WILMINGTON, NC, December 15, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- 'Big Ears Jack and Friends,' by award-winning author Earl Vincent de Berge, is a captivating best-seller for young readers that weaves together a delightful tapestry of tales inspired by the flora and fauna of Baja California's Sonoran Desert. This enchanting collection introduces readers to a vibrant cast, including clever coyotes, playful foxes, whimsical boojum trees, and elusive bobcats. Each story not only entertains but also educates, making it a rare gem that sparks curiosity and wonder about the natural world.

These anthropomorphized animals appeal especially to children, capturing their imagination and making the stories engaging and relatable. The narratives' charm keeps young readers hooked, inviting them to explore the adventures of these lively characters. Each tale serves as an educational backdrop that teaches children about this fascinating ecosystem. Through storytelling, the book subtly introduces concepts related to nature, biodiversity, and environmental awareness. Readers learn about the characteristics and behaviors of these animals, fostering a deeper appreciation for wildlife and their habitats.

Earl's own adventures in Baja California ignited a profound passion for the desert's extraordinary wildlife, driving him to share these magical stories with young readers. His own deep appreciation for the Sonoran Desert's unique plants and animals inspired him to create a collection that invites children to explore, learn, and dream, making every tale a gateway to adventure. Older readers enjoy the fun and charm of the stories, and find joy in reading them aloud to younger kids.

Among Jack's friends readers will meet Nosey and Wag, mischievous coyote brothers; Blue Dasher, a racing dragonfly; the Kangaroo Rat Chorus; tree-lizard Boris; Giro the dust devil; Hawk Conchita and the red ants; Lady Treble Clef, a watchful cactus; Paulina, the puma poet; Diana the musical tarantula; Lady Chrona, a sea lion who dreams of flying; a scheming sea gull named Swindler; the beautiful bobcat Miss Mucha Purrs; Mr. Shellie the chatterbox tortoise; and Young Red Fox and his sweet love, the beautiful rabbit Adorna -- along with many others.

'Big Ears Jack and Friends' is available in print and ebook form on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Earl-Vincent-de-Berge/author/B09R6M1G4Y?.

In a review of 'Big Ears Jack,' an AWA reviewer said, "One of the book's greatest strengths is its world-building. De Berge weaves the flora and fauna of Baja California into the narrative, making the setting feel like a character itself. Talking cacti, dust devils playing tag, and wise desert tortoises enrich the stories, placing readers in an enchanting ecosystem where the line between reality and fantasy blurs.

"The themes of community, creativity, and environmental respect run throughout the collection. Young readers will enjoy the magical adventures and witty dialogue, while adults will appreciate the underlying messages about cooperation, individuality, and harmony with nature."

In his review on Amazon Mark Winheld stated, "If you're up for more fantasy fun, you'll be tempted by chapter titles like 'Sheriff Diamondback and the Egg-Thieving Coyotes,' or 'Dianna the Musical Tarantula,' or 'Swindler (a thieving seagull) and Big Umpo the Sea Lion,' or 'Lady Treble Clef and Dust Devils Rescue a Javelina Family,' and many more."

Reviewer Essien Asian said, "The author presents educational information in detail while using the dialogue between the characters to stimulate young readers' imaginations. The mix of strategically placed pictures, an engaging narrative style, and thought-provoking subplots regarding these animals ensures that young readers will learn vital lessons in diplomacy and survival from 'Big Ears Jack and Friends' while enjoying a captivating adventure."

'Big Ears Jack And Friends' is available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Earl-Vincent-de-Berge/author/B09R6M1G4Y? and other online book retailers. More information is available at https://www.earldeberge.com.

About Earl Vincent de Berge:

Author Earl Vincent de Berge is an Arizona native, writer, photographer, and poet. With a master's degree in political science from the University of Arizona, he founded Behavior Research Center, Inc., and created the respected and widely published Rocky Mountain Poll (RMP), of which he was Editor for 35 years. Earl's photographs, logbooks, and essays reflecting on life experiences serve as foundations for his prose and poetry. He has recently published three collections of his poems, "Allegro to Life," "Swans to Carry Me," and "Wind in the Elephant Tree," which touch on nature, human nature, love, desert silence, and life in Guatemala. He is currently assembling "The Man Who Ate His Dreams," a biography of a rags-to-riches businessman, artist, and poet.

Earl and his wife Suzanne split their time between Arizona and Guatemala where they founded the nonprofit Seeds for a Future to help impoverished rural women improve their families' access to adequate food and nutrition (www.seedsforafuture.org).

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