All kids have adventures. Most happen every day in their real lives while others are experienced in their imaginations and through the stories and books they read – and may one day write. ...I used to know a kid just like that, really well, who one day grew up to be writer. And that kid? Well, he turned out to be me.

"The Water Tower" is a great short story adventure for middle grade readers 8 to 12 years old. Not only is it a good read in its own right, it's guaranteed to encourage young readers to keep at it, to read the next story or book and the next one after that.

And do you know what? The really special thing about "The Water Tower" is that, except for a few details, it's a true story. ...Sort of. Mostly.