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Bunnicula's Pals -- Harold, Howie and Chester -- in Hot Fudge
Published in Paperback by Camelot (1991)
Authors: James Howe and Leslie Morrill
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An Amusing Animal Adventure Story
Ages 4-8 yrs. Sort of a long story about some house pets--Harold the dog, Chester the cat, Howie the small dog, and Bunnicula the rabbit--who are worried that someone is trying to break into their humans' house. They talk to each other in the story as they set up guard duty, and then try and solve the mystery of the missing fudge.

The story can be a little long for young ones, and there are multiple characters talking on various pages. This can be confusing to children listners if the reader parent/teacher doesn't seperate, or change the characters' voices--there are humans who also have dialoge--so children can easily identify who is talking. But, it's a fun story that ends happily, and if that's not enough, there is a recipe in the back of the book for Mr. Monroe's Famous Fudge!

hot fudge
I like Hot Fudge because it has alot of chocolate in it. The two dogs and the cat thought some one had stolen the hot fudge. If you want to hear more about Hot Fudge read the book and you will love it.


Howie Monroe and the Doghouse of Doom
Published in Hardcover by Atheneum (01 September, 2002)
Authors: James Howe and Brett Helquist
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Tales From The House Of Bunnicula
I read Tales From The House Of Bunnicula
I thought it was a good book because it gets exciting at the end. I think a lot of other kids would read it. Kids and adults would like it. I think ages 8-30 mostly would like it. I recommend reading this book as soon as possible.

Can't Get Enough of these Dachshund Tales!
I must admit that I bought this book for my 8 year old son and 6 year old daughter solely because the main character is a dachshund. Both children could not put the book down and have asked me to buy MORE, MORE, MORE of these books. They contain exactly the right mix of scariness and humor for children this age. And I enjoy the stories too!


365 Meditations for Men
Published in Paperback by Dimensions for Living (1998)
Authors: M. R. Howes and James A. Harnish
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365 Meditations for Men
This book is AMAZING. It speaks to the humbling christian and will stir up thoughts in your mind, and will also give you great jump start or ending to each day. If you need to get in the Word, but do not think you have the time, or the committment, this book will help you. Most of the passages can be read in 5 to 10 minuites. It takes an extremly good book for me to rate it as 5 stars so don' tlet my 4 star rating foo you, this book is GREAT!


Doctor Who the Eighties (Doctor Who Series)
Published in Paperback by London Bridge Trade (1997)
Authors: David J. Howe, Mark Stammers, and Stephen James Walker
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THE END OF TIME
This is the thrid and final book in a often detailed and sometime glossy overview of the last decade of the Doctor - the 1980's. The book chronicles the end of Tom Baker as the 4th Doctor and the rise of Peter Davidson as the 5th and the decline and fall of the series with Colin Baker (who in my book was never given the chance or the material to really shine) and Sylvester McCoy. The books gives behind the scenes details into the stories, the people, public intrest (and sometimes disinterest), as well as ending chapters on all the merchandise (with layouts and cool pictures) produced during the 1980's. As a whole the entire collection is a must for every Doctor Who fan, on it's own, the material is solid, well written and worth the price. The only downside perhaps is that the material can get a bit thin in places, and sometimes leaving wanting to know more. But this is not very often. Pick up the 1960's first to really get the full effect.


Eat Your Poison, Dear
Published in Library Binding by Bt Bound (1999)
Author: James Howe
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A poisonously good book!
"Eat Your Poison, Dear" is a great book that I have enjoyed immensely. The story tells about how an entire grade is afflicted with the same sickness, and then reveals the truth behind the disease.

I have enjoyed this book for many reasons. I liked the fact that it was a regular novel that contained a mystery for Sebastian Barth (the main character) to solve. You could follow his lines of reasoning, so you were able to understand how he came across the solution to the poisoning in the school. I also liked the unexpected twist that occurred at the end.

