I just recently read the preview of this book and found myself bent double in laughter. Only so far into the story I found myself immediately attatched and wanting more. I definetly enjoyed reading what I did, and although I wish I could buy the book, I am in a position where I am not able to. Best of luck to this splendid, humorous, author!

Either he tells the story in verse or in prose, Harry E. Gilleland Jr. is a master of storytelling. The author who entertains and enlightens us with his poems and storoems in poetry collections like Poetry for the Common Man and Gilleland Poetry, does it again-this time with a short novella, Bob the Dragon Slayer, a read for both children and adults.
No matter our age, we all love to hear a good story, especially when it has the magical power of a fairy-tale-to release our minds from the daily frustrations and worries and allow our thoughts the much needed rest, transporting us to a world we can only reach in our imagination. That-and much more-is what Gilleland offers us in his novella. In Bob the Dragon Slayer the author doesn't create only that magical, fairy-tale of world, but he also sets us on our way to that far-far away place and time through the perfect family get-together setting and the loving voice of a grandparent that takes us along to a magic world-Bob's world-of dragons and kingdoms, princesses and true love, and heroes.
Bob the Dragon Slayer is a story to read. Even more, it is a story to listen to, in a campfire-like setting. The magic of the novella doesn't stay only in the author's gift of storytelling or in the world it paints for us, where the truth always win; the real magic resides in the similarities between the fairy-tale and our contemporary reality. The story of Bob the Dragon Slayer gives us a safe, loving feeling as it gathers us together, as friends and family and loved ones, around the story and storyteller.
While the young readers-or listeners, for that matter-follow Bob's story and his adventures as he fights for freedom and true love, the rest of us may see themselves in one or more of the characters in Bob's story. After all, Bob is a modern name. It can be anybody-the boy next door, the neighbor across the street, the classmate, or the new shy colleague who shares our office.
We all have to struggle with today's dragons in pursue of our goals and dreams. Bob's story-of winning his life's battles while pursuing his dreams and making them reality-can happen to every one of us. All we have to do is take the Dragon Slayer's example and never give up... and that we learn by reading Bob the Dragon Slayer's extraordinary story.

"Bob the Dragon Slayer" will tickle your funny bone and intrige your mind. You will not be dissappointed in reading this wonderful tale of "Bob the Dragon Slayer," as he takes on dragons and rescues damsels. Bob is a harty lad that will keep you smiling as you read each page of his story and endless adventures. This is a must read for anyone young, old or inbetween.



Reviewer:Mrs.Bonnie Florea is a published poet, web columnist and freelance writer of articles on various subjects. She has had two books of poetry published, the first one "Shades of Gray" self-published and the second "Uncovering My Eyes" by a traditional publisher. http://localbizalliance.com/bkflorea/shadesofgray.html

Bob the Dragon Slayer entertains, brings laughs, and is thoroughly enjoyable.

Fun and quick read! Very charming story, well written, and interesting characters. A must have!

Fun and quick read! Very charming story, well written, and interesting characters. A must have!