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Awards and Honors for "An Angry Drum Echoed"
2008 Georgia Author of the Year Award in the Young Adult Category.
2008 Silver Medal Winner! Independent Publisher Book Awards South East Regional Fiction category.
2008 ForeWord Magazine's "Book of the Year Award" Historical Fiction Finalist.
2008 Southern Independent Book Sellers Alliance (SIBA) Book Award nominee.
2007 USA Book News Best Book Award Finalist in the Multicultural Fiction and Literature category.
Awards and Honors for "Neptune's Honor"
2008 Mom's Choice Awards Finalist (Silver: Historical Fiction) in the Young Adult book category.
2006 Winner Georgia Author of the Year Awards-Children's/Young Adult Literature.
2006 Independent Publishers Awards "IPPY" Finalist in the Multicultural Children's Category.
2006 Southern Independent Book Sellers Alliance (SIBA) Book Award Children's nominee.
Awards and Honors for "Hello, Goodbye, I Love You"
2008 Mom's Choice Awards Finalist (Silver: Fiction) in the Juvenile Level 2 (ages 9-12) book category.
2008 Zaner-Bloser will use excerpts from "Hello, Goodbye, I Love You" in the Pupil's Edition and Teacher's Edition of its "Voices: Identity Awareness" project which is scheduled for publication in May, 2008.
2007 Harcourt Assessment and the Florida State Department of Education will use portions of "Hello, Goodbye, I Love You" in the new version of the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT).
2005-2006 Young Readers' Choice Selection - Schaumburg Township District Library.
2004 Children's Choice as selected by the International Reading Association - Children's Book Council.
2003 Dog Writer's Association of America Special Category Finalist for the Merial Human Bond Award.
Reviews and Editorials for "An Angry Drum Echoed"
The careful description of the Creek culture and the accounts of the difficulties of the early settlements provide a wealth of information about the life of a remarkable woman and the beginning of a new nation.
Arnco Sargent Elementary School Grade Level GPS books
I am writing to tell you that I absolutely loved An Angry Drum Echoed. I admire Mary Musgrove so much! I went to Savannah for the day and I felt I knew James Oglethorpe and his love and dream for that city. Then I bought Neptune's Honor. Our St. Simons condo is right across from Neptune Park and I now feel I know him and his touching story. What an amazing person he was! Both books have made my visit to St. Simons and Savannah come alive with history. Thank you, Pamela for researching and writing these books.
Barbara Parke, Historical Fiction advocate, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Mary Musgrove practically leaps off the page and demands equal rights. I also found the settlers and Native Americans fairly depicted and fully realized. Your eye for historical detail is precise and thorough. An engrossing and entertaining read, as well as an important piece of history that deserves to be explored. I couldn't put it down, and wouldn't hesitate to give it to young girls looking for a role model.
Writer's Digest
"Georgia's own Pocahontas" helped settlers and Native Americans get along in peace. Especially good for middle and older readers.
Atlanta Journal Constitution
Readers may have little background knowledge of this woman and the times in which she lived, but the careful description of the Creek culture and the accounts of the difficulties of the early settlements provide a wealth of information about the life of a remarkable woman and the beginning of a new nation. Recommended for junior/senior high school students.
Janis Flint-Ferguson, Assoc. Prof., English, Gordon College, Wenham, MA/KLIATT
I was delighted to make the acquaintance of Mary Musgrove, such a clever and resourceful woman so important to the history of Georgia. In An Angry Drum Echoed, the reader will find that battles and politics make way for the heart and soul. This lyrical novel gives a vivid picture of the difficulties the colonists and the natives faced in carving out a living from the swamps, forests and savannahs. It is rich with description that doesn't slow its pace.
Anne Lovette, Georgia Writers Association
Ms. Mueller has narrated An Angry Drum Echoed in the first person, transporting the reader to Mary Musgrove's time and location. The author carefully researched historical details, providing information most history textbooks are not equipped to include. Illustrations of General Oglethorpe, Chief Tomochichi and his nephew are followed by a map of St. Simons Island in 1742 and plans for the development of Savannah, Georgia. Ms. Mueller also provides a useful list of sources and glossary terms. This story commemorates Mary's commitment to both Indian and English interest.
