Jim Brakken

Note that this is an OUT OF PRINT author's proof copy. To see the final BILLYBOY, THE CORNER BAR BEAR and the other 36 Fairly True tales from up north, go to BadgerValley dot com and click on the book cover. Inside, you'll find 37 wonderful, humorous and serious glimpses into small-town life long ago. This is one of 3 short story collections by James Brakken, award-winning author from Bayfield County, Wisconsin. Collect all 3 and you'll have a blast visiting people and places way back when--if only in these pages. Written for adults but suitable for all ages because of the lack of profanity, gratuitous violence, and sexual conduct. Clean, clever, creative stories, guaranteed to bring a smile or a tear. JB