Silver Medal - Benjamin Franklin Book Awards
Bronze Medal - Reader's Favorite Book Awards
Third Place - Royal Palm Literary Awards -Florida Writers Association
by Mark Newhouse
A human boy and half-human girl face incredible dangers as they solve mysteries with Jasper Doofinch, lawyer for mythical monsters and fictional folk, in a secret sector of the United States.
Children of all ages can’t wait to turn the page as they learn about important legal issues solving humorous cases in a land where humans are an endangered species. Join the Defenders of Monstrovia in their first adventure and you’ll be back for more.
The author, a life-long fan of Perry Mason and Sherlock Holmes, uses humor and page-turning twists to keep kids and adults reading. Sequels include The Case of the Disastrous Dragon and The Case of the Crazy Chickenscratches which have also won awards and are under contract for a media deal.
About the Author
My award-winning children’s books are a mix of Harry Potter, Sherlock Holmes, and Perry Mason, (a fictional lawyer), featuring kids who solve problems with their ‘smarts’ and courage. I want every child to believe in their dreams and know they can reach their goals.
My parents were divorced and I was bullied as a child, which inspired my writing.
Mark H. Newhouse
