Introducing ‘Kiki and Slugger’s Magic Spring Adventure’: A Vital Addition to the Florida Keys Environmental Children’s Book Series

Florida Keys Environmental Children's Book

Discover ‘Kiki and Slugger’s Magic Spring Adventure,’ a new Florida Keys Environmental Children’s Book that dives deep into the vibrant ecosystems of the Keys. Join Kiki, an endangered Key Deer, and Slugger, a black Labrador, in their quest to understand and protect their natural world. This engaging tale weaves a narrative of friendship, environmental stewardship, and the urgent need to safeguard coral reefs, mangrove forests, and seagrass meadows. A must-read for young environmentalists and families passionate about ocean conservation.

Exploring the Underwater Wonders of Kauai

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As an experienced diver, I had been eagerly anticipating my trip to Kauai for a long time, and it certainly did not disappoint, despite the unpredictable weather. Although we had to adjust our plans due to the captain’s decision, we knew that mother nature always has the final say. When we arrived at the mooring […]

Key West, Diving & Book Sales Update

My fiancé Stephanie and I just returned from yet another epic adventure in the always stunning Florida Keys, and we have a book sales update to announce. But before heading south, we stopped by one of our favorite Floridian restaurants, Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill, at Port Canaveral. Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill Fishlips is […]

Introducing Mary Wentzel

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We have been very fortunate indeed to have teamed up with a stellar award-winning artist for our latest children’s books. Her name is Mary Wentzel. A resident of central Florida, Mary brings a very unique perspective to her one-of-a-kind artwork. Mary has enjoyed a long successful career as an educator at some of Florida’s best art, science and history […]

Update on Life

I am settling into 2023 and the realities of being newly retired.

 How the Love of the Ocean Sparked a Mission

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How the Love of the Ocean Sparked a Mission By Robert Provan My love and appreciation of the sea began at the age of four when I crossed the raging North Atlantic with my family on a cruise ship to Britain. This trip was a transformative experience, to say the least. For on this same […]

How Ronnie the Raindrop Story Started

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How Ronnie the Raindrop Story Started By Robert Provan The Journey to Publishing My first children’s book is a labor of love that I am thrilled to have in a form to share with other children finally. Over the years, the story was told to the children of family and close friends, becoming a favorite […]

How to Engage your Children to Read

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How to Engage your Children to Read By Robert Provan Teaching a child to enjoy reading is a challenge, but it’s easier to do if they enjoy reading. If they read on a subject that interests them, odds are they will expand to read on other topics as they mature. If you have young readers […]