Reviews & Praise

“Absolutely splendid writing on every level and Archibald and Jockabeb just may find their way onto the theater screens. Highly Recommended!”

“In the Forest was an exciting and unforgettable book. Anyone who loves a thrilling adventure should give it a try!”

“5.0 out of 5 stars. Great final book in a most incredible series. Great final installment for two boys that have had some of the most incredible adventures ever. Thank you Art Collins for your wonderful imagination.”

“In this creatively structured, wildly inventive inaugural entry in the Archibald and Jockabeb YA series, Collins introduces two boys with restless spirits who explore a serpentine path of excitement during the 1980s. A secret cave draws the curious boys inside and the adventure begins with creatures big and small, kind and antagonistic. There are universal lessons embedded into this story and much can be learned about friendship and family. Finely embellished with charcoal illustrations, this short book is a potent and addictive introductory volume with great promise.”

“Everybody loves adventure. It teaches readers true meaning of friendship, bravery, kindness, and wisdom.”

“This is an enjoyable book. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this novel to kids who like adventure stories.”

“The writing style is mature, but not so complicated that it would challenge a young reader. The pace was fast and there was never a lull in the action. Young readers will enjoy this book and probably ask for the rest in the series.”

“The forest is full of secrets. The farther you wander into it, the more of them you'll discover. In the Forest was an exciting and unforgettable book. Anyone who loves a thrilling adventure should give it a try.”

“The stories were timeless!!! If these are the bedtime stories the author grew up with, I envy his childhood. Full of terrible creatures and friends waiting to be found!”

“Art Collins could have written books on how to run a major corporation – google him and read Wikipedia. But instead he wrote this series of Adventures about young boys, for young boys. I read them so I know what I am sending to my grandsons. I find them gripping! The stories are so well written that I have to assure myself the heroes survive by remembering that there are sequels, so of course they survive. I like that these are set in an era before smartphones and video games, so the kids actually leave the house and have exciting adventures. The family has breakfast and dinner together and actually talks about the day, but the kids can keep secrets too. Gee, those were the days!”