Wooly Broom Goes Skating

An Uncle George Story Book 3

B William Hoolihan, Michael Dorer

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Sabal Palm Press
24 October 2025

Animal stories (Children's&YA); Farm animals (Children's&YA)

Series: Uncle George Stories

Learn how Uncle George taught Wooly Broom how to ice skate. But watch out for Nero the Wolf! Uncle George Stories is a collection of nostalgic stories and letters written by the author's grandfather, Charles Rand, recounting his boyhood adventures in Vanceburg, Kentucky, around the early 20th century. The book is dedicated to the author's mother, Kathryn Rand Hoolihan, and her family. The stories are simple yet vivid, filled with charming tales of rural life, family, and the natural world, including memorable characters like Wooly Broom the bear, Uncle George, and Aunt Hett. The book captures the essence of a bygone era, offering readers a glimpse into a magical world of ice-skating bears, honey-loving dogs, and devious wolves, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Kinniconick Creek. The glossary at the end provides context for terms and places mentioned in the stories, enhancing the reader's understanding of this historical and cultural setting.

By: B William Hoolihan
Cover design or artwork by: Michael Dorer
Imprint: Sabal Palm Press
Edition: Second Printing ed.
Volume: 3
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 318g
ISBN: 9781969718045
ISBN 10: 1969718048
Series: Uncle George Stories
Pages: 36
Publication Date: 24 October 2025
Recommended Age: From 3 to 12 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

B. William Hoolihan was born into a world steeped in storytelling. His grandfather, a masterful teller of tales, grew up in rural Kentucky in the early 1900s. Letters describing his childhood adventures on Uncle George's farm first ignited a passion for storytelling in young Bill. During Bill's formative years, his mother-a single parent and schoolteacher-surrounded him with a vibrant tapestry of adventurous and colorful characters who further inspired him. She nurtured his thirst for adventure by taking him on a journey to the Middle East. Together, they explored the Valley of the Kings, swam in the Dead Sea, and roamed the ancient ruins of the Parthenon. His quest for adventure deepened as he absorbed tales of distant lands and seas, particularly the Caribbean, told by a family friend.These days, Bill can be found cycling through the back roads of Florida, contemplating new stories and adventures to chronicle. If you see him, feel free to say hello, but tread carefully-you might just become a character in his next tale!