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2020 | Children
Larry is a ten-year-old boy growing up on his family’s dairy farm in 1970. While he loves cows and horses as much as the next farm boy, his true passion is flying. His dad owns an airplane. Whenever he gets a chance, Larry goes out with his dad for flying lessons.
Larry jumps at the chance to fly with Dad to an old hunting cabin in the Adirondacks. When they get there, though, an accident occurs. They’re miles from civilization and with no neighbors in sight. It will be up to Larry to fly them both home – if he can muster the courage to do it.
Jordan Elizabeth Mierek
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| Published by | Wicked Lace Press |
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This short story loosely reflects Lawrence Mierek's childhood. As a teenager, his father taught him to fly a plane on the airstrip behind their barn. The narrative is likely an imagined scenario, placing a young boy in a precarious situation, which many children would not have the means to solve. Only through extreme determination and courage is Larry able to rescue his father.
Larry, Bush Pilot is a short story intended for primary school children. The few illustrations between chapters make it an appropriate step between picture books and teenage novels. Larry's life on the farm allows modern children to learn about the world before digital technology and the importance of a family working together. The story also tells the reader that if they believe in themselves and their abilities, they can achieve great things.
Jordan Mierek has stepped into the world of children's literature and proved that she is more than capable of writing for several age groups. Larry, Bush Pilot is the first in a series called Flying Acres, and we look forward to joining Larry on his next adventure.