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The Desert Store Series
The Desert Store Series (7-Book Collection) By Patsy Stanley — Blue WaterCress Ink: Books with Soul and Spark In the wide, quiet stretch of the New Mexico desert, an old white church has been turned into a small store—simple, weathered, and sitting on land that holds something unseen. People find it when they need it most. They come and go—good people, each carrying their stories. Not flashy. Not loud. But real. The kind of goodness that sees deeper, feels stronger, and refuses to turn away from what matters. They build lives. They leave. They return. And somehow… they are always drawn back to the store. At the center are Cowboy Johnson and William the Dude, along with a growing circle of wounded healers, artists, fighters, mothers, wanderers, and misfits. Each one is changed by the store—and by each other. What begins as a place of refuge becomes something more. A gathering point. A testing ground. A call. Because beyond the ordinary world, something is shifting. A quiet war is forming—Good against a darker, older, Evil that is determined to take hold. These men and women, misfits with nothing but their quirks, insight, courage, and hard-earned wisdom, will stand together. No guns. No ammunition. Only what they carry within them. And what they have learned from nature. Across seven books, their lives intertwine—through love, loss, truth, and transformation—until each must decide who they are, what they stand for, and how far they’re willing to go for the light. Because the Desert Store was never just a place. It was a beginning.
- Cowboy Johnson's Desert Oasis
- The Red Cactus Desert
- The Three Cactus Limbo
- Susan Sugar Diamond
- The Red Cactus Orphanage
- Manfred's Folly
- The Points of Light
Christmas Books
The Christmas Stories Collection By Patsy Stanley — Blue WaterCress Ink: Books with Soul and Spark There’s something about Christmas that invites a little extra magic… and a lot of laughter. In this delightful collection of holiday stories, Patsy Stanley blends warmth, humor, and imagination into tales filled with mischievous elves, unexpected surprises, and the comforting smell of cookies fresh from the oven. These are not quiet, polished Christmas stories. They are lively. A little crooked. Full of heart—and just enough mischief to keep things interesting. From grumpy mountains to stubborn characters, from odd happenings to joyful turnarounds, each story carries the spirit of Christmas in its own unique way—reminding us that wonder doesn’t have to be perfect to be real. Written from a genuine love of the season, these stories celebrate the small moments, the laughter, and the magic that shows up when we least expect it. Because at Christmas…anything can happen—especially when imagination is invited in. Perfect for readers ages 6 to 106—and for anyone who believes a good story and a warm cookie can fix just about anything.
- Christmas Stories from The Crones Castle
- Big Al's Christmas Wedding
- A Frost and Tumble Peak Christmas
- The Bakers Christmas Wedding
- George Yodelsteen and Yodel Peak Mountain
- Grimy Toes McGrumpy
- The Christmas Standoff at Moose Hollow
The Ridiculous Tales Collection
The Ridiculous Tales Collection (For Brave Young Readers) By Patsy Stanley — Blue WaterCress Ink: Books with Soul and Spark These are not quiet little stories. They are loud. A little weird. And full of the kinds of things young readers secretly love—body noises, odd creatures, crooked love stories, and characters who don’t quite fit anywhere… until they do. Inside this illustrated collection, you’ll wander into the world of The Dreadful Noises of Landoshar, where mysterious sounds rumble, pop, and echo—and where learning to laugh at the body’s strangest moments becomes part of growing up. You’ll meet Billy Silly Beak, who falls head-over-feathers in love with Pearl, the purple-eared bird girl—proving that even the most awkward hearts can find their match. And you’ll step into the curious kitchen of Chef Pepper King, whose unexpected love for Sir Basil Soupstone turns into something far more meaningful than a meal. And , there are more short stories in single file, like Laundromat Girl and The Rebel Bedats. These stories are funny, a little messy, and surprisingly thoughtful—written for readers who are growing, changing, and figuring themselves out. Because somewhere between the weird, the loud, and the ridiculous… there’s something real. For readers ages 10 to 18—and for anyone who still laughs at the wrong things at the right time.
- Billy Silly Beak and Pearl, The Purple Eared Bird Girl
- Chef Pepper King and Sir G. Soupstone in The Case of the Disappearing Spy Cat
- The Dreadful Noises Of Landoshar
- The Rebel Bedats
- Laundromat Girl
Toy Car Series
Toy Car Series By Patsy Stanley — Blue WaterCress Ink: Books with Soul and Spark The toy car stories were born in small, beautiful moments of childhood. Inspired by the days spent watching her son—and later her grandson—lost in the world of their toy cars, Patsy Stanley brings those memories to life in this charming and heartfelt series. In garages, on living room floors, and along imaginary roads that stretch far beyond the edge of a rug, toy cars come alive after hours. They form friendships, go on daring rescues, solve mysteries, and sometimes get into just a little bit of trouble. Each story captures the spirit of boyhood play—where a simple car becomes a hero, a journey, a whole world. Filled with adventure, humor, and heart, these tales celebrate imagination, loyalty, and the quiet magic of growing up. Because long after the toys are put away…the memories keep rolling. For readers ages 6 to 106—and for anyone who remembers the sound of little wheels on the floor.