KaaVonia Hinton/Foreword Magazine
Ms. Mueller's latest book is historical fiction and it's another winner. She brings history to life in this fascinating book and her writing style is clear and concise, making it appropriate for all ages. Pamela has a knack for taking her readers to those historical times that everyone has heard about but really knows very little. An Angry Drum Echoed is a long overdue look at one of the greatest women in Georgia's history.
Cary Knapp, Georgia's Coastal Illustrated
A lynchpin figure of the burgeoning Georgia colony during the 1700s, Mary Musgrove applied her influence with Indian tribes to encourage the chiefs to meet with General Oglethorpe in the Savannah, leading to the peaceful establishment of an English colony in Indian territory. Yet despite being held in high regard by English settlers as surely as Native Americans, she became an antagonist of the newly formed colonial government. After ten years of serving as an unpaid diplomat and interpreter, she led her Creek tribesmen in a march through the streets of Savannah in search of justice. This is a fascinating dramatization of a truly remarkable and strong-willed woman's life, recommended for readers of all ages.
Midwest Book Review, December 2006
Mary Musgrove, known to the Creek Indians as Coosaponakeesa, was the daughter of a Creek princess and an English colonist. Raised in both cultures during the early 18th century, she assisted the English as a translator and ambassador to the Native Americans living in now what is Savannah and Coastal Georgia. Mary's childhood and young adulthood are vividly described, and Mueller provides an excellent description of tension between the Creek and English cultures. Young readers will particularly appreciate the first-person descriptions of Mary's education and her transformation from a shy child to confident young woman. As Mary matures, she adapts to English ways, yet retains the faith and values of her native culture. Her life is characterized by the balance between native and colonial, and both cultures sustain her in different ways.
Life during colonial times, particularly in rural areas of the southeastern United States was difficult; colonist faced a number of challenges, most notably disease and miscommunication with the native tribes living in the area. Mueller doesn't gloss over these challenges, and readers will be inspired by Mary's resilience in the face of personal and professional loss.
This is a quick and interesting read for junior high and high school-age students that covers and area of history that isn't commonly taught in school.
Nanette Donohue/Historical Novels Review
Pamela Bauer Mueller has once again delivered a well-researched historical novel brimming with emotion. Reading An Angry Drum Echoed became more than a means to learn history; it is a way to actually experience it.
Jeff Hoffman, Golden Isles Weekend, Issue 392
I just finished Angry Drum and really loved it. The ending was written perfectly. It grabbed my emotions the way even historical fiction should. I tip my hat to you for a job well done. One of our staff members believes Neptune's Honor should be made into a movie. I agree. Cindy Hensley, Media Specialist, Stephens County Middle School
An Angry Drum Echoed is truly wonderful, and I got lost in the story. You are walking with the best.
Linda Figueroa
May your heart, mind and fingers continue to write books that will make history come alive in the minds and hearts of so many!
Eleanor Miller
Your choice of Mary Musgrove was truly a gift to all of us 21st century readers: what a wonderful heroine she was. With all your research your brought the early 1700's alive! You didn't fail us..
Polly/A fan from Bend, Oregon
After losing myself thoroughly in this exciting adventure into Georgia's past, my only disappointment is in having to return to reality. The story of Mary Musgrove is one of strength and faith as we follow her amazing life from her early youth with her mother's people to her successful attempt to learn of and live in her English father's world. All who read this will, I'm sure, join me in thanking Pamela Bauer Mueller for saving such an important piece of history that was nearly lost to us all.
Barbara Wadsworth-Sterling, GA
Reviews and Editorials for "Neptune's Honor"
Neptune’s Honor is a wonderful story, even more so because it’s based on history. Fascinating and compelling, Ms. Mueller did the time period justice. This title has plenty of conflict, accurate dialect and an interesting hook.
Writer’s Digest 2006
This readable novel, based on a real person from the Georgia Sea Islands, tells the story of the inseparable friendship of a child slave and the plantation family’s oldest son, showing how the Civil War changed the plantation culture in the South.
School Library Journal March 2005
The lyrics/poetry was a beautiful addition to this sweet book. The story is interesting and the writer's ability to tell the story is very good. Bringing attention to this story makes it an important book as a resource. A lovely story and a wonderful cover.
