Don't Eat Bees! is the original and official double Royal Dragonfly Book Award™-winning book by Lisa Loucks-Christenson.
Don't Eat Bees! by Lisa Loucks-Christenson was released on December 23, 2019, and by January 2020 it had become a #1 Amazon Hot New Release in Children's Dog Books. The listing specifically notes: "Launched and hit #1 Amazon Hot New Release Children's Dog Books ... as of 1/11/2020 8:43 AM"1.
“I trained my dog who became a hero, King of Bees, and a legend.”
Notice of Copyright and Trademark Infringement
To: Penguin Random House, Dev Petty, Mike Boldt, Bertelsmann, Amazon
I am Lisa Loucks-Christenson, the original creator and rights holder of Don't Eat Bees!—a tribute to my dog, Dale, whose story and likeness have been featured in multiple series I have written and illustrated. My book, Don't Eat Bees!, was published and available on Amazon years before the release of Dev Petty’s book. In January 2020, my title launched as an Amazon Hot New Release under my registered Bow Wow Detectives® brand.
Infringement and Misrepresentation
You have used my book title, tagline, and unique story elements, including my dog’s character and the series branding, without authorization.
You have sought awards and recognition for a series and tagline that are not your original creation, misleading buyers and the public.
Amazon has ignored multiple DMCA notices regarding stolen works on its platform, suppressed my original title, and blocked my attempts to list The Art of Don't Eat Bees!—the true story and art of Dale, the bee-eating dog.
Dev Petty’s book was given editorial preference on Amazon, despite my work’s prior publication and established success.
Timeline and Rights
My award-winning story was published first and recognized as a Hot New Release on Amazon in January 2020.
Don't Eat Bees! and related series are protected by copyright and trademark law, with documented first use and continuous publication under my brand.
Consumer Notice
Penguin Random House, Dev Petty, and Mike Boldt are not the creators of Don't Eat Bees!—they are copyists of my original work. Any claims to the contrary are false and constitute consumer fraud. Purchases of Don't Eat Bees! not sold through my official channels may infringe on my rights.
Ongoing Action
As an investigative reporter, I will be publishing a detailed report on these infringements and the lack of response to my DMCA notices. I reserve all rights to pursue further legal action and to inform the public of these ongoing violations.
For authentic copies of Don't Eat Bees! and the art book telling Dale's true story, please purchase only through my official store, Peacock Books & Wildlife Art.
This statement asserts my authorship, timeline, and rights, and puts all parties on notice regarding the alleged infringement and my intended actions.
Don't Eat Bees Comic: Dale and Ibby the Bee Advenures
First Comic published and for sale at Peacock Books & Wildlife Art - July 2019.
Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025
Thank you for supporting the pre-order of HEAVEN CAN REST!, Book 2 in the DON'T EAT BEES!™ series. The book was scheduled to be released on April 29, 2025, but I'm pulling it. I'm pulling the third book from Amazon too. For the record, it did hit Amazon Hot New Release in the Children’s Ebooks Dog category, reaching as high as #2 on the charts—an achievement that feels especially fitting for the second installment. While I cannot confirm if it briefly reached #1, I am grateful for the enthusiastic response from readers and for making this release a success.
However, due to ongoing and repeated copyright infringement—including nine of my titles (which were only ever released on Amazon in e-pub format) appearing on pirate sites—I have made the difficult decision to no longer release new books through Amazon. This includes my digital editions. Ebooks and personalized copies will now be available exclusively through my own retail store, Peacock Books & Wildlife Art, and my trusted network.
I deeply appreciate every reader who has supported my work and helped make this new book’s launch so successful. At the same time, these challenges have forced me to reconsider how and where I share my creative work. While I will never stop creating, I am weighing whether to continue publishing new titles publicly during my lifetime, given the ongoing risks of theft and unauthorized distribution.
Releasing Soon:
Stay tuned for more updates and upcoming releases through official channels only. Your support helps protect and celebrate the original stories and art that honor Dale, the legendary bee-eating dog, and ensures these works remain authentic and secure
HEAVENLY HIVES HEIST!
These books are in Lisa's archives (created in 2015 and beyond) but they will not be released to the public:
DON'T EAT SKUNKS!
DON'T EAT CATS!
DON'T EAT ROAST!
The art cards, merchandise, and products are available in stores carrying
the Lisa Loucks-Christenson Product Line.
CALL TO ORDER: (800) 928-2372 Toll Free USA
Lisa Loucks-Christenson's award-winning story about the heart of a dog!
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Lisa Loucks-Christenson's DON'T EAT BEES!™ Series is published by Bow Wow Detectives® DON'T EAT BEES! is licensed to Story Antics® personalized and published by the Story Antics Personalized Books™ division featuring our new customers and established clients' dogs that match names in our names database. Further customizations are available to the story but only available time basis. Simply call us to discuss your idea. |
Old ad published in 2019-2020 (evidence, now).
Don't Eat Bees!
Written & Illustrated by Lisa Loucks-Christenson
In loving memory of Dale Bernard Von Smaragdhügel
Born: 9/11/2004
Died: 2/02/2019
Photo: ©2008 Lisa Loucks Christenson | Dale and Lisa in the field on Lisa's Bald Eagle Documentary
Don't Eat Bees! (The official and original story, not the plagiarized and copyright infringed upon copy produced by a big five publisher!)
Don't Eat Bees! is the author's literary tribute to Dale, her real bee-eating, German Shepherd.
Lisa trained Dale to sit for hours in the woods alongside her, while she worked on her bald eagle documentary (above photo). Dale learned how to unzip her bag and get his own water bottle. Why drink the creek when spring water is readily available in Lisa's work a bag? Once, he had to retrieve her hat that he'd sneaked off with and left in the woods––a half mile away at their last stop. On Dale's 14th birthday, Dale didn't snap up his steak, he knew not to touch his t-bone steak sitting on the plate at his feet until Lisa was ready to take his picture. Lisa says that Dale could be trained to do anything that didn't interrupt his favorite pastime of chasing and snacking on bees. Dale was never stung.
Don't Eat Bees!
Dale, the bee-eating German Shepherd hits bee-gold when he unwittingly snatches up a tasty queen!
The queen's sister (a retired queen bee, herself) offers Dale the deal of a lifetime and beyond––if he’ll free her sister. Dale accepts the deal, but can the foolhardy dog give up his bee-eating and chasing habits, forever,
and keep his heavenly reward?
Written and Illustrated by International Award-Winning Author and Illustrator Lisa Loucks-Christenson
To order:
(800) 923-2872
Sold Exclusively at in-network stores (and the eBook is on Amazon from time to time)
https://www.peacockbookswildlifeart.com/collections/all/products/dont-eat-bees
If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to have your original work targeted, here’s my experience: After years of building Don’t Eat Bees! and my art, I discovered a live icon on my website that would flash a red light and display a warning when someone tried to access information about my book or art. The message read:
“We don’t recommend you buy Don’t Eat Bees! There is not enough information on it on the internet.”
This warning didn’t appear for any of my other books—only for Don’t Eat Bees! This level of interference is not only suspicious but also damaging to my reputation and business. I have already called out the parties involved, initiated a lawsuit, and reported the incident to the FBI and other relevant authorities. Copyright infringement and targeted sabotage of this kind are taken seriously by federal agencies, especially when there is evidence of coordinated action or substantial impact.
If you’re facing similