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A scrappy groundhog must work with humans and forecast lightning strikes to save his home from an eco-supervillain planning to pulp entire national forests with giant, robotic milling snakes. During Jet’s first garden raid, his father is shot by their human neighbor, Mr. Trapper. Jet loses hearing in one ear and escapes alone over the electric fence, which scars his paws but gives him the unique ability to forecast lightning, in addition to supercharging his other weather-forecasting abilities. Jet vows to avenge his father, and, at the burrow security trials, he strives to win Head of Burrow Security so he can lead the groundhog community to war against Trapper. However, he finishes second to his brother Sonny when delayed at the course’s Listening Lanes. But when Jet ventures into the woods one foggy night, he learns his human neighbor is the least of his concern. Jet stumbles upon an evil genius demonstrating his secret, illegal logging plan to plunder Jet's home and the surrounding national forests with giant, mechanical snakes. One snake grinds trees into pulp and the other drills tunnels to send the pulp to the mill. To make matters worse, Jet is discovered and attacked by the Snake Saw 6000! Will Jet escape to warn his community? If he does, will they believe him? And even if they do, how will they be able to stop giant, robotic snakes?
- Sales Rank: #1836033 in eBooks
- Published on: 2016-01-24
- Released on: 2016-01-24
- Format: Kindle eBook
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"...Groundhogs: The Supercharged Forecaster, is a fast-paced and exciting tale that will thrill children of all ages. The author's plot blends animal rights and environmental concerns with the fantasy, science fiction and coming of age genres into a rousing tale about one small groundhog cub's fight to save his community from bulldozers and worse...I loved this book! It's intelligent and filled with wisdom, but those aspects never get in the way of a fun-filled action and suspense tale. Groundhogs...is most highly recommended. Bravo!" - Readers' Choice Review 1-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"Groundhogs...is one big fun adventure from start to finish. The clever and funny terms such as 'Sniff-N-Gnaw Snake Pit' and 'Warning Whistle Climb', coupled with the engaging prose and eye catching illustrations...even I as an adult found the story highly entertaining. I also like the way the environmental message is presented through the plot, making it easy to understand as well as making kids think about taking care of nature while having fun with Jet's adventure. Young readers will definitely root for this brave groundhog in his quest to save his home. All in all, author Jared Lillis has done a really excellent job here. Groundhogs...is imaginative, and a clever way to teach children about the importance of taking care of the environment...I highly recommend this book to my fellow readers, especially parents and teachers." -Readers' Choice Review 2-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"Groundhogs: The Supercharged Forecaster is such a cute children's story. And yet it isn't just a story for children. Parents will love the positive messages that Lillis promotes. Groundhogs include interesting topics for children like animals, forests, nature, preservation, and conservation. I also liked the way Lillis described the relationship between the animals and humans. I thought it was interesting and well-written how that relationship changed when the mechanical snakes came into the story. This is a very well thought out and entertaining story that children will absolutely fall in love with." -Readers' Choice Review 3-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"Groundhogs is a funny and clever story that readers of all ages will love! Lillis wrote such a wonderfully witty story, with vibrant, over the top characters that young readers especially will enjoy. I loved the idea of bringing these animal creatures to life and educating young readers while entertaining them at the same time (so much that they don't even realize they are learning!). I liked the fact that Jet had to band with his fellow groundhogs to fight off an enemy that was trying to destroy his home, and I liked the environmental issues that Lillis was able to throw into this story as well." -Readers' Choice Review 4-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"Jared Lillis' Groundhogs: The Supercharged Forecaster is action packed from page one...entertaining and imaginative. Lillis has a creativity that is perfect for this age group and target audience. The writing is funny and clever, and kids will love all of the antics of sweet and energetic Jet. But this story is also educational and teaches children about the importance of protecting the environment. So parents and adults will love this book, too. It is a great story to read together and start a dialogue about animals versus humans, and what we should and shouldn't do when it comes to nature and our place in it. Thank you, Jared Lillis, for opening up these channels of conversation!" -Readers' Choice Review 5
From the Author
