The Cleverness of Crows: The Inspiration Behind “The Order of the Poop”

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As reported in The Times newspaper today, Friday the 24th May 2024, crows have once again been recognised for their impressive intelligence. These clever birds can distinguish numbers from 1 to 4, showcasing their remarkable cognitive abilities. Ranked high in the pecking order of animal intelligence, crows continue to astound researchers and bird enthusiasts alike. … Read more

Invitation to Honour the Fallan at Normandy

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Dear Residents of Spalding and South Holland It is with great pride and reverence that we acknowledge the unwavering support of our community towards our veterans and military events throughout the year.  Your presence and participation in commemorating the fallen on significant dates such as VE Day, VJ Day, Armed Forces Day, and Armistice Day … Read more

Another Written ‘Order of the Poop’ Book Review

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Thank you so Henry much for congratulating me on the publication of my first book, “The Order of the Poop”. It’s truly heartwarming to receive such kind words about Cyril Crow’s adventures. I’m delighted to hear you enjoyed the book. Your support is important to me as a newbie author. Here’s what Henry had to … Read more

Crows Can Grieve Too

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As I have previously mentioned in my blogs, crows are highly intelligent and social birds.  They are complex sentient beings which extends to their response to death within their communities. When a member of a crow community dies, whether it be due to natural causes, predation, or accidents, other crows often gather around the deceased … Read more

Celebrating the Intelligence of Crows and the Beauty of Wildlife

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Today, I would like to share with you my journey which led to the creation of The Order of the Poop. My inspiration for writing the book was, and still is, my admiration for the intelligence and ingenuity of crows. Crows have long captivated me with their remarkable intelligence and complex social interactions. These highly … Read more

A Memorable Book Signing at St Mary’s Church, Whaplode

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Christine and I met up with some friends recently to celebrate the yearly Snowdrop Walk which takes place in St Mary’s Church, Whaplode in Lincolnshire. The snowdrops as per recent years were glorious.   Whaplode Church, however, also served as the picturesque setting for my first-ever impromptu book signing event and a celebration of the launch … Read more

A Heartfelt Thank You for Your Support of “The Order of the Poop”

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Dear Readers and Supporters,

I’m absolutely overwhelmed with gratitude as I write this blog to express my deepest thanks to each and every one of you for embracing and supporting me as a first-time author of “The Order of the Poop.” Your enthusiasm, encouragement, and unwavering support have truly touched my heart, and I am immensely grateful for the love you have shown for my book.

First of all, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all those who have purchased a copy of “The Order of the Poop.” Your decision to bring Cyril Crow’s mischievous adventure into your homes means the world to me. It’s a humbling experience to know that my storytelling has resonated with readers, both young and old. I’m filled with gratitude for your decision to embark on this journey with me.

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The Order of the Poop has a mention on LincsOnline

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A huge thank you to Katie Green from Iliffe Publishing for the recent Order of the Poop press announcement.  It’s very much appreciated.

The article reads:

Former South Holland District Councillor Rodney Grocock releases first children’s book
‘The Order of the Poop’

A former district councillor has elected to follow his passion for storytelling – and has now published his first children’s book. Rodney Grocock, of Pinchbeck, has released ‘The Order of the Poop’ with Pegasus Publishers – and hopes it will be the first of many works now that he has switched his focus from ballots to books.

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