They say my Farm should be a Children's Book...

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[@fionapaterson-wiebe3108]

You’re a natural story teller Morgan. The best advice I can give is to trust your instincts, and don’t let perfectionism rob your craft of its delightful spontaneity.

[@modenie]

Brilliant advice

[@maureen8930]

Top dog Toby top cat ? Mother goose , mother chicken 🐔 the night Adventure oof guarding the farm go for it 🙏🙏🙏💕💕💕

[@maureen8930]

Oh my God Toby ran away wow did you make a video of that , that’s very upsetting ❤️❤️❤️

[@susanschultz8142]

I personally would love to read your book. I'm way, way, way beyond 10 years old but interested. I read all books before passing then on to my Great Nieces an Nephews. Your story sounds very interesting. Looking forward to it.

[@ryanpauloneeyed9669]

Love this. 👍

[@lunawyse]

I think a good way to show him learning his courage is with his bark. The bark that scares away the predators, that protects the farm from danger. It could symbolize his bravery as the guardian of the farm. When he learns his purpose in the farm as the livestock guardian dog, and learns how to be brave, he finally is able to bark like he does today.

[@rosegleed4506]

This!

[@mmaybee4379]

What a good idea... Needs more likes

[@tamaliaalisjahbana9354]

Brilliant!

[@noneofbizorjuliejt6466]

YES!

[@computer1229]

I approve 👌

[@CELERITAS-BONITAS]

Adorable story. I hope Pablo comes off as a grizzled wise veteran, not just a bully. Like a gruff guy who slowly, begrudgingly warms up to Toby. Especially with his past trauma when he was nearly fed to a dog but was a bad ass

[@CELERITAS-BONITAS]

Whoops

[@colecolettecole]

how they became friends after lil barn cat had to live in the house

[@janjelicab]

I love this idea

[@SwimCoach8]

Watching how Toby dog lights up when he sees you...might want to include Toby realizing he works for the gentle farmer. Or perhaps that he comes to realization the farmer and his wife are pretty new to this whole farming thing. The partnership being the thing that sets him on the road to being a great guard dog. Thanks for all the great content. Just love the farm!

[@gencie684]

This! The relationship between dogs and humans is centuries old, so Toby realizing at some point that he’s not just there to do a job, or be the farm’s protector, but also to be a member of the family, could give him the courage and direction he needs. Realizing that that this is his FAMILY and he wants to keep them safe because he loves them, not just because it’s his job.

[@donnaml8776]

Or writing how Toby dog sees Morgan unsure of something and says how he (Toby) has got to help him (Morgan) out. Or Toby’s point of view on the “doggie condo” and how the goose moved in. Oh, yeah there’s a million different directions this could go in!!!

[@colecolettecole]

@@donnaml8776 like helping him build the new duck ramp ~

[@katepurrple]

If I woke up one morning to find someone had replaced my trusty old staircase- I'd probably take pause too!

[@ambert.3792]

especially for something hella wobbly.

[@azuroslazuli6948]

That’s the funniest mental image I’ve had in a while 😂

[@HELENGodLoves]

@@ambert.3792 Hella wobbly!!! LoL 🤣

[@annsalvon4497]

Thats new to me! I like it lol

[@lestki]

I love the idea of the book. As a mother who instilled a love of reading in my kids, I think the more personalities you are able to give the animals the more it will draw the kids in. Plus you are a natural with telling stories. A man i admired very much told me when I started my business and was delaying everything till it was all perfect. He just said, do what you can from the heart and the rest will happen. Just do it.

[@jrobtube]

My mom wrote a Biology Study Guide and and more over several editions. Her version of Just do it involved inserting another word in between just and do. So we always say JFDI

[@lestki]

@@jrobtube Love it. :)

[@Mrbfgray]

@@jrobtube Good advice, nothings ever perfect and it will never be easy. :D

[@MrEmm]

I could definitely imagine your farm being a kids book. Your birds names are so funny and their unique personalities are awesome to watch.

