals and books.
As a child, I poured over books. I was safe when I was reading. May you find safety in
the arms of these animal tales.”
>Tricia Bartels
Text copyright ©2020 by Tricia Bartels
Cover Art ©2020 by Rob Rice
Inside Illustrations ©2020 by Rob Rice
All rights reserved
ISBN: 978-0-578-81808-5
Table Of Contents
STORY 1
A Cat Named Sam
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Sam is the most beautiful, softest, wealthiest cat in the neighborhood. But nobody likes him. Join Sam in this story of acceptance and love when a cat charmer comes to town and chooses to go to Sam’s house. You will be surprised and enchanted to learn the truth about Sam and his life as this story takes an unexpected turn.
STORY 2
The Tiny Bluebird
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When the tiny bluebird was just a chick, she survived the blows and horrors of the evil hunters. Now she lives near the red birdfeeder, relying on the window people for her food each day. When an unexpected snow storm nearly takes her life, the tiny bluebird learns the meaning of resilience and hope. In this story, you will find yourself cheering for the tiny bluebird as her life starts to change for the good.
STORY 3
Anthony
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Everyone expected Anthony to be nothing but an outcast. As a lamb he had lost his tail in a battle with a lion. When a famous ram comes to town looking for the next ruler for the flock, Anthony’s father overlooks his youngest son. In this story of determination and hope, you will find that the least among the flock of sheep prospers.
STORY 4
The Fabulous Feeble Fish
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The little fish had a dream: a dream to be a little girl. When her caretaker gently places her in the sea, she faces many challenges, nearly giving up that dream. While in the sea, the little fish endures trauma and fear from a big evil fish. Although she has many trials, the little fish hangs on to her dream, if even by a thread. Will she ever become a little girl?
STORY 5
The Lost Puppy
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This puppy has a great life. Yet, he wants more. So, one day he packs up his belongings and tells his mother that he is off to see the world. Will he be able to survive what the world has to offer? Follow this “prodigal” puppy as he attempts to find his way in the world. In this beautiful story, this lost puppy learns the meaning of unconditional love.
STORY 6
Old Abe
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In this classic fairytale, a bear cub named Heidi finds friendship and acceptance from a grumpy bear named Old Abe when she gets lost in the woods. This tale teaches readers not to make judgements about others until we really get to know them. Join Heidi as she not only finds friendship in the woods, but learns about strength and grief from Old Abe.
BLOGS
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Good and Bad Touches
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Staying Healthy
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The Holidays
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Trauma and Suicidal Ideation
There are plenty of staggering statistics out there that tell the story about how childhood trauma affects the onset of suicidal ideation in adolescence and adulthood. Depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and isolation can all accompany the signs of PTSD....
Good and Bad Touches
Recovering from “Bad Touches” For years the terms “bad touches” and “good touches” have been used to educate children about how to be aware and avoid a perpetrator of abuse. Yet, what happens after a “bad touch” occurs and the child is left trying to determine if...
Staying Healthy
There is a lot of information out there about the health issues caused by too much stress. Trauma is about the worst kind of stress anyone can endure. Although there are not any specific numbers out there reporting which illnesses and the probability of trauma...
Trauma and Spirituality
Spirituality can be a huge factor in the forming of resilience in healing from childhood trauma. Yet, it can also be a hinderance, especially if the trauma is a form of spiritual abuse. As I look at my own life, finding love, healing, and redemption from my trauma,...
Overstimulation
If you are like me, the day after Christmas is one of recovery and hopefully rest. For children and adults with a background of trauma, Christmas day can be one of sensory overload. Going to at least one long Christmas party can be so overstimulating that...
The Holidays Part 3
We have all heard the phrase, “Everything in moderation.” How can we apply such a phrase to the holidays? First of all, if you are a survivor of trauma and struggle with addiction, this time of year may be particularly difficult for you, especially if you have not...
The Holidays Part 2
Last week I spoke about the ups and downs of the holidays. Today I would like to touch on the subject of joy. Many believe that happiness and joy are the same thing, yet they actually are quite different. Happiness is more of a temporary feeling based on your...
The Holidays
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Author
Tricia Bartels
Tricia Bartels began her career as a storyteller over 30 years ago. While in college she travelled to events, churches, and schools telling stories of inspiration and hope. This gift of storytelling paid her way through college.
A couple of years ago Tricia decided to put these stories that she treasured and loved for thirty years onto paper. Thus, Adventure Tails was born. Her book, Adventure Tails, is a collection of animal fables written to help survivors of trauma and abuse find healing.
As a child who survived trauma, Tricia has always found safety in reading and writing. Her goal in writing Adventure Tails is to help teach bravery, resilience, and self-love to those who have been traumatized or abused, whether that is someone with PTSD, addictions, and all the forms that trauma can take.
May you be blessed by reading Adventure Tails as much as Tricia has been by writing it!
ILLUSTRATOR
Rob Rice
Rob has been in the advertising industry for ten years. He has worked with clients all over the world to create engaging story concepts through 3D art, digital painting, and traditional artwork.
Tell Rob your story!
From black and white line drawings to full color illustrations, I will give your book the visuals it deserves, within your budget, and on time.
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