Welcome
I’m Doug Bayliss, a Pennsylvania author with a love of storytelling and a soft spot for characters who find adventure in unexpected places.
A Youthful Spirit
- Follow mysteries with adventurous friends, Billy & Mia
- Enjoy the humor and adventures of the The Brontos.
- Chase Whiskers the curious cat, and her cosmic friend, Zoe.
Take a look around, there’s always something waiting to be discovered (I’m always editing).
Billy and Mia Mysteries
What begins with two curious children exploring the countryside, grows into a world of hidden treasure, coastal secrets, and adventures in the sky.
Follow Billy and Mia as they grow up facing mysteries that test their courage, strengthen their friendship, and lead them to places unexpected.
Browse the Series on Amazon →What Readers Are Saying
“Well written and excellent book to share with tweens.”
— Amazon reader review of The Night Lift, May 20, 2026
“This is an easy-to-read, fast-paced book.”
— Reader review excerpt for The Night Lift
Whiskers’ Adventures
Meet Whiskers, a curious white cat with a talent for finding extraordinary adventures. Alongside Lily, Max, and their otherworldly friend Zoe, Whiskers discovers that even an ordinary day can hold a little magic.
Vividly illustrated stories bring together friendship, kindness, and the wonder of discovery.
Find Whiskers’ Books on Amazon →What Readers Are Saying
“A cute and enjoyable story with adorable, vivid illustrations…”
— Amazon reader review of The Rainbow Egg
“This was a lovely and sweet story children will love to read.”
— Gingerwood, Booksprout review of The Star-Spangled Sky, July 20, 2026
The Brontos Comic Strip
A bunch of dinosaurs, an unpredictable time portal, and plenty of opportunities for things to go sideways. Join the Brontos as they stumble into new places, learn big lessons, and find humor along the way.
Read The Brontos Comics →The US Bill of Rights | The Brontos Learn About Freedoms
Become a Bill of Rights Explorer! The Brontos help young learners explore the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution through friendly illustrations and examples they can understand.
These printable workbooks include vocabulary, then-and-now comparisons, activities, and a Rights Explorer Certificate of Achievement. A helpful resource for families, homeschoolers, and classrooms.
Shop the Bill of Rights Collection on Etsy →Shop Bill of Rights Workbooks on Etsy
About Me
After a career in finance and information technology, I returned to a lifelong love of creative writing. These days, I write children’s adventures, mysteries, historical fiction, and stories drawn from my own life—with curiosity, humor, and a little wonder along the way.
Personal Narratives, Poetry & Reflections
Some stories come from imagination. Others come from the moments we carry with us. Here I share memories of family and working life, poems about love and loss, and reflections on the everyday experiences that continue to shape me.
My Creative Writing →A Collection of Narratives, Poetry & Reflections
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