Jelly Belly Bear was born on Friday the Thirteenth of August 1954. He and I played in an imaginary world until I was in the 4th grade. He continued to cheer me in my mind and heart for the rest of my life. At the times in my life, I couldn’t smile, he never stopped. He’s perpetually cheerful. I like his amusing grin.

Beginning Adventures

Jelly Belly stories appeared on my paper in the late 1980s. And irregularly popped out of my head over the next decades. Today, they’re compiled into these printed books to share with you.

Dedication

I dedicate this collection to my childhood companion, friend, and brother; Brad Teare. His grand imagination contributed to so many adventures.