The Day the Sticks Disappeared

It was a typical Fall day. Or was it? Not one single stick could be found. Two brothers set out to solve the mystery of the missing sticks. Their journey brings them a more magical adventure than they could have ever imagined!

Join two brothers as they search to find out why all of the sticks are missing. They can't imagine playing without sticks, because the sticks are what bring to life their imaginative play. On their journey they run into a mouse, a hare and a fox that are kind enough to help lead them through the forest. They never would have guessed the reason for the disappearance of the sticks. They are faced with the decision to be brave and keep moving forward or to give up on their mission altogether. What will they decide, and will their decision be the right one? The Day the Sticks Disappeared is a story of friendship and overcoming fear. Children and parents alike will love the magical storyline. It is a reminder of the power of the imagination and how it brings things to life! Most of all, children will be reminded that bravery and persistence are rewarded in the end.

Misty Escobar loves fulfilling her lifelong dream of creating new children's books that excite the imagination. She is married to her best friend, Daniel. They live in Virginia with their three children where the numerous forests allow for endless stick adventures with foxes, bears and the like.