No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author. This book is a work of fiction. All characters, locations, and situations are the product of the author’s imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, locations, or events is entirely coincidental. Editorial Services by Sandstone Editing www.SandStoneEditing.com Cover Illustration by Dave Kang www.DaveKang.4ormat.com For Mom and Dad Thank you for teaching me the love of stories and for believing in me. THE DINOSAUR FOUR I THE CAFÉ [ 1 ] The ticking sound began while Lisa Danser counted out change at the register. Dammit, what now? Strange noises usually meant something was about to break. She had sunk every last dollar into The Daily Edition Café and could not afford any serious repairs.