[@gatobob]

I think the plot sounds amazing! I really like the over-arching concept of responsibility. Young Toby has responsibility sort of thrust upon him by his mom's teachings and the farmer, and kinda struggles with accepting the responsibility. When he runs away, he briefly rejects it entirely. Which is very relatable! But then, as Toby makes friends with all the other animals on the farm, he learns WHY responsibilities exist, and finds himself WANTING to take on the responsibility- not because he's told to, but because he loves his friends and wants to protect them. It's a wonderful story with a wonderful message!!

[@suestoons]

This is my favourite comment on this video.

[@mssixty3426]

In elementary school I read books written from an animal's perspective - I look forward to buying your book for my grandsons, and maybe even my older granddaughter would enjoy it.

[@webfox1]

I started to suggest this. Then I read down three lines. I'll "shup" now. :)

[@danielruiz3443]

We agree.

[@nicholas3354]

I'm sure "Toby" has been thinking about that bobcat ever since. "Toby" feels bad about the dead ducks and will never forget that bobcat. "Toby" is a good framer too, and probably an even better KZbinr.

[@margie6534]

Perhaps add something about how Toby came to realize how everyone does something important on the farm--geese, chickens, etc.

[@shopiefraccount9782]

That could be a second book. 1. Toby dog learns his purpose. 2. Everyone on the farm has a purpose 3 welcoming new animals to the farm 4 Toby and Pablo are best buddies Ok that’s 4 books... lol Kids books don’t have to be long & the illustrations would be awesome

[@MilkmanCR]

Absolutly love the Long Boi runner ducks. Also, I propose we keep the name “Bucket Duck” for the duck with the foot problem. It is so funny

[@jennifermckinley2371]

I laugh every time he talks about Bucket Duck lol

[@emmalethmayfair9742]

Bucket duck at this point can not get another name.

[@fazbeark1ng]

bucket duck

[@SusanLBlish]

As a Author myself, I love the idea of a book about your farm! You should do this and remember the merchandise that goes along with that book alone. Things like Coloring book, T-shirts, lunch-box's, coffee mugs, etc. It may be time for you to get an assistant to help you out.

[@jenee7777]

Agree 100% with the merch idea! Please do a plush animal of Toby and offer it both on its own and as a book and plushy set. All the kiddos I know (and grown kids too!) love that combo.

[@colecolettecole]

@@jenee7777 maybe some real toby hair after the farmers sweater gets made

[@maxanderson8872]

Sequel should be about Toby having to keep mean trespassing hunters off the farm to protect both his flocks and his wild friends

[@MamaTtoB-P]

We are our own worst critics so just know that you are an amazing storyteller Morgan. I think kids of all ages from 1 to 100 will enjoy this story. God bless

[@lynnbetts4332]

I love the idea of a children's book. I think you just worked your way through to the ending. Good to have a moral learned at the end. For the illustrator, decide if you want more realistic pictures, or more caricatures. I prefer the more realistic, like the Peter Rabbit illustrations. I think the caricatures fit better with the short story small children's format.

[@SunraeSkatimunggr]

You are a natural story teller, so I would say the first draft was the best. My son is a natural story teller, as well, and when he was little I home-schooled him for a while. He really struggled writing, so I got him a voice recorder (you guys are about the same age), and told him to tell his story, then write what he said first, then start the revisions from there. I'm not saying how you should do this, just saying his first version was always the best. Dogs are so much into the smell of things...it may be cool to make note of the smells of all your characters, or emotions, or something.

[@piperleelee]

Good idea to have this book written coming from the perspective of Toby Dog. I would suggest a good illustrator for some of the scenes Toby envisions in this book. Curious about what the title of the book will be. Looking forward to when the book gets published.

[@jorgecastro1294]

It would be really cool to see Toby Dog looking at you getting cattle and struggling a lot because of it, so he realizes that the gentle farmer who gave him a home also doesn´t quite know what he´s doing, making him accept himself and gaining the confidence to become a true livestock guardian dog. I can tell you from personal experience that acknowledging that you don´t have to be perfect to get the job done is sometimes the boost you need to exploit your potential, and I think it´s a powerful message to give to someone from an early age

[@peekaboo010]

Maybe geese occupying Toby's house might be a small section.

[@MurasakiOnca]

I absolutely love the plot idea! You have a way with words. You could definitely tell spin off stories after Toby's. I would love to read the book no matter what the target age group is.

[@jaya1098]

You had me sold on children's book.and I'll be impatiently waiting sir. Thank you for letting us in even more of your life.

[@grantscribner7116]

Maybe have Toby's mom teach him stories of his lineage. His fearless grandfather and the like. Instill the young puppy with dreams and aspirations.

[@colecolettecole]

but is toby going to know that the mafia killed his grandfather ? & will the kids be told ? or would that be for a special crime edition which would also feature margie the murder chicken ?

[@MrEmm]

The story plot sounds good. I hope you will also add in the crazy farmer that screams all ducks go to bed and anthropomorphize some of the birds with names.

[@gencie684]

“All Ducks Go To Bed” already sounds like the title of a children’s book.

[@Valdagast]

Seems like the ducks have gotten used to the ramp. 4:59 Love Toby dog relaxing in the background. Edit: You may want to look into Campfire, which is software designed to help people writing books. Help keep track of characters, timelines, plot events, etc.

[@jatinjaryal2494]

Just a suggestion - Tobi should tell the story in the book As a grandpa Tobi to his grand children. It would be cool and give the view of The great Tobi.

[@lynnbetts4332]

A second book later on, with Toby teaching his protege what his job is on the farm.

[@XDM_Studios]

Sounds like a good story to me. I also hope that you will consider selling it as a audio book as a option.

[@colecolettecole]

great voice of the farmer

[@johannessordfarne4553]

Bring in the eco systems within eco systems and how the wild (including predators) belong. Not much, just so your way of living and thinking shines through.

[@jhzcqn]

I suggest a third person(cat) narrative, were Pablo barn cat is the narrator because he is probably the first animal in your farm and he's also the one who witness and experience the changes in your farm. :)

[@gencie684]

Honestly, I think Pablo should have his own book. Maybe he could be the narrator of Lil’s story? Going from not wanting an annoying little sister on the farm to realizing how much he loves her when she’s injured.

[@reneehardy9769]

If Pablo is narrator he would need to go with Toby

[@donnaml8776]

@@reneehardy9769 or he could tell it from a Toby telling him what happened type of narrative.

[@donnaml8776]

I love the idea of Pablo being a narrator. Oh that could take on a life of its own!

[@jenniferbolan9168]

Maybe you can make a little mini ramp triangle piece to set at the bottom so Jemima doesn't need to step so high?

[@ophidianblack]

I love the part about Toby overcoming the challenge of BECOMING, working through the social aspects, working through guilt, feelings of inadequacy and rising up after a perceived failure and finding his place on the farm. 👍 Also, tempering that perceived failure with some practicality, because this is the reality of farm life, predators will come, sometimes they win and you learn from it.

[@FrenzyAggressor]

with your recent video and the reality that Toby will someday leave the farm i would suggest adding a photograph of Toby with you at the end or beginning of the book, we usually take photographs of our pets but rarely do we include ourselves in them. Having a picture to honor Toby is important for the book I think, but remember that it's your story too, so don't forget to include a picture of yourself, your wife, and barn cats if possible. After all, it's his farm to protect and you all are a part of it too.

[@robertfallows1054]

The way you can make mundane things on the farm interesting and your knack for telling a story in your videos I think makes writing a book a no brained. Easy for me to say lol

[@rosemariegarrison4487]

Yes a story book would be great start with the first day of farming.

[@jeanikim-slesicki320]

I love the origin story and Toby’s bildog’sroman storyline is so true for humanity too! Nice job. Can’t wait to see it printed.

[@bettyboop6292]

Toby finding his courage & singing the song of his people!

[@alicjak700]

About the story... Considering how Toby acted with the cats you could consider changing the initial relationship - instead of having the cats teasing him, have them maybe ignore him and having Toby seeing Pablo as an idol? So cool and gracefull and respected - both by the animals and (in Toby's eyes) by the farmer. Seeing how Toby went so far to even share his food with Pablo it might be close to reality too xD

[@turdleturd1587]

Glad to see the ducks on the new ramp!