Diane LaVigne, Indian Life & Style Magazine
An Inspiring Read for all Ages
Pamela Mueller writes the story of Neptune Small with determined detail and accuracy. Neptune’s dialogue is written exactly as he would have spoken and adds greatly to the experience of reading about his life.
Parents who want their children to learn about slavery will find Mueller’s treatment of the subject moving and insightful. Neptune’s Honor is a fascinating read for children and adults alike, allowing the reader the opportunity to ponder long afterward the profound themes illustrated in the book.
Miriam Austin, The Dahlonega Nugget
Neptune’s Honor: A Story of Loyalty and Love by Pamela Bauer Mueller is entrancing! It shows a side of the slave population not often found. Some plantation owners did treat their “people” kindly and with respect. It also touched briefly upon the cruelty being displayed just around the bend, and the doubt that even the well-treated slaves felt toward being freed. By the 3rd chapter I was truly hooked, wanting to know how it all turned out. I felt like I was right there with Neptune and the King family throughout their lives. I found this novel well written and a very moving read.
Aline de Chevigny, In the Library Reviews, March 18, 2005
This respectful story of two true-life coastal Georgia charcters - a slave and his master - centers on loyalty and duty.
The Historical Novels Review, Spring 2005
This is a beautiful buddy story at it's heart, made only more touching and convincing for the true story behind it. The writing is lyrical and touching, and compliments the heartfelt nature of the story and many touching events that occur. Also, a wonderful sense of place is created, including the time period. The setting is very transportive and will suck every reader in.
14th Annual International Self-Published Book Awards
Neptune Small’s memory is truly honored with this portrayal of his significant life. Pamela Mueller did considerable research to learn what life circumstances led to the intense bonding of Neptune Small and Henry Lord King. The reader becomes an active participant in their boyhood adventures growing up on the plantation, learning to hunt, crab, fish, swim, ride horses and boat around the island. We watch as their lives of slave and master become intertwined through mutual experiences and family events.
Ms. Mueller’s writing style is influenced by historical fiction exemplar, Eugenia Price, accurate in fact and alive with detail of scene and character. We hear rhythmic slave spirituals and work songs alongside bagpipes and flute. We taste and smell the cooking of the old south. The bountiful nature of island fauna and flora springs to life with her rich descriptions. Mueller has enlivened dialogue by including original Gullah-Geechee “black-speak” dialect made famous in the colorful language of “Uncle Remus” tales.
Teachers of middle and high school students along the Georgia coast may want to consider making Neptune’s Honor required reading. There is a wealth of learning material here, backed with additional references, to promote lively topic discussion and essay.
Jeff Hoffman, Golden Isles Weekend, Issue 370
Neptune’s Honor is a wonderful book for both children and adults. It has great appeal for those interested in local (Georgia) history as well as the antebellum and Civil War period.
Lynne Thomas, Jekyll’s Golden Islander, Volume 33, number 24
This beautiful story of devoted friendship, based on the history of this area, appeals to readers of all ages.
Cary Knapp, Georgia’s Coastal Illustrated, Volume XXX
Pamela's historical novel about the slave Neptune Small captures many historical facts while weaving an interesting tale that keeps the reader entranced.
Krista Harris, The Brunswick News
Neptune’s Honor reads like a diary with excerpts about life in general but more specifically about the relationship between Henry Lord Page King and Neptune Small. Pamela has succeeded in filling in the missing gaps about Neptune’s life and his contribution to our local history in her usual style: with warmth and intelligence.
Wendy Beeker, The Islander
As a descendant of Neptune Small and a student of coastal Georgia history, I’m delighted that a story has been written in honor of my great-great grandfather’s heroism. Neptune’s Honor touched me deeply. I felt as though I were there with Neptune, experiencing his life, hearing the subtle billowing of the Atlantic, smelling musty earth odors of the island marshes and feeling the ocean breezes as they blew on Neptune’s St. Simons Island. While Neptune’s Honor is a very touching and powerful story of love, loyalty and honor, it is based on the life of a privileged slave, and in no way represents the level of intense bondage and deprivation endured by the vast majority of my enslaved ancestors.