Author Interview: Jared Lillis, by Author/Blogger J. Evan Stuart------------------------------------------------------------------Stuart: Tell us a little bit about yourself. Lillis: I have an art degree and, in recent years, added writing and animation programs to my education. However, I have worked with children for most of my career--formerly at a YMCA and currently in the field of mental health at a pediatric clinic. With my children's book I was able to combine my creative arts pursuits with my love for kids.Stuart: What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it? Lillis: My book is titled Groundhogs: The Supercharged Forecaster. My idea was to take this fun legend of weather-forecasting groundhogs to the extreme. Stuart: How would you categorize your book? Lillis: The book is a middle-grade action/adventure/fantasy/sci-fi story sprinkled with humor. It has a Stuart Little flavor to it, not that any mice or groundhogs actually get eaten.Stuart: Introduce us to your series character(s) or lead protagonist(s). Lillis: The hero of my story is a groundhog named Jet. Humans become his enemy when a traumatic event occurs while he is still a cub. This event also leads to the advancement of his forecasting abilities far beyond those of any other groundhog in his community. When a down and out weatherman named Heath Waverly comes along, Jet's views of humans are tested. He must decide whether or not to use his weather-forecasting abilities to save humans from natural disasters. The eco-supervillain, Forrest Cutler, makes Jet's decision especially difficult by attempting to destroy Jet's home.Stuart: What is it about these character(s) that appeal to you as a writer? Lillis: These characters are appealing because they must stand strong, both mentally and physically, to overcome great hardships and tragedy. Their courage and moral character is tested to the limits as they find their path to forgiveness of themselves and their enemies.Stuart: How did the book come to be titled? Or, how does the title relate to the story? Lillis: Due to the fact that I envision this story as the first in a series, I decided on a general title which provides a feel for the whole series, and a subtitle which identifies the big idea or hook of the first story.Stuart: Tell us more about the cover design. How involved were you with creating the cover? Lillis: I created the cover illustration for the book. It features Jet in a lightning storm facing off with the giant, robotic milling snakes which are intended to be used by the villain to wipe out national forests, starting with Jet's home. I also drew fun chapter-heading artwork, as well as character designs on the back cover.Stuart: Tell us something about your book that isn't mentioned in the synopsis. Lillis: This book involves powerful messages about forgiveness and the value of every individual without coming off as preachy. The environmental theme snuck up on me, as well. I didn't realize I had an eco-friendly story until an editor suggested I promote this aspect. My response was to print the book and companion school supplies on wheat-straw paper from Jeff Golfman and Woody Harrelson's company, Prairie Paper, Inc..Stuart: Give us a summary of your book in a tweet. Lillis: A scrappy groundhog must work with humans and forecast lightning strikes to save his home from an eco-supervillain planning to pulp entire national forests with giant, robotic milling snakes.Stuart: How much of your experience is in your book/series? Lillis: This book comes mostly from my imagination rather than experience, with the notable exception that everyone faces the decision to either forgive those who have hurt us or hold grudges against them. And, as in my story, my experience has proven that peace comes by forgiveness. Stuart: Describe your writing process. Lillis: I start by developing a high concept, then appealing characters, followed by a plot outline I call the "nine necessary" story points. Only after this is solid will I start writing a rough draft. I teach this method in a youth writing program offered for free by my publishing company.Stuart: Describe your writing environment. Lillis: Very simple. Just me at home on my computer with no white noise...or any other color of noises.Stuart: How much research did you put into your book/series? Lillis: For a children's book titled Groundhogs there was a surprising amount of research that went into it. For example, I had to study photos in order to draw them accurately, including their four digits on their forepaws, and their five-digit hind paws. I also looked into their environments before I decided that the edge of a forest by a small town would be realistic. I researched all natural predators of groundhogs. Snakes were among them, which helped me decide on giant, mechanical snakes as the best creature to harvest trees and threaten Jet. There are also peculiar groundhog behaviors. Some people may know that groundhogs really do whistle to warn their family of predators, but who knew their young are called cubs, or that they can actually climb trees? I sure didn't. Then there is the subject of bionics. Dr. Drizzlen, the bionics scientist who helps Jet defeat the enemy, has gadgets galore. I