Come Home, Papa Jed!: Bear Adventures in the Smoky Mountains

Uh-oh! Papa Jed Bear has been out fishing for far too long, and Mama Daisy Bear, along with cubbies Huck and Lily, are starting to worry. As the sun dips low over the Smoky Mountains, the bear family sets out on a search. Along the way, they help other forest friends, and soon all the critters rally to join the effort. Together, they vow to find Jed and bring him safely home to his family. Join this heartwarming adventure filled with friendship, teamwork, and the beautiful wilderness of the Smokies! In this story, you'll encounter many familiar furry, feathered, and leathery faces, representing the magnificent wildlife of the Smoky Mountains.

This book was inspired by a profoundly meaningful and almost sacred day the author spent in the mountains, where she encountered an extraordinary array of wildlife. Years ago, she crafted it as a beautiful fairy tale, which was featured on a website where it resonated with readers. Recently, she was inspired to expand it into this stunning publication, which has since won the Literary Titan Gold Book Award.