William Bernard Barnes Jr., Great-great grandson of Neptune Small
I just finished Neptune's Honor and absolutely loved it!! You presented a side to slavery that, normally, only southerners understand. Cindy Hensley, Media specialist, Stephens County Middle School
Neptune’s Honor is a moving tale for all ages, and is based on a true story! Neptune comes to life as he exemplifies the real essence of the human experience through endurance, commitment, bravery, devotion and, most of all, HONOR! This story of bondage, courage and ultimate freedom in the plantation south is told with great passion, energy, accuracy and wonderful readability.
Buddy Sullivan, Coastal Georgia Historian/Award Winning Author
Lovingly and meticulously crafted, Neptune’s Honor captures a compelling history of the old South, a love of family, and the dignity and humanity of a remarkable man in this sweeping story of two cultures that shared a special bond. Pamela Bauer Mueller has brought to life these troubled times with a richness of detail and depth of character that lends a real sense of time and place.
Victor DiGenti/Author of Windrusher and Windrusher and the Cave of Tho-hoth
You did an amazing job with this book! You treated the subject of slavery without attacking it, but showing the trap that the planters and the slaves were caught in. You handled the language very well, by making it understandable, but also gave the slaves a certain amount of dignity some authors never understand.
Elizabeth Reynolds/South Carolina Historian
I really value how you have handled a potentially volatile situation (slavery) in a tender way. It is not sensationalized, yet it also doesn’t avoid the dilemma that Southerners faced with their “people.” I would have loved to have known Anna and Neptune!
Kim Belt/Former Educator/St. Simons Island, GA
Neptune’s Honor is a treasure just waiting to be discovered. It opens another door of understanding about the history, struggles, and lives of African American people. It is unique in that it can be read and appreciated by all ages and all people.
Lee Hooper/Reader/Dallas TX GA
The nicest gift I received for Christmas was your latest book. I have read it twice—what a beautiful love story! The people of St. Simons owe you a debt of gratitude. Your many hours of painstaking research certainly paid off in a beautiful story of the South reeling in agony during the Civil War.
Polly Perkins/Reader/Bend, OR
I wanted to thank you for writing Neptune’s Honor. We’ve shared this story with every friend who has visited and always longed for a book with the complete story, perhaps even told from Neptune’s perspective. Now you’ve written it! Each time I share stories with friends about the plantations on this island and the way slaves were respected here, with some exceptions, I feel the urgency to remind them and myself that this in no way made slavery right. But it is a reminder that because situations and relationships can be very complicated, we need to be slow to judge without seeing a more complete picture. Thank you for being careful to present this thought respecting the feelings of all.
Mary Lou Farmer/St. Simons Island, GA
Congratulations on your wonderful story! It adds to the love and intrigue of St. Simons Island.
Nancy Allen/Crafter/Tybee Island, GA
This book is wonderful and a joy to read! A great story, and told with warmth and creativity by you. Knowing so much of the history that I do, I am impressed with your dedication to the historical facts that give structure to the story. I know how much you tried to be faithful to what information there is out there.
I am also impressed that as a stranger and perhaps even (gasp) a Yankee, you told this historical slave story from the human side that reflects the reality of people living among people, black and white, all together on this island.
Edwin MacKethan III/Author and Editor/St. Simons Island
You have done an outstanding job of putting a slant on the subject of love and loyalty in a setting where few have ever understood the relationship of slave and owner. Although the subject of slavery is a difficult one, this book shows a side of humanity that did exist even under those conditions because not all owners were self serving and abusive. And not all slaves allowed even the most abusive owners to intimidate them, the character “Tigerhead” being an example.
Evelyn Kennedy/Educator/Statesboro, GA
Neptune’s Honor was a great read. I pray that we all should have friendships as strong as your characters.
A.J. Legault
Pamela Bauer Mueller has cast a spell on the Retreat Plantation, and took us back in time. Now this area is more precious each time I drive by it.
Amy Hedrick/Columnist/Writer/St. Simons Island, GA
Thank you for the book on Neptune Small. I was fortunate to have known some of his decedents (now dead) and I know they would be pleased. It is very readable and at the same time factual. Thank you for a book long over due.
