"The next great holiday family classic. Aye, 'tis pirate treasure for sure!" ---Master at Arms Pickering, Pirates of the Treasure Coast
"The humorous antics of Ole White Beard provide a wonderful opportunity to begin a new read-aloud family tradition just as treasured as those shared in the past." ---Patti Fritchie, Ph.D., Reading Specialist
"A marvelous flight of pirate fancy for a noble purpose." ---Sir Peter Anderson, Secretary General, Conch Republic
"Finally I get to combine two of my pleasures---reading aloud to children and talking like a pirate. This book was so much fun to read and act out and as a father of seven I can guarantee it's kid-tested and approved." ---William McKeen, University of Florida, Chair of Journalism
"Sea Dogs and landlubbers of all ages rejoice! A ride aboard the Black Grouse is guaranteed to provide a whale of a good time." ---Edward Hemingway, Author of "Bump in the Night"
"From the crows nest to the keel, Mayor Gonzo Mays has woven a classic tale into a piratical adventure." ---Captain J.R. Jones, The Pirates of the Marquesas
"The most refreshingly original story I have ever had the pleasure of reading aloud. A classic is born!" ---Robert Randolph, Publisher, The Pirate Entertainment Magazine