Where the town came from, and the family of storytellers behind it.
The Roots of Sleepy Hollow
Robert Yance Newton
Robert Yance Newton, the pen name of Hardy Cave, loved telling stories inspired by his family, childhood, and the people he remembered growing up with. To share those stories, he created a small tabletop publication called Granny’s Sleepy Hollow Rooster, followed by a self-published collection titled “The Book”. His stories, poems, and writings, along with contributions from family and members of his community, became the foundation of Sleepy Hollow Publishing. He planted the roots of the wonderful tree now known as Sleepy Hollow.
The Branches of Sleepy Hollow
Duane H. Cave
Duane Cave chose not only to preserve his father’s stories but to build upon them. Inspired by the people and places of his hometown of St. Helens, Oregon, he imagined an entire town called Sleepy Hollow. What began as a publishing name became a living world filled with memorable characters, traditions, adventures, and stories that continue to grow with each new generation of readers.
The Books
Discover the stories, characters, and creativity behind Sleepy Hollow, along with poetry from the Fireside Collection. From coloring and activities to quiet moments with a poem, there’s something for readers of different ages to enjoy.
The Sleepy Hollow Storybook Coloring Series introduces the folks of the town, starting with Volume 1, Granny & THE Rooster.
The Hollow News brings Sleepy Hollow’s newspaper to life through original stories, puzzles, and coloring scenes for kids and adults.
The Fireside Collection features poetry by Robert Yance Newton—a collection to read, reflect on, and return to.
The Hollow News Audio Series brings the town’s stories to life through narrated adventures. If you’d rather listen, this series is for you! Sit back and enjoy the humor, characters, and unusual happenings of Sleepy Hollow.