Mary Waite/ reader/ St. Simons Island
This was a story that needed to be told, and I think Neptune would also agree that you have done him justice in the telling of it! I enjoyed hearing his story as well as re-meeting old friends from Eugenia Price books set on St. Simons Island. Keep on writing!
Anne Amerson/reader/Dahlonega, GA
“This very well written book lets you imagine the events happening right in front of your eyes. It taught me a lot about slavery and life. It shows you the value of a true friend. This book is really worth reading!”
Pamela McKamey/High school student/St. Simons Island, GA
Reviews and Editorials for "Hello, Goodbye, I Love You"
This book does an excellent job of explaining the process of training guide-dog puppies, a topic that will fascinate many children. The moving scenario will have readers sniffling as Diego passes Aloha's leash to Miss Kimberly Louise, and may even lead them to consult the appended list of resources to find out about raising their own guide-dog puppies.
School Library Journal
Hello, Goodbye, I Love You is touching and inspiring. The reader will not only come away with a keen understanding of guide dogs and what it takes to raise them, but will also appreciate this heartwarming, sweet story. Kimberly Louise inspires readers with her courage.
Writer’s Digest 2006
Finely-crafted and compelling, this novel consists of alternating chapters focused on a preteen puppyraiser and his dog Aloha and the middle-aged newly blind woman who would eventually become Aloha's partner. Besides the fact that this book is such a good "read", this novel is a really accurate look at the fun, discipline, and emotional impact of puppy raising.
Sally Rosenthal, Bay Region Barker, July 2004 Vol. 6, Issue 7
What a book! Ms. Mueller has captivated all the emotions from all of us who play a part in a guide dog's life.
Michael Hingson, National Public Affairs Representative, Guide Dogs for the Blind
"The heartbreak of letting go, and the joys of little miracles fill the pages of this compassionate true story, which is especially recommended reading for dog lovers.
Midwest Book Review, Small Press Bookwatch, Volume 2, Number 9 September 2003.
Attachment, dreams, unconditional love, and loss permeate the thrilling pages for pet lovers, children and adults.
Mindquest, Fall, 2003 Edition
What an amazing story of why we puppy raisers do what we do! I cannot tell you how much of your book helped me through a hard weekend after we took our puppy Helen back to campus. I wish I could give your book to every person who says, "How can you give them up?" We remind ourselves that this is bigger than keeping our beloved puppy.
Tami Firenzi, Puppy Raiser, San Rafael, CA
"A heart-warming story of the raising of a guide dog puppy, and the simultaneous preparation of the newly-blinded woman she will serve. Mrs. Mueller has obviously done her research, as her characters and the events in which they participated are rooted in reality. As a blind handler of a guide dog, I appreciate how this story is told: Mrs. Mueller gives lots of depth and personality to her characters, and introduces them without pity or sentimentality. A must read for anyone who loves dogs, and appreciates the ways they can be trained to serve. Anyone who enjoys realistic fiction with striking movement and character development will be glad they’ve found this wonderful book!”
Susan Blandina Jones, Sight-impaired reader
"The sweetness of this book comes through on every page. Pamela Bauer Mueller has hit all the right notes in a story that informs as well as entertains.
Cary Knapp, Columnist/Librarian, Brunswick, GA
"The book, Hello, Goodbye, I Love You not only tells a delightful story, but is touchingly entertaining....and informative! Pamela Bauer Mueller shares her great love for animals and the contributions they make to mankind."
Dr. Jon Traer, M.D., Townsend, GA
"I just finished reading Hello, Goodbye, I Love You, and I can't tell you how proud and pleased I am to be associated with this book. It really came together beautifully."
Pamela Pollack, Former Editor-Random House, NY
"Hello, Goodbye, I Love You is a lovely and charming account of what it is like to raise a guide dog puppy and the bittersweet emotions associated with loving them and then letting go. I know your book will touch many hearts and inspire young adults to reach out in their communities."
Lori Mogan, Guide Dogs for the Blind, San Rafael, CA
"I am the recipient of the new book, Hello, Goodbye, I Love You, which is a sheer delight! I read it cover to cover, putting all else aside. Many, many kudos to Ms. Bauer Mueller. Keep the stories coming!"