needed to gain a basic understanding of the subject to explain how his futuristic devices operated.Stuart: What are your hobbies, interests outside of writing? Do any of these activities find their way into your books? Lillis: My interests and career definitely influence my writing. I can learn behaviors of kids while working at my pediatric clinic, and my experience with art and animation help me create a highly-visual storytelling experience.Stuart: What is the best advice received as an author? What is the harshest criticism? What have you learned, or can learn, from either? Lillis: The best advice I have received is to keep striving for something better. Whether it be a story concept, an act, or a scene. There is always a way to make it better. This is why I value getting many critiques and making several revisions before calling a story finished. The harshest criticism may be more directed to my chosen subject matter than my writing itself. It's the idea that children's books are somehow less important than stories for adults. I completely disagree. My purpose is not only to entertain, but to influence my readers to make good choices in life. I think we can all agree that it is much easier to make a positive impact on youth than adults. It's safe to say the next title in my series will not be Fifty Shades of Groundhogs. Stuart: What advice might you give aspiring authors? Lillis: Never give up on your dreams. This is a common phrase, but is very true. Writing is often a long and challenging process, but great stories, like anything else of real value, take time to develop. And in today's market, no one can prevent you from becoming a published author except yourself. Stuart: What kinds of books did you read as a child? Did the genre you read most influence your decision to become an author of the kind of books you write today? Lillis: I remember Dr. Seuss books the most, but it wasn't books that influenced me to become an author of children's books. It was the children I have worked with over my career. When I pick up a picture book in a roomful of rowdy preschoolers and they calm down and converge on me to hear me read it, that shows me the power kid's books can have.Stuart: Do you have any favorite characters, and if so, what is it about them that appeals to you? Lillis: In general, my favorite characters are those who start at rock bottom and don't quit until they find a way to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds to reach the top--without resorting to immoral behavior to get there. This is the type of person we need more of in the real world, as well.
About the Author
Jared Lillis has worked with children and youth for most of his career, including at a YMCA, a pediatric clinic, and church. From a very early age he knew he wanted to be an artist, but only in recent years did he decide he also wanted to be a writer. Throughout middle school, high school, and college he dreaded writing assignments...especially the long ones. In his thirties he realized that it would be great to create artwork and stories. He now loves writing and hopes to help youth realize the value of developing writing skills by mentoring tweens and teens as they write their very own novels. Through his youth writing program and publishing company, students can overcome the fear of writing and work toward the publication of their novels. Jared also hopes to make an impact on the environment by publishing the print version of his novel, along with themed school supplies, on wheat-straw paper.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
A Romping Adventure Kids Will Love
By Deb Peterson
From the first paragraphs, our scrappy groundhog hero, Jet, leads us on a high-energy, romping adventure through the Garden of Dangers into the world of humans determined to save his family and community from loggers. Kids will fear for and cheer for Jet as he becomes a remarkably accurate forecaster, faces humans and machines, makes some surprising friends and allies, and saves the family and friends he loves. This is a clever, funny, and imaginative story kids will love as they learn a little about the importance of protecting our environment.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
... for several years so I wasn't surprised at the excellent writing and illustrations in this book
By Arkypam
We have known the author for several years so I wasn't surprised at the excellent writing and illustrations in this book. The young and the young-at-heart will enjoy the adventures and perils of Jet, the Groundhog. I forwarded my copy to my 11-year-old grandson who is lover of all things nature-related and he enjoyed it as much as I did. All ages will be entertained and instructed by this book. I recommend without reservation.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
Book has a great deal of information...
By Amazon Customer
There is quite a bit of information...but I purchased it for my 2nd grader, for a quick topical book to complete a challenge. I was a bit disappointed because it is definitely for an older age group, BUT that is my fault for not checking it out more carefully before purchasing.
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