Inspiring Tales for Young Readers
Read a series of whimsical articles on a variety of topics written by characters from R. S. Markel’s novels for children.
Author: Swinston Greetings Dear Friends, I am honored to have this opportunity to share a few words on the subject of civility, a subject I believe from time to time requires some consideration. Indeed, among my friends and neighbors on The Farm any mention of the matter (often during the course of more vigorous conversations) …
In interview format with R. S. Markel and guest interviewee Lillybeth. Lillybeth, our young feathered protagonist from the The Farm, generously agreed to be interviewed by R. S. Markel on the topic of female characters and role models in books and stories. When first asked if she would contribute an editorial on the subject, busy …
We may have a certain privilege here on The Farm, for living in such a land of rich earth and plentiful rain we need not go in search of the basic necessities of life. Yet, no matter where life holds fast, stagnation has little opportunity to set in. There is always an ebb and flow …
If I may, I wish to answer a few questions I have once or twice been asked by those here on The Farm who are more curious of mind (for by now we residents have certainly become aware of the continued chronicling of our adventures). The question I have been asked most frequently are: For …
As I am frequently engaged in conversations regarding matters of great importance, at least to myself and to my friends, and even, I should say, some matters of deep triviality, I possess a certain level of familiarity with events on The Farm. As a result I am often asked such questions such as: Have you …