Dorothy Robohm (95 years young), Columbus, OH
"On your website, I discovered the sample chapter to Hello, Goodbye, I Love You. It made me cry, and want to own the book! I've never thought enough about how the people who raise dog guides must feel when the time comes for them to go separate ways, breaking at least part of their bond."
Lauren Merryfield, sight-impaired editor/;publisher, Catlines, WA
What a fantastic book! It is well written with excellent pacing and makes a fascinating story. Ms. Bauer Mueller truly paints a poignant portrait of the love that goes into training one of those special needs dogs.
Georgeanne Irvine, Public Relations, San Diego Zoo, San Diego, CA
Hello, Goodbye, I Love You is a wonderful book. The story is captivating with intricate details making it funny, sweet, heart tugging, and precious. From the day Diego receives Aloha to the end of the story you are truly touched. Your eyes will be opened to the amazing miracles dogs can be for the trainer as well as for the recipient of the guide dog.
Virginia Belt, Glynn Academy High, St. Simons Island, GA--14 years old
What a sweet and moving book. It accurately represents the joy and pain of raising a guide dog puppy. The book should come with a warning that you will need tissues to soak up the tears of joy!
Richard Sadowsky, Guide Puppy Raiser, Beaverton, OR
Ms. Bauer Mueller has put the details of raising and training dogs for the blind into a tender story about the people touched by the dog, and, in time, by each other. It's a great book for anyone grammar school age and up. It should be required reading for all Lions Club members.
Tommy Jenkins, Author/Past Golden Isles Lions Club President, St. Simons Island, GA
I just finished reading Hello, Goodbye, I Love You and am still glowing from the warmth of it.
The author has done an impressive job of getting the readers involved in the emotions she portrays. I can hardly wait for the next one!
Bobbie Cassidy, Retired Educator/U.S. Customs Supervisory Inspector, San Diego, CA
Hello, Goodbye, I Love You is a heartwarming story which depicts a love journey between a puppy raiser, a guide puppy trainer and a visually impaired woman, and how they become one."
Patrick J. Pignataro, Past Lions Club District Governor, GA
This book allows children to read and grow in the understanding of what it means to see this dog aiding a handicapped person. How exciting that we should see someone expanding our children's world with this knowledge in a heartfelt, emotional way that only love can explain.
Sharlene R. Merkle, Retired Teacher, Grades 1-8, St. Marys, GA
Reviews and Editorials for "The Kiska Trilogy"
"I just received The Bumpedy Road in the mail and it looks beautiful. Great job finding Naomi Weiler. Her lively illustrations really complement the story. You've been on your own bumpedy road getting here, but it was well worth it. I wish you best of success with your book! Pamela Pollack"
Pamela Pollack, former editor, Random House Congratulations!
"I love the new book!!!!! The story is compelling and great for kids and adults. I'm so very proud of both of you!"
Georgeanne Irvine, children's book author and San Diego Zoo public relations spokesperson.
"WOW! What an amazing book! It made me giggle at times and other times I was reaching for the Kleenex box! I can't wait for Rain City Cats! I now understand why my cats did the crazy things they did. Kiska explains really well the ups and downs of life through her eyes. It is a great book for both kids and adults. And check out those pictures! Great job Naomi with the pictures. They really capture those precocious kitties! Kiska, thanks for your contribution to kid's literature. Meow!"
As reviewed on Amazon.com: Shannon Stewart from Ottawa, Canada
"The new book is the cat's meow. Pamela Bauer Mueller and Kiska have written the p-u-r-r-fect book!"
Marisa Babic - Staff Reporter, Now Community Newspaper
"I have read The Kiska Trilogy and love it. I teach sixth grade and my students can learn a lot about compassion from the animals in these three books. The way the cats care about one another and their kindness and consideration is a beautiful example for children everywhere. If only I could convince my students to treat one another in this manner, it would be quite an accomplishment. Also, the way the cats are treated by their mistress and masters provides a marvelous role model for the children. Thank you for these wonderful books."
Suzi Hassel, M.Ed., Needwood Middle School, GA
"In an increasingly transient population, children find comfort in reading The Kiska Trilogy. Learning to adjust to a new school, or even a new culture, is becoming more and more commonplace for children. As a media specialist, I recommend The Kiska Trilogy to all students, but especially to those who could use a little 'bibliotherapy' in adjusting to a new place to call home."
