Feathers in a Flap is a happy-ending children's story about a man and the colorful birds in his back yard. The birds in the story are afraid of the man and believe that he is mean, though this is not at all true. In fact, the man loves having the birds in his life, and he, indeed, has a very happy spirit. He cares for his bird neighbors constantly by setting out food and water. However, the birds ignore the man's offerings. He is perplexed by this and often appears sad as a result. As the story continues, the reader sees how this misperception evolves. A mischievous character, with his "feathers in a flap", is not only the problem, but, through very unexpected circumstances, also the solution to everyone getting along. Feathers in a Flap, in a thoughtful and richly illustrated way, incorporates important life lessons: the ripple effect of lying; judging people (or things) by appearance alone; and finally, respecting the cohabitants in our lives.About the Author: The author received his master of science degree from the University of Iowa in 1972. He was a graduate teaching assistant in the university's Museum of Natural history where he began studying birds. He served as director of two history and science museums soon after graduating. Presently, the author is the Web Administrator for the Office of the State Courts Administrator in the Florida Supreme Court. He is an avid writer, bird-watcher and watercolorist. Mr. Pollock has had several one-person shows in his community. He is also the author of 300' x 35 Miles: Corridor to the Past.