Quirky Tails

Paul Jennings's 'Quirky Tails' is a collection of nine imaginative short stories known for their unique blend of humor, the bizarre, and often darker themes. While presented with a quirky, engaging style, many stories delve into topics like death, grief, bullying, and psychological manipulation, making them more suitable for late elementary to middle school readers. Parents should be aware that some tales, like 'A Dozen Bloomin' Roses' and 'No Is Yes,' contain significant emotional depth and potentially disturbing elements, offering excellent opportunities for discussion about consequences, morality, and perception. It's a fantastic choice for children who enjoy a bit of a spooky thrill and a good laugh, often within the same story.

Quirky? You can say that again . . . I have an eye on my finger and a little face in my throat. I start to cry. Tears fall down my face. And down my finger. The eye on my finger is shedding tears too. You'll be speechless. A strangling rose. A ghost chicken. A tiny hole for a mouth. A living copy - of yourself. Football toads.