Lydia Brantley, Media Specialist, St. Simons Elementary School, GA
"The Kiska Trilogy is truly a valuable experience for children adjusting to change in family, location and life-style. Understanding a family's journey from Mexico to Canada to Georgia, seen through the eyes of a very well educated cat, will help children face life's challenges. I highly recommend all three books of The Kiska Trilogy."
Marian Stevens, Retired Librarian, Brunswick High School, GA
"There's a delightful children's writer in our own backyard! "Eight Paws to Georgia," Pamela Bauer Mueller's last book, tells the story of Kiska's final years. The reader follows Kiska from Vancouver, British Columbia to St. Simons Island, Georgia, in a sweet and sad tale that beautifully celebrates her life."
Cary Knapp, Book Nook, The Brunswick News, November 10, 2001
 "Eight Paws to Georgia," the newest book in The Kiska Trilogy, has just been published by Pinata Publications, to the delight of cat lovers of all ages! Beachview Books' resident cat Daisy gives "Eight Paws to Georgia" four paws up, and highly recommends it." The Golden Isles Weekend, October 26, 2001
"Eight Paws to Georgia" is just wonderful. I made the mistake of reading it at work; couldn't put it down to do any work and boy, those tissues came in handy. Thanks, wonderful Kiska, for your beautiful stories. I felt like I was right there with you. You are missed, but not forgotten."
Marcy King - Oroville, WA
"I like your books. Thanks for autographing my second book. Kiska is still my best friend."
Clover - Portland, OR
"Pamela Bauer Mueller has a special gift in communicating the feelings and emotions of both humans and animals through the written word in a very unique and loving way. Her insight in expressing the personal loss of a loving family pet through the words of her beloved Kiska made this little book a fitting tribute to the final saga of The Kiska Trilogy."
Herbert Porter - Ferndale, WA
"A St. Simons author is using the life of her cat to help children understand changes in life."
Shaundra L. Lee, Staff Reporter, The Brunswick News, October 2001
"This is a wonderfully warm story for young and old. Kiska teaches us what love can do if we give our animals the respect and adoration they deserve. I can't wait to read this story to my grandchild and know that we have shared something very special."
Eleanor Livingstone - Surrey, British Colunbia, Canada
"Pamela Bauer Mueller understands cats better than anyone I know. I loved Kiska's first book, "The Bumpedy Road, " which made me cry with pleasure! The second part of the trilogy has a little more cat philosophy, which we can all benefit from."
Wendy Bauer - San Francisco, CA
"The very descriptive writing captures my interest and paints a beautiful picture in my mind. I really love the book. I hope there are more to come!"
Clara Baker - Portland, OR (age 9 years)
"I just finished your books, Kiska. They are wonderful. I have four cats of my own and they enjoyed the books too."
Louise - Toronto, Canada
"I think your books are great. I met Kiska at my school. She is beautiful."
Miranda Thomas - Bellingham, WA
"Congratulations on your books. You and your family must be very proud. Your little treasure memorabilia."
Mellie Hansen - San Diego, CA
"I know my grandchildren will love the books when they receive them at Christmas. Life through the eyes of a cat is a very compelling story. I am looking forward to your next one."
Betty Robinson - Ontario, Canada
"I laughed and cried, but most of all was lifted with hope for the future in this endearing story."
Judy Hinson - Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
"I believe all children can find this book interesting as well as useful to relate to some difficult circumstances in their lives. Mostly the book is humorous, realistic, and a great adventure detailing how a cat really thinks and what a cat would like to communicate to us."
Cassandra Coveney - St. Paul, MN
"This book is not only dear to my heart, but I believe it will become dear to the heart of anyone who loves cats. What a wonderful multicultural book to read as a family!"
Ticiana Gordillo - Portland, OR
"Wow! What an amazing book! It made me giggle at times and other times I was reaching for the Kleenex box! Kiska explains really well the ups and down of life, through her eyes. It is a great book for both kids and adults. Kiska, thanks for your contribution to kids' literature. Meow!"
Shannon Stewart - Ottawa, Canada
"I devoured "The Bumpedy Road." I loved it! I can't wait for the sequel!"
Annie Davis - Santa Monica, CA (age 11 years)
 
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