The Fox and the Grapes

Beth Hughes is the author of "The Fox and the Grapes." Her writing often explores themes of wit and consequence through animal fables. Readers enjoy her clear storytelling and clever observations.

Blake A. Hoena grew up in central Wisconsin, where, in his youth, he wrote stories about robots conquering the Moon and trolls lumbering around in the woods behind his parents house, and the fact that the trolls were hunting for little boys had nothing to do with Blake’s pesky brothers. Later, he moved to Minnesota to pursue a Masters of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Since graduating, Blake has written more than thirty books for children, inclu...

Dean Jones is known for his classic fable, The Ant and the Grasshopper. His work often shares timeless lessons through engaging animal stories.