Guys Read Bouncing the Grinning Goat..., Shannon Hale
Guys Read Bouncing the Grinning Goat..., Shannon Hale
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Guys Read: Bouncing the Grinning Goat
A Short Story from Guys Read: Other Worlds

Author: Shannon Hale

Narrator: Tessa Aberjonois

Unabridged: 36 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/17/2013

Synopsis

Spark has stolen her brother’s armor and his sword, and now she’s looking for a job. But this job is going to bring much more than she bargained for, and even her wits might not be enough to save her. A short story from Guys Read: Other Worlds, edited by Jon Scieszka.

About Shannon Hale

Shannon Hale ("Bouncing the Grinning Goat") began writing at age ten—mostly fantasy stories where she was the heroine. She never stopped. She writes bestselling books for kids and adults and also writes graphic novels. Her book Princess Academy was named a Newbery Honor Book in 2006. Shannon lives with her family near Salt Lake City, Utah. 

Reviews

Goodreads review by Nicole on October 25, 2018

It was great, it was fun, it had that Shannon Hale magic, and I wanted a whole book instead of just a short story! I love her Goose Girl series and Princess Academy series.......more

Goodreads review by Philmore on September 26, 2022

Fun. Incidental conflict and the dire need to resolve a problem that occurred because of a lie (the problem would still be there, yes, but because of the lie our protagonist was forced to respond). I would really really like to continue with this story.......more

Goodreads review by Margie on January 12, 2024

What a great, exciting, too short book. I look forward to reading more of this author's work.......more

Goodreads review by Lu on June 16, 2021

Great short story the author keeps u engaged thru out the story line.......more

Goodreads review by Gloria on December 10, 2015

The oldest girl named Spark is about 16 and is very tired of helping take care of her younger siblings. She stole her older brother's armor, and just wants food when she takes up the job of bouncer at a tavern. Using her creativity and the tools she has with her (alright, it's mostly lies about wher......more

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