[@SD-wm4ge]

Morgan, this sounds suspiciously like your story, just told through Toby's eyes... :)

[@neverhomecompanion5087]

Your "mismatched" rooster is a beautiful bird - here's hoping there's a home for him

[@moritamikamikara3879]

There is, my stomach >:)

[@Psyphix85]

I think you could do this absolute justice in the style of Redwall, I adore the way B.J wrote them and still regularly read/listen to them as an adult and have passed them onto my Nephews who love them just as much, There are so many stories you could tell as you said. I look forward to reading it when you do finally publish!

[@DukeSR8]

The random poem sections in Redwall are annoying though.

[@mojoranstark709]

Great job on making an effort to diversify on your income. A children’s book will definitely help you out in these though times.

[@toothaching]

Whenever Id allow my old nemesis, Mr Analysis Paralysis, to take the wheel, my projects always get derailed. Its a hard battle for sure but one that can be won. Just go for it, you have an amazing story telling talent. And simple is always best. :) I cannot wait for the books to come out so that they can be added to our little library. Also, do they have to be illustrated? How about using photos instead?... Just a thought. As always, thank you so much for sharing your adventures!

[@ophidianblack]

Your videos mean a lot to me. I’m on my own bird adventure and have a cast of characters as well, and seeing you, your farm, your birds, your cats, and of course the awesome Toby Dog make me so happy. I follow along your story of plans, challenges, failures and successes while having my own, and it’s...just incredibly special. You inspire me, provide encouragement and help keep me on track. It feels like I’ve found a kindred spirit- and sometimes you just need that. Bravo! For all you do. Plus, every morning I wake up and survey my flock after my chores and get to watch one of your vids while having my morning coffee I feel so blessed to be alive and enjoy this...fun journey.

[@quasarsmom]

I'd be very interested in a book (particularly if a online version)! Something to consider, instead of opening with Toby on his farm, perhaps open with a minor problem on the farm (perhaps some fuss between the animals), it gives a reason for Toby in the beginning.

[@JulieonYoutube]

Please Please start a Patreon especially for your books... You have such a great Spirit and sense of humour and so much that you can tell in a colorfull way, I can definitely see your stories in childrens books that even adults will enjoy... hmm does that ring a rowling bell? :D ... With a Patreon specific for these journeys we the people could feel part of it, and exchange ideas in a more cozy setting! ... Bless You and your Family and your Farm!

[@cynthiaarmstronghopefulhom9672]

As a teacher of early childhood education, I found your story truly endearing. I hope you continued to be inspired by your wonderful barnyard animal adventures.💞

[@angelmackenzie6877]

Sometimes talking it out loud with someone, puts things in perspective and brings clarity to thoughts ❤️ Also, i really think a younger children’s book is in you!

[@janiefox3458]

This a great scenario to begin with, but...it's an ongoing story - so....when the new puppy comes - that will be Book 2

[@Youth3f3r]

I think you'll get some more time once your mind has left the building phase of the new goose house. Love what you're doing, and how Jem is being a typical stubborn old one, not enjoying the change in ramp. Keep 'er Goin' Morgan!

[@richardhutchison3123]

Morgan I told my 23 year old nephew about your channel. I know he is going through a rough time right now and explained that your channel is uplifting and very enjoyable. We all benefit from your channel. Thanks for being so dedicated! It is a great way to relieve stress and focus on something positive.

[@ophidianblack]

Love the outline of your story! If you’re thinking of how to wrap it up...go fiction for the end, have a new puppy show up and Toby will think about the start of the new adventure of teaching the puppy and reflect a bit on all he’s learned and how exciting and bright his future will be teaching the new puppy- totally open for a sequel 💗 Here for you, hit me and the rest of us up as sounding board any time! Brilliant idea to make a novel.

