Tony Di Giosia: 4 books

This short ghost story is part of the Garner Tales series, inspired by Garner State Park in Uvalde County, Texas. Designed to be shared around a campfire, the series is part historical fiction, tall tales and ghost stories.

Fish Soup is told in the Texas tradition of the tall tale. Part of the Garner Tales series of campfire stories inspired by Garner State Park in Texas, this short story is part historical fiction, but mostly tall tale.

Part of the Garner Tales campfire series inspired by Garner State Park in Texas, this folktale in southern vernacular is about a jackrabbit who, in the process of trying to impress his best friends at a potluck supper, finds himself in a heap of trouble. In the end this group of southern critters manages to come through as close as ever (and Jack learns his lesson).

Texas folklore is rich with colorful characters and their exploits. Some of the stories may sound far-fetched, but in every story told and retold is a touch of truth. This is one of many stories surrounding a famous Texas Ranger by the name of William “Bigfoot” Wallace. Another in the Garner...