Have I got a Story for You!
THERE ONCE WAS a little boy named Tony who loved eating balony.
He loved it so much that his brother called him "Tony Balony!"
Tony's best bud is his dog named Cookie.
They play fun games in their upstairs nookie.
They have many stories to share with you;
about sprinkles and tinkles and an untied shoe!
They learn to rake leaves, go to school and make friends.
With Tony and Cookie, the adventures never end!
Tony and Cookie hope you enjoy these tales they're telling to you, and hope you never stop imagining all the things you can do!
Cartoon Just Released!
In this heartwarming episode of Tony Balony, Tony's infectious enthusiasm leads his family on an adventurous journey through town, where he becomes smitten with a pup named Cookie. After convincing his parents to bring Cookie home, Tony embraces the responsibilities of pet ownership. However, a mischievous escapade causes Cookie to briefly go missing, prompting a determined rescue mission. Tony's unwavering promise to care for Cookie forever resonates deeply as he and his pup are joyfully reunited, showcasing the enduring bond between a boy and his furry friend. This enchanting tale celebrates promises, responsibility, and the profound companionship of a beloved pet.
Tony Walker reads to his two grandchildren, Scout & Ivy.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
I was born to loving parents in 1960. Those were very simple times then - fun times for sure! As a kid growing up in the 1960s, and yes, even today, I've always enjoyed using my imagination to create visuals for myself, loved ones, and yes, for the many clients I continue to serve.
As a financial advisor with four published books to my name, I thought now was the time to focus on the next generation of adults, those who are still kids. Thats why I created the character - a very real representation of my childhood and the fun I had - called Tony Balony. I got the idea to write this book as I told stories to my two grandchildren, Scout and Ivy. While most of the stories were made-up adventures of my childhood, I noted their fascination and their desire to hear more. With this in mind, I decided to share some of these same stories with you so that you might read them to your children and grandchildren.
Not only will you find these stories fun to read, but I assure you that they will challenge the imagination of your children and grandchildren, to explore their own God-given imaginations and all the possibilities that exist for them, both now and as they enter adulthood.
Most importantly, these stories remind us all to have fun along the way and never stop imagining ... I hope you enjoyed the book!
- Tony Walker
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Tony, brother Marty and Cookie – 1965 (Lexington, KY)
Tony’s dog Cookie chilling out in 1965.
Reviews
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Fun & Lighthearted
This is a very fun, and light hearted Childrens book. The illustrations are cute and well done! My 18 month old really enjoys this book!Whitney B.
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Entertaining & Educational
The book is not only entertaining, but educational while being read by a parent or grandparent to a child. The text of the book corresponds to the pictures which in themselves will quickly grab a child's attention.Amazon Customer
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Absolutely Love It
Our two girls absolutely love it! The stories are so much fun to read and they love to find Cookie on each page. If you have young kids or grandkids - you'll always be able to break this book out for some fun and laughs.Trey J.
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Real-Life Experiences
According to the author, this is a “very real representation of my childhood and the fun I had”. He goes on to say that he “got the idea to write this book as I told stories to my two grandchildren”. I love this idea and reading this book to my grandchildren will prompt stories of my own childhood to share. Sometimes all that is needed is a small push and this book will help me as I try to connect with them.The author tries to maintain a rhyming pattern in the stories. At times, this causes him to choose words that I think might be above the comprehension level of his audience. The rhymes are interesting, but I think getting the message across is more important.
The stories run the gamut of childhood experiences. They are real (sometimes too real) and deal with real-life experiences with which all children and adults can identify. That makes the book more interesting and, at least in my case, prompts the reader to remember similar stories in their own lives.
I salute Walker on this book and look forward to following his lead as I share stories with my grandchildren.
Tom L. Law, III
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A great first book for children
This hard cover book is just plain fun, and a great book for parents and grandparents to read to youngsters. Written by a grandfather inspired by his own granddaughters, and illustrated by Chuck Jones, the book is a series of two page long stories in poetry that are fun to read out loud and give clever lessons in everything from getting a dog or going to school to having an accident and learning to swim. A great book for librarians to read to children’s groups, s groups, and easy enough to pick up for one nighttime story of two minutes or five stories or more for longer reading periods.The poetry is silly and far fetched at times, but bound to create streams of laughter and fun. A great first book for children by a financial advisor with adult books to his credit.
Muriel J. Smith
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Great for Bedtime Reading
Are you looking for short stories to read with your youngsters? The adventures of Tony Balony and Cookie are short, easy to read stories, great for bedtime reading. Be inspired to share stories from your own youth, and to encourage your children to tell their own.A Net In Time
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Rhyming & Illustrations
This is the first book with more than two sentences a page that my son has been glued to - I think it's a combination of the rhyming and the illustrations.Jaime
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