Junah Cat is challenged to find the secret of the garden by the mysterious three sisters. He teams up with “Mo” Mouse to follow a trail of PURRs, or insights about nature, that make life happy and healthy. He realizes this is the Way of Purr-fection, and the ultimate secret, revealed at the end, will connect you to nature in a deeper way. You will purr with delight with these new insights! This is Book 1 in The Cat's Purr Fables series. From PURR to PURR When the night sounds make a symphony for him, Junah purrs that “the whole is more than the sum of the parts”. Or when the bee and the butterfly describe their delight in finding nectar in the flowers, Junah purrs that we can “enjoy and accomplish more”. Follow the path of purrs to find the garden’s secret! Positive, uplifting stories that teach kids how to live a healthy, happy life. Perfect for bedtime stories or for kids age 8-14 to read. Reviewed by Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers' Favorite, 5 Stars " Michael Neer has written a charming children's fantasy story. This story would appeal to young readers, and it provides valuable lessons on life and living -- things like 'Life is more than we can see' and 'Outer depends on inner.' Each chapter has a new adventure, a new friend, a new lesson to learn, and some valuable advice. There are pen-and-ink drawings to accompany each chapter, providing a visual of the adventure to follow. This is an excellent tool to teach young people the power of life, learning, and growing, all through understanding the principles of outer and Inner science." Reviewed By Jack Magnus for Readers' Favorite, 5 Stars Michael Neer's collection of nature fables for children is an enchanting look at the hidden and interwoven lives of all natural things. I loved following Junah as he conducted his explorations and learned a thing or two from every experience and encounter. While Aesop's classic fables often came to mind as I read these stories, I was also reminded of the young King Arthur's experiences in T.H. White's The Once and Future King. Each transformation that Merlin had the young boy undergo led to a vital lesson and increased understanding, just as Junah's experiences guide him. Secret of the Garden is most highly recommended. Reviewed By Alyssa Elmore for Readers' Favorite, 5 stars The Tales of Peter Rabbit meets Aesop's Fables in the exquisitely written children's book, Secret of the Garden (Wise Tales for a Healthy Happy Life) by Michael Neer. Illustrated with beautiful drawings, this book is sure to keep children happily engaged for hours. I loved how the characters took on positive traits, making this book far superior to most children's stories and fables. I admired how the author wove beautiful lessons within each chapter, keeping the characters and stories amusing and appealing, yet wholesome and enhancing the learning aspects of the story. This book is a must-have in any children's library. I recommend this book to families and children aged five and up. Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite, 5 Stars "Junah is different from other cats because of his natural curiosity and purr-sistence in learning. Each story teaches readers a new thing that Junah has learned, helping them connect with the universe around them in a positive way, and to appreciate and enjoy life. The story highlights how everything around us can work purr-fectly when in harmony. The illustrations are adorable and delightful. The concept is fresh and unique and that makes it a must-read for children. The book is good for story-telling sessions, both at home and in classrooms." Reviewed By Edith Wairimu for Readers' Favorite, 5 Stars " Secret of the Garden contains stories of wisdom, enlightenment, and wellness. Michael Neer manages to present them in a way that young readers will understand and be able to apply in their lives. The stories were even more exciting as I tried to figure out what I would take away from reading each segment before reading the lesson at the end. All the stories are reflective, engaging, informative, and definitely worth any young reader's time!" Michael Neer (aka M.R. Neer) writes fables and legends about the quest for the secrets of life. He believes that stories reveal the universal values that we all share. He also has created coloring books and puzzle books on various themes for kids and adults. He has enjoyed a long career of organizing words in creative ways as an English teacher, curriculum specialist, magazine publisher, book editor, and long-time teacher of the Transcendental Meditation technique. He has won awards for journalism, newsletter writing, and teaching, and makes his home in Fresno, Calif. Gwenna Merriman has an MA in Scenic Design from California State University Fresno and a BFA in Drawing and Painting from Boise State University. She was the Production Supervisor for the CSUF Theatre Arts Department for 20 plus years. she has at various times been an art tea