Author David Brennan to discuss his book at Little Professor

Local author David Brennan will discuss his new book, “Baby Gangs of Athens” from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at Little Professor Book Center, 65 S. Court St., Athens.

According to the book summary, “The Baby Gangs of Athens” shows the lives of the babies who live in Athens and Athens County. The baby gangs — East Side and West Side — have alliances and rivalries. Every year, they prepare for the big baby drag races held at the Athens County Fair.

Adults do not know that each baby gang works toward winning the baby drag race and being proclaimed, “Athens County’s No. 1 Baby Gang.” While the babies train to be the best, they, like adults, also use intrigue and tricks to gain the upper hand.

Readers see Baby Ben, a member of the East Side gang, being accused of crimes against puppies and kittens.

But Baby Ben, with the aid of his friend Jewell and his gang, may yet prevail. Readers follow the babies’ training regimen and the history of baby gangs in Athens. In fact, we learn of other baby gangs throughout Ohio and beyond. In the end, the babies race before thousands of spectators at the Fair. Who will win the big prize of being the best baby drag racer and whose gang is proclaimed the best gang?