Dear Humans

Gallus the chicken isn't happy with Humans. In fact, he has a little bit of an attitude and does not appreciate the way Humans make fun of his family. So Gallus picks up a pen and writes a letter to Humans to let them (and us) know just how smart chickens are and the many ways Humans and Chickens are alike. If you love chickens (and even if you don't), Gallus will entertain you with his fact-filled letter and his advice on how to hatch and raise chickens because Gallus believes Chickens and Humans can be friends.

This book will entertain readers as they learn about:

-Common sayings and jokes about chickens

-How chickens protect themselves

-How chickens and humans are alike

-How smart chickens are

-How to hatch and raise chickens

-How to take care of chickens and provide them a safe place to live

-What chickens eat

-What the differences are between roosters and hens

R. Emily Irby is an intermediate teacher in coastal Florida. She loves writing about growing up in a farming community in western Michigan. Her early life inspires stories about her family history and animals. Mrs. Irby believes that writing is a creative outlet that benefits both the writer and the reader. Her goal is to help students grow to understand, appreciate, and enjoy writing. "Write to remember, to create, to wonder. Write to express your thoughts, joys, fears, and frustrations. Your pen can be a powerful friend." Mrs. Irby resides with her husband and son, and their two dogs and a kitty.

Luana K. Mitten is the founding editor and CEO of BeaLu Books, which she established in July 2015 as a way to bring the joy of quality children's book publishing to young authors and readers. Having personally written 58 books and edited hundreds more, Luana brings a wealth of experience to her role. Prior to founding BeaLu Books, she served in a host of editorial roles and worked as an educator, teaching creative writing and reading to elementary school students. As the founding editor of a small but mighty independent book press, she works with authors to take their writing from manuscript to book and coordinates with her talented team of in-house illustrators and designs to produce titles that support development and challenge young readers. She lives with her very supportive husband, son, and canine companions, Mr. Beans and Lucy, in Tampa, Florida. Find her online at: Twitter: @Luana_Mitten @BooksBea Facebook: @BeaLuBooks Instagram: @BeaLuBooks Linkedin: https: //www.linkedin.com/in/luanakmitten/