- Minnow Minnowfin and the Missing Hood Ornament
- Minnow Minnowfin's Christmas Tune-up
- Minnow Minnowfin's Snowstorm Rescue
Illustrated Children's Books
Children’s Stories Collection By Patsy Stanley — Blue WaterCress Ink: Books with Soul and Spark These are stories for little ones—and for the grown-ups who read to them. Filled with gentle adventures, playful characters, and simple, easy-to-follow tales, Patsy Stanley’s illustrated children’s books are made for young readers just beginning to discover the joy of stories. Each book is lovingly illustrated and written with care—using clear language, soft humor, and just enough imagination to spark wonder without overwhelming young minds. You’ll find friendly creatures, small surprises, and comforting moments that invite children to listen, look, and smile. These are stories meant to be read aloud. Stories to be held, shared, and remembered. Because the first stories a child hears…stay with them forever. Perfect for toddlers and early readers—and for anyone who believes in gentle beginnings.
- The Whuzzles
- The Skaters
- The Blue Rubber Albatross
- Tom the owl
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The Chrome and Coffee Car Series
The Chrome and Coffee Series is a nostalgic collection of gentle, heartwarming stories where vintage automobiles become the unexpected keepers of memories. Set against the warmth of small towns, local garages, familiar coffee shops, old records, and roads filled with memories, each story follows a beloved classic vehicle and the people whose lives become connected to it. A forgotten song, an old friendship, a mysterious discovery, or a holiday emergency can open the door to a story that has been waiting for decades to be remembered. From Butter Bean, a beloved 1961 Chevy Bel Air quietly waiting in a farmer's garage, to Chili Bean, Santa's spirited 1958 Ford F-150 pickup, the cars of the series each have their own personality and history. They carry more than passengers—they carry pieces of the past. Across the series, readers will find local mysteries, old friendships, classic cars, vintage music, coffee, family memories, humor, and moments of rediscovery. Some stories reach back sixty-five years or more. Others bring the magic of the past into the present in unexpected ways. At the heart of The Chrome and Coffee Series is a simple idea: some stories never really disappear. They simply wait for someone to find them again. With its blend of nostalgia, gentle mystery, vintage Americana, music, and sentimental storytelling, The Chrome and Coffee Series invites readers to slow down, turn up an old song, pour a cup of coffee, and take a ride down memory road. Because sometimes, the most meaningful journeys begin with an old car, a forgotten song, and a story that still has something left to say.
• Butter Bean and the Song of 1961
• zippy snap bean and the dancing queen
• chili bean and santa's doo-wop christmas
Little Drought Stories
The Little Drought Stories By Patsy Stanley — Blue WaterCress Ink: Books with Soul and Spark Not all droughts are mean. Some are just… mistaken. In these whimsical, heart-tugging tales, the droughts that wander into the land aren’t always villains—they’re often small, confused, and a little too curious for their own good. What begins as trouble—dry rivers, wilting fields, grumbling creatures—turns out to be something else entirely. An innocent mistake. A lesson waiting to be learned. A bit of mischief that nature knows how to set right. With the help of unexpected heroes, talking winds, clever creatures, and the quiet wisdom of the natural world, each drought is met not with force—but with understanding, patience, and just the right nudge in the right direction. These stories are funny, gentle, and full of heart—reminding readers that even the biggest problems can come from the smallest misunderstandings……and that nature, in its own way, always knows how to heal what’s gone a little wrong. For readers ages 6 to 106—because even grown-ups can forget how simple some truths can be.
- The Great and Most Horrible Little Drought
- The Most Grumpy Little Drought
- Whisperdust, The Wandering Drought
Chirpy and Cheep Series
Chirpy and Cheep Cheep Series Two urban birds. One very unfortunate set of dentures. Chirpy and Cheep Cheep know every corner of their neighborhood. Life is simple and good until Chirpy takes an unexpected detour to Montana and returns home wearing a giant set of false teeth. Cheep Cheep is shocked. Chirpy is strangely proud. And now that he has teeth, Chirpy starts thinking about becoming a carnivore. Then the dentures return. And this time, they want more. Funny, strange, and delightfully absurd, these stories explore what happens when life takes an unexpected turn and when a bird with a mouthful of teeth decides to change his diet. Perfect for readers ages 6 to 106 who love laughter, unlikely adventures, and birds with very bad ideas.
- Chirpy and Cheep Cheep in Chirpy's Montana Adventure
- Chirpy and Cheep Cheep in the Dentures of Doom
Native American Stories
Red Leaf and The Green Mountain Shaman Two Short Stories by Patsy Stanley — Blue WaterCress Ink: Books with Soul and Spark These stories were not imagined. They were lived. For thirteen years, I returned to the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota—spending weeks learning, observing, and participating in sacred ways of life. Through Sun Dance, sweat lodge and vision quest and the everyday rhythms of the people, I was allowed to stand near traditions that are rarely explained and never taken lightly. These short stories are not teachings claimed or lessons owned. They are reflections—of moments, of people, of presence. Through the voices of Red Leaf and the Green Mountain Shaman, and others who have walked those paths, the reader is invited into a world where spirit is not separate from life. These two short stories are shared with deep respect. They do not represent or attempt to explain the full depth of Lakota or Native American spiritual traditions. They are personal reflections of time spent in proximity to these practices and people, and are offered in humility, not authority.
- Red Leaf
- The Green Mountain Shaman
Other Titles
Emerald Hawks Flight
An Older Wine