Books by Barbara Williamson

This is a children's book. It is a morality tale that teaches children that people should be judged on their character, not on how much money they have, where they live or what kind of car they drive.In the story, two characters that have nothing in common and would probably never meet in a regular social setting are thrust into a relationship due to a minor car accident.Before the characters meet they are struggling with their individual identities and the expectations society has on them. One character, Mr. Goodfriend, a tall and lanky starving-artist type is trying to keep his head above water, make a decent living and has just saved enough money to buy a used, but reliable, compact car. The other character, Mr. Beemy, is a tiny, portly, well-to-do gentleman caught up in all of the trappings that come with a life in the upper echelon, including the fancy automobile.The reader soon becomes aware of the juxtaposition of a tall man crammed into a tiny car and a small man riding around in a huge luxury car and the silliness involved in trying to conform to what society deems to be appropriate behavior based on social class. Additionally, the reader realizes that how people treat one another is what is truly important.After the fender bender the characters have a chance to share conversation, food and have an epiphany. Why not be comfortable in one's own skin, and one's own car for that matter? The two trade cars, become comrades and realize that put together their last names are: BE MY GOOD FRIEND.

Sparino De Birdarack tells his bird buddy, Moe Zambeek, that he would like to write beautiful poems and love songs, and to someday share them with someone special. Being an unattractive bird, he finds his place hosting Squawk Talk, a morning radio show, where he is able to share his talents without having to be seen. Sprain's radio personality wins the hearts of his coworkers at the mill, especially one in particular; a cute little chick, Kelly Winger, that works in the fountain called "e;The Best Nest Yet."e; Kelly, who is very shy, couldn't imagine someone like a radio personality paying attention to her. With the encouragement from her friend, Mag Pie, Kelly sends a note to the radio station asking Sparino to meet her for cake. As Moe and Sparino sit for lunch, Kelly sends over a seed cake. Kelly and Magi join Moe and Sparino. The reader will be surprised at the chain of events that takes place. Sparino soon finds out that his poetry has won the heart of a special someone. Once again proving, never judge a book by its cover.