On the whole, it was written well, but it wasn't an absolutely AMAZING book. It was interesting and amusing, and a great book to read for some summer fun.

I'd recommend it for 6th-9th graders.


James Bond Collection: Dr. No/from Russia With Love/Goldfinger (Nova Audio Books)
Published in Audio Cassette by Brilliance Audio (2002)
Authors: John Kenneth, Ian Dr. No Fleming, Ian from Russia With Love Fleming, Ian Goldfinger Fleming, and J. C. Howe
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From Russia with Love
From Russian with Love narrated by an extremely talented voice is well worth the purchase alone. Dr. No didn't quite hold my interest when I tried to listen and I didn't even attempt to listen to Goldfinger but again I highly recommend this for the one tape alone, the Narration is incredible.


Pinky and Rex
Published in Library Binding by Bt Bound (1999)
Authors: James Howe and Melissa Sweet
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Excellent book on resolving conflict!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book with my pre-schooler. I liked how the author gives us two characters who have a lot of differences, yet are such good friends. The names of the main characters also goes beyond what we might typically think of as boy or girl likes and dislikes. For example, the boy's name is Pinky because he likes the color pink, and the girl's name is Rex because that's her favorite dinosaur. The thing I enjoyed most about this book though was that towards the end they come across a problem where only one dinosaur is left to purchase from the museum gift shop. I really liked how these children learned to resolve the problem on their own and did so creatively! What a wonderful lesson for children to learn!


Pinky And Rex And The Bully
Published in Hardcover by Atheneum (01 April, 1996)
Authors: James Howe and Melissa Sweet
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4 1/2* Excellent Book for Elementary School Kids
Billy was nicknamed "Pinky" because of his love for the color; even his stuffed animals have a bit of pink somewhere on them. He's got no problem with the name until a school bully begins taunting him, calling him a girl (generally not received well by seven-year-old boys), and generally intimidating him.

Pinky, wondering if he's too old for such a nickname, decides to change his name back to Billy, and give his beloved animals to his sister. Fortunately, an older neighborhood woman teaches him to accept himself as he is:

"It's hard to be different, isn't it, Billy? ....But, believe me, it's worse not to be yourself. Don't change for other people, Billy. Other people will come and go in your life. Do what's right for the one person who will always be with you--yourself."

Her advise, and some newfound assertion by Billy/Pinky helps him out: "Pinky walked straight up to Kevin and poked him in the chest . . . 'I'm not a sissy and I'm not a girl. And if you think so, it just shows how dumb you are.'" OK, so Pinky gets slightly physical, but, overall, this is a fine book for the bullied--and those who bully them. Forty pages long, with lovely soft color illustrations, a non preachy tone, and a nice inter-generational angle. This book really seems to know the seven- year-old's mind.


Scared Silly: A Halloween Treat
Published in Paperback by Mulberry Books (1998)
Authors: James Howe and Leslie Morrill
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Scared Silly Review by a Parent
This is my 5 year old son's favorite story. He likes me to read it to him and he especially loves the part about the vampire rabbit. It is good, wholesome entertainment and keeps the interest of even my 9 year old.


The Sixth Doctor (Doctor Who the Handbook)
Published in Paperback by London Bridge Mass Market (1994)
Authors: David J. Howe, Mark Stammers, Stephen James Walker, and Carol Publishing Group
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An interesting account of the Colin Baker years
I really found this book interesting from start to finish. There are the usual behind the scenes explanations and in particular the debacle between Michael Grade and the programme is explored in detail.

Personally I found the Colin Baker years some of the most interesting times on Doctor Who. Probably because of when I was growing up I suppose! The stories are described in detail and reviewed by the authors. Revelation of the Daleks (my favourite all time story along with Trial of a Timelord) is chosen for an in-depth analysis.

An interview with Nicola Bryant (Peri) is also included relating to her career and how she saw the character.

It's a good read if you're into the background of the programme.


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