Meet Homer! He’s not just any jackalope—he’s the traveling jackalope!

Have you ever seen a furry rabbit with horns travel across America over the course of twenty-plus years? Well, now you have—because that’s exactly what Homer, America’s traveling jackalope, has done! From big rig trucks and cars to trains and planes and even a hot air balloon, Homer has used various modes of transportation to visit different areas across the US, making friends and spreading joy along the way. Whether he’s exploring well-known cities or camping in national forests or state and national parks, he loves meeting people from all walks of life.

In Homer, America’s Traveling Jackalope, discover a magical jackalope of North American folklore that has traveled thousands upon thousands of miles over two decades. Join Homer on his travels from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean and from Mexico to Canada, and experience the joy and spirit of fun he has shared with people across the country. With engaging illustrations based on pictures of the real-life Homer with his many friends all over the US, this enchanting children’s story will encourage readers to embrace adventure and bring happiness to those around them with even the simplest gestures.

About the Author:

Richard Lamb has lived quite a storied life, having been an educator, sailing instructor, and truck driver. He even has a background as an author, having published A Ghost in Maritime America in 2023. Richard enjoys using Homer to put a smile on people’s faces in campgrounds, motels, and cafés as well as at events as he travels. He is eager to more broadly share the joy that Homer brings with the publication of Homer, America’s Traveling Jackalope!