[@rygy729]

its just such a perfect situation for a childrens book seriously

[@kateceline99]

It just brings me joy watching your videos 🥺 especially toby dog who's the best farm dog ever, he deserves all the cuddles in the worlddddddd

[@Oleander_flower]

Yeah! 😊

[@agatasgarden6097]

I've been watching you for over a year now and you've been telling your story all along. I love how you describe the different personalities and dramas around the farm. The pecking order so to speak. I would write the book from the animals perspective. Start out before Toby comes to the farm. Something goes after the ducks and that prompts you to consider a dog. One of the ducks overhears you talking with your wife and gossip starts between all the animals. One of the chickens can be the farm gossip that spreads the news to each group. The buzz and excitement the day Toby joins the farm. And of course Pablo. He's a grump but wise, shows Toby the ropes and they become friends. The possibilities are endless. I'm an adult and I want this book! I may even share it with my niece and nephew lol.

[@B0TFrosty]

Honestly, that story sounds amazing! I'd be really interested to see the tales of Toby dog and the farm as a whole, certainly would be an unique read.

[@Sandy-is7wc]

consider adding an encounter with "bad" humans while he is away from farm, Black Beauty style. to teach cruelty vs compassion in treatment of animals

[@colecolettecole]

those trespassing hunters ?

[@amm2media472]

People say your farm should be a Children's Book (which I agree with), I say it should have its own show on TLC.

[@JamieMarzy]

If you write this book I'll buy one for each of the children in my life. Your farm is such a wonderful example of how to treat animals. I and a lot of other people would be honored to support you. My 2 year old son LOVES your videos. He watches and claps and sqeauls when he sees the birds.

[@ocean4763]

I hope you know that the perfectionism is holding you back and we would love any books you put out! It’ll feel so much better to just do your best and put it out into the world and move onto the next one. Love that it’s from the perspective of Toby too!

[@Zappyguy111]

You have a prime opportunity to talk about the wildlife when "toby dog" runs away, learning about another world and how the dynamics are different but the same and how the animals in the wild interact and gaining inspiration from... I guess, a black bear mum and it's cubs, and using what he learned to better protect his farm.

[@charylliss1472]

Definitely need to define your audience: Age level. A coming of age story! Get an editor who can tell you when to STOP rewriting. An illustrator? Why not use your wonderful photos!?

[@mandacole8703]

I'm so excited to read this book with my son🥰 it sounds like such a great story.

[@kc4941]

Sounds like a wonderful story! I see a whole Goldshaw Farm book series in your future.

[@TheSuzberry]

Just take your videos and turn them into an outline. Get a professional writer or editor. Get a great illustrator. You have a series of children’s books.

[@slashdotism]

You could make a point of Toby "finding his bark" since that's his primary way of defending the farm. Finding out that his own bark can make him seem like a formidable guardian to the local predators even though he's not quite grown up yet and that would give him confidence. Would be a good analogy to kids finding their own voice and have confidence in their words.

[@katiebrown9894]

This is a wonderful idea! If done right Morgan could do a whole series of true stories that have already happened on the farm. I think the parks and rec crew would make a cute story. Ginny and Molly story also.

[@mezziebee8447]

PERFECT STORY!!!!! I am a teacher in Puerto Vallarta Mexico teaching English to 4th graders! I would love to read this to the kids! I think they would love it!!!!

[@mavrickmatt7491]

Just went to Burlington to look at a college. My father past away yesterday. Thank you for the amazing heartwarming content.

[@leannemori9688]

So sorry for your loss, Mavrick

[@-Zippy2707]

With the illustrator, I think that a fan (that is also professional) would work great! So both of you know what the farm is about with will come off in the drawings (if that makes sense)

[@RWorley3sl]

The person who made the duck house picture was really good.

[@Ghostfrog]

Such amazing story telling skills!! Hope writing it goes well. I'm really excited and I'll be looking for it as soon as it's published!

[@ashmagardener]

Toby Dog is a Super Star. My three year old recognizes him on the TV screen every time we watch your Channel. She will get really excited and say "Mommy look Toby Dog!" It is so cute.

[@dennisberman4640]

Another GREAT story (and video) from Gold Shaw Farms. Thank you!!

[@arunaseecharan9105]

HURRY UP...I wanna give this book to my niece and nephew!!! You are a lovely storyteller which has kept me here for a year and a half now. CANT WAIT!!!

[@tarchia9092]

My 10 yr old daughter have been watching your farm for over 12mths now. We are very excited about a story book 🤩.

