The Bremen Town Ghosts

Scary Tales Retold

by Wiley Blevins

Off to Bremen Town go Donkey, Cat, Dog, and Rooster. But music is not on their minds. They're tired of their cruel masters and in search of a better life. Will they find it?

24 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2017

About the author

Wiley Blevins is an American author and educator whose work has had a lasting impact on early literacy and children’s publishing. He began his career as a classroom teacher in the United States and Ecuador before moving into educational publishing, where he spent more than two decades writing and editing reading programs for elementary schools. A specialist in phonics and literacy instruction, he has written numerous books for young readers as well as influential guides for teachers. Blevins has also held senior roles in major publishing houses, most recently serving as Senior Vice President and Associate Publisher at Reycraft Books, a children’s imprint dedicated to authors and illustrators from under-represented communities. Based in New York City since 1995, he continues to write, teach, and consult while pursuing a lifelong passion for travel. His work reflects his commitment to helping children become confident readers and to supporting teachers with practical, classroom-tested materials.

Reviews

[Ophilia Adler · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was ok. Most of the other books in this series are a bit better. I thought the ending came a bit sudden.

[Erin Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a fun book to read with my 2nd graders to discuss “central message!” We all loved this story and found joy in it during our lesson!