Catherine Austen
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Tag: aesop’s fables
Friday Fable: The Old Writer and Oblivion
You may have heard the old story about The Old Man and Death: An old man was out gathering a bundle of sticks for his fire. He cut a dozen thick pieces in the forest and began to carry them home. He had a long way to… Continue Reading “Friday Fable: The Old Writer and Oblivion”
Friday Fable: The Bully and the Nerd
Today’s post is written by a guest fabulist, David, who turns Aesop’s tales into advice for high schoolers. This is a true story called “The Bully and the Nerd.” Leo Creepizoid, who goes to my school but that’s not his real name, needed $100/week… Continue Reading “Friday Fable: The Bully and the Nerd”
Friday Fable: The Writer and the Busy Life
You may know the old story, The Child and the Brook: One day an old man was out walking when he noticed a child standing by the side of a stream. The boy stood there for over an hour, shifting from leg to leg,… Continue Reading “Friday Fable: The Writer and the Busy Life”
Friday Fable: Belling Oprah
You may know the old story, “Belling the Cat:” One day the house mice grew sick and tired of losing their loved ones to the house cat, so they held a council to discuss the problem. Some said this and some said that, and… Continue Reading “Friday Fable: Belling Oprah”
Catherine Austen writes books for kids and teens, short stories for adults, and reports for corporate clients. She lives in Gatineau, Quebec.
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