[@crochetcatcrafty]

One of the reasons I subscribed to your KZbin channel is your story telling abilities. Also, I love all of your animals and the kind way you and Allison treat them. The first video I watched was your story about you and a high school friend. I have never forgotten your wonderful story and your wish you could have told her your deep feelings of your friendship. I definitely would buy books about your farm. I collect children's books and your coming publications would be right at home. I absolutely love your channel.

[@hfangle13]

It will be a wonderful book! I, as a kid at heart if not in body so much anymore, hope to follow along with the story of the story(stories) you have to tell about the farm! You can do it, Morgan!! We, all of us, are rooting for you! Cheers

[@Samsocks1996]

You’re a great storyteller and it always brings a smile and excitement to me when I watch your new videos every time you upload. It sounds like you have a good plan in mind already of how you want to execute your children’s book. However one thing Id love to know more about is how many illustrations you’d be interested to have peppered in your book or if it was just the cover and what styles you’re looking at for the illustrations. You never know you may already have a fan of your videos who might be the perfect candidate for being your illustrator for at least this book. Whenever you’re ready to make that final leap you could do a callout for your fans and see how many portfolios come streaming in. As I mentioned previously your future illustrator already might be interested and you’re aren’t aware of it yet.

[@tinamariegregory3130]

The story sounds delightful. It seems to me, you , your farm , Toby and many of the animals are each an example of starting over, settling in and thriving, with challenges met and conquered. Sounds like a great theme to me ! God bless you .

[@gardenhoe1000]

Something I have enjoyed about your farm is the names that you give your animals and birds. I also really love the dynamic in the individual “neighborhoods” for lack of better terms. Love ❤️ the protagonist, Toby!,!

[@teiteika]

I think you've got a good foundation for the plot already! Because you didn't mention what areas you're second guessing in your third draft I'm going to spitball some potential things, but please don't feel you need to re-evaluate them if you're already confident in these parts: - Would it make sense for Toby to have a want/need clash that he resolves over the book? Like he wants his own farm or wants a particular role but needs to learn what he needs is to find his niche in the greater community or understand his true calling/strength? - How might the story change if Toby doesn't initially know he wants to/is supposed to be a protector? For example he just thinks he should be the boss/sheriff of the farmyard and be respected but doesn't first understand that respect comes with looking out for others (and learns it over the course of the book). Would it make Toby's journey more engaging? - Does Toby ever have any interactions with the bobcat before their big confrontation near the climax and if so does the bobcat interact with him in a way that changes his world view? For example, maybe around the mid-point Toby mistakenly thinks he's got everything figured out (could be like I'm biggest so I'm on top) and the encounter with the bobcat and something the bobcat says triggers a shift in his world view - Is the plot more of a hero's journey or a fish out of water finding their place? Obviously some overlap there but depending on what you're going for you might be able to better look at your plot structure and see if there's things that could be adjusted to make it stronger Lastly, it never hurts to ask someone to read it. For now it probably makes sense for it to be someone you know personally you trust can give you some good feedback. Make it a whole conversation; I usually find that plus having a full back and forth conversation on your proposed plot really helps jog fresh ideas. Good luck Morgan!

[@chickenguy95]

Your one of my most watched channels on KZbin! I grew up in a very populated city and my parents started raising chickens and ducks in our family backyard that was smaller then 1/3 of an acre and got me into the backyard farming lifestyle. Me and my wife are young millennials still trying to finish college and get our jobs so we can purchase a house. I joke with my wife all the time about how I cant wait to have a yard so I can raise waterfowl/poultry in my backyard again, I always tell her the stories about what goes on at your farm all the way over in Vermont and she rolls her eyes and goes your obsessed, I guess I live through you Morgan. If you create a children's book, I cant wait to buy it to read to my future children and hopefully be able to teach them how to raise and respect animals in our own backyard. Your an inspiration to many and I hope that you have much success in all your endeavors in life!

[@patriciamorrison5372]

Yes!!! Most definitely, I was telling my husband they should play your channel in schools, like on a recreation day. The kids get to choose what they want to do! But most definitely a book for Children. 😀

[@loriswain8140]

Morgan you are a kind and gentle soul. You have an amazing farm and you see your animals in a very different way. I love the back stories and names. Good luck with the book.

[@12thstcd]

love the ideas you through out there!! I like that you are choosing to go for the older age group.. You are an amazing storyteller...tell the story from your heart!!

[@christiensgarden3325]

I enjoy watching your videos because you are literally a storyteller every time we do a video and it’s so relaxing to watch the videos.. I think you should have a series and shoot for a release date near Christmas time so that your books can be given as Christmas presents

[@rachelsydenham2144]

You are a natural story teller. I think your story line for your book has wonderful potential and given your tallent for engaging people in your Goldshaw Farm adventures on KZbin now, your book is bound to be a success. Wishing you the best in your book writing endevour ❤

[@Lia-A-Eastwood]

Since 10 years I am writing and drawing on an farm animal adventure book for young people. That's why your channel inspires me a lot! (Just found your channel yesterday).

[@jenniferhoaglin566]

I absolutely agree with the title! I've thought this so many times. Your ability to tell a story, grab & keep attention is phenomenal. And the Farms Amazing. Waiting for the Book to buy for our Grandbabies.

[@Kimberly-ts8gg]

My son and I absolutely love your channel and we are looking forward to reading your book because, like many others have commented, you are a born storyteller. I respect your asking for advice but I’m sure you’ve got this!

[@revmcl1]

Morgan I love your channel. And a good portion of that is that you are a excellent storyteller. Just the creativity and naming your farm creatures makes me smile. I for sure will be ordering one of your books when you publish it. That is if you'll mail it to Canada. I'll be reading it to my great grand children as I'm going to live with them.

[@statusaeswave2979]

I am a poet and have judged several competitions. What I have learned is that you check your area for a writers' league so that you can joint a critique group and as you write it and share each chapter with the critique group. Also, read it out loud to yourself. Anything that trips you up -- draws your attention with a huh ? look at changing that, Don't go for perfection because it does not exist. Then have a person of the age you are writing for and let this person do a critique.

[@catherinehubbard1167]

Love your book idea. Coming of age and also learning he is not alone but an essential part of a farm where all the animals and people also have their own essential jobs. When it all comes together, he sees that the farm is alive and his true home of the heart. And it is true. I know you won’t make it too sugar-coated; the most important lessons are often learned through hard times.

[@Lexufi]

You’re a very wholesome person man I appreciate and look forward to watching your videos when you post them keep up the great work.

[@gaylef3477]

I can hardly wait to get a copy or two of your book - being a G’ma is great. You’ve got the knack for storytelling the way you give voice to all your animals, and Toby is the perfect character to start with. Best of luck to you with this wonderful project.

[@animewiccan4072]

As a writer, I am both inspired by your creativity, and very happy and proud to see a new writer coming into the world! I am so excited to read this book and any future books!!!! Keep up this cheerful motivation and you'll be perfectly fine! That and listening to writing advice is a great pastime to help your writing as well, not to mention it can give you more ideas! Good Luck!!!!!

[@LearningCurveAcres]

I can see it now, The Gold Shaw Tales - A Treasury of Stories . A beautiful volume of treasured stories that takes pride of place in bookshelves and bedside tables around the world. Keep at it Morgan!

[@sdtyler40]

Book idea “ Pablo Barn Cat finds his forever family “ Great book for kids growing up in foster care

[@missyflutter5562]

I am genuinely happy for you guys every time I see another project or success on the farm! So inspirational good luck on the next draft ☺️☺️☺️

[@alexismarieplourde8611]

I love hearing that someone is making stories about homesteading because there needs to be more! Id have loved to have read a book like you’re making when I was in elementary school. I was always looking for good stories following animals living in the human world because the vague and mysterious descriptions of the ways the humans interacted with the animals who couldn’t understand them was super cool. I can’t wait to possibly hear about how you describe how Toby interprets you. Not many of the stories I read growing up involved dogs who were trained or actually trying to cooperate to achieve goals with their human companions, so the homesteading aspects of Toby’s life make this an awesomely unique story concept to me.

[@pollyk3328]

Just write it. Don’t try to live up to perfection. No one can be perfect. Tell your story like you say it. We love your stories you tell us. I love watching the animals and birds.