Hank in the News
Upcoming Appearance in Corpus Christi, TX
April 9, 2013, Corpus Christi, TX Mr. Erickson will read a variety of selections and perform several songs from the Hank the Cowdog books for a program at A&M Corpus Christi, as well as several programs in local schools. Read the article: "John R. Erickson, Author of the Award-Winning ‘Hank...
"Dogs Who Write: Books Written By Canines", in Everett, Washington's "The Herald"
Dear Hank-Fan, Recently, Hank featured in an article titled, "Dogs who write: Books written by canines," by Leslie, a staff member of the Everett (Washington) Public Library: "We read the entire Hank the Cow Dog series out loud to our children. They are hilarious! Hank is the Head of...
Articles by John R. Erickson Published in WORLD Magazine
Dear Reader, We hope you enjoy this collection of articles that author, John R. Erickson, has written for WORLD Magazine over the years. Browse essays with titles like, "Childish Questions," "We're, like, damaging the English language," "Christians and Storytelling," and many more. Read the articles on WORLD Magazine's website....
Made in America, Christmas 2012 - Hank makes the list again!
Hi Hank-fans! Once again, Hank the Cowdog makes ABC's "Made in America" list! Link to full article at ABC.com (page 2, "Toys" section)...
Interview with John R. Erickson, Talking About Recording the Hank the Cowdog Audiobooks
From the Article: "The podcast with John Erickson: If you’re not a professionally trained actor, you’re in good company this week! In our interview, John explains how he came to narrate his Hank the Cowdog books without ever receiving any formal training. AND best of all, he gives...
Oklahoma Children's Theatre: Hank the Cowdog
Ever wanted to see Hank on stage? Here's a chance to do that! "The Head of Ranch Security is on the case when a boy runs away from home into a dark, scary forest possibly filled with coyotes, bobcats and monsters. Watch with the Oklahoma Children’s Theatre at the Children’s...
Author of Hank the Cowdog books gets achievement award at book festival in Abilene
Hi Hank-fans! Here's a great article about one of John R. Erickson's most recent awards for the Hank the Cowdog series: "John Erickson, author of the Hank the Cowdog series of mystery books for children, was presented with the A.C. Green Award, an annual honor given to a notable...
Cowdog Unites Generations: Author to be Honored at West Texas Book Festival
"When John Erickson wrote the first stories about his most well-known protagonist, his intended audience was adults — farmers and ranchers. To his surprise, the tales he wrote for The Cattleman magazine introducing Hank the Cowdog in 1982 appealed to all ages. 'It was...
"Hank the Cowdog" Author to Appear in Post
Hi Hank Fans! Live near Post, TX? Make sure to stop by John R. Erickson's reading! Link to full article in The Garza Post...
Review of Hank the Cowdog Books
Hi Hank-fans! Here's a great review that we think you'll enjoy from the parent of a Hank reader! Link to full review in "5 Minutes for Books"...
Review of the Play: "Hank the Cowdog and Monkey Business"
"I'm not entirely sure if the majority of the audience at the world-premiere performance of a new musical Thursday at the Tulsa PAC was quite aware of the significance of the event. These theatergoers were more interested in learning that they would get to be a...
"Hank the Cowdog is a Good Series for Young Readers," article in The Examiner
"This series offers humor, interesting characters, and short chapters . . . [and] amusing trouble." "You will be surprised at the enjoyment of the series." "Hank the Cowdog is a Good Series for Young Readers" Entire article in the Examiner...
Mark your calendars! Hank the Cowdog musical coming to Tulsa, OK this summer!
June 21-24, 2012: "Hank the Cowdog and Monkey Business," presented by Tulsa Repertory Musicals. Adapted by Rogers State University professor David Blakely from the popular series of children's books by John Erickson. The musical will be performed in the Doenges Theatre in Tulsa, Oklahoma. "Hank the Cowdog and Monkey Business...
Connect-2-Texas: Live Video-Conferences with the Author!
Hi Librarians and Teachers! Ever wanted to have Mr. Erickson speak to your students, but don't think that's a possibility logistically? Read more about the author's live webcasts to schools around the state of Texas and what those virtual author-visits look like! Link to full article, "Darby Students Interact, Learn...
Book Review for Hank #50, The Case of the Most Ancient Bone
Hi Hank-fans! Here's a great review from a young reader that we think you'll enjoy! Link to full review in "Books Are Better Than Icecream...
Author Appearance in Atlanta, TX Schools:
'Hank the Cowdog' Author to Visit Atlanta Elementary: Excerpts below: Atlanta Elementary School will be visited by celebrated children’s author John R. Erickson Wednesday, Feb. 29 at the school. There will be two story periods. beginning at 8:30 a.m. Erickson will read excerpts from his books and perform some of...
Hank Reader in the News: Young Reader Reaches One Million Word Mark
Hi Hank-Readers, Check out this Hank-reader's story! Excerpts below: How long does it take to read a million words? Just ask Show Low’s Linden Elementary School second-grader Kathryn Shea Middleteon, who goes by Shea. She is the first second-grader ever at Linden Elementary to read one million words, 1,044,410 the...
Hank the Cowdog Movie - Update on Production!
"The new arrival [Ralph Boral] will serve as COO and executive in charge of production and is already involved on Odyssey’s in-the-works animation Hank The Cowdog. Boral brings a broad-based skillset to the job, having served as director of finance, systems and special projects at NBC as well as...
Made in America - Christmas 2011
Shopping "Made-In-America" this year? You'll be happy to hear that the Hank the Cowdog books made it onto ABC's Christmas 2011 list of All-American companies! Made in America - Gift Ideas...
Hank on the Silver Screen
That's right, Odyssey Pictures has roped in "Hank the Cowdog," launching pre-production on the feature animation project about a smart-alceck canine who heads security on a Texas ranch. Read the Variety Article Read the Yahoo article Wall Street Journal article...
Pet Life Radio Interviews John R. Erickson
Visit the link below to hear an interview with Hank's author. Pet Life Radio Interview...
Catching Up: John R. Erickson, Story in the Texas Co-op Power Magazine
"Catching Up: John R. Erickson - Panhandle author has sold more than 7 million books about a cowdog named Hank," by Charles Boisseau Excerpts below: John R. Erickson is arguably one of Texas’ most successful writers and storytellers. So how come you probably have never heard of him? It may...
Hank in "The High Calling" by Howard E. Butt, Jr.
"Author John Erickson started submitting his short stories in 1967 while working full-time as a cowboy. But by '82—with two new rejection slips and his wife pregnant with their third child—a few stories here and there weren’t enough. John borrowed money to start his own publishing company..." Read...
