When the Mayor Himself decides the town of Someport-by-the-Sea needs a new fire engine the Fire Chief picks a shiny, bright red one that has all the latest tools needed to put out fires. The new fire engine is the joy of the children in town and the pride of the firemen and townspeople alike. But after many years the fire engine becomes old and worn until everyone begins to laugh and call it Rusty. Sad and forlorn Rusty is ignored and forgotten. Then during the 4th of July parade in a summer like no other, Rusty saves the day in a most surprising and unusual way.

About the author- With a doctorate in Sociology (Tufts University) and a Master of Public Health degree (Harvard University) Joe Fisher speaks to the topic of the consequences of life-threatening medical emergencies from a professional as well as personal perspective.

As the author of three books, as many book chapters and over 20 peer reviewed articles, Joe's work has received praise from Publishers Weekly, The Miami Herald and the New England Journal of Medicine among others.  

About the Illustrator- Jaye Boswell is a graphic artist and art educator enjoys pen and ink drawings, water colors and acrylic paintings. In December 2015 Jaye received the first annual “Ding Darling Brush of Excellence Award” for Environmental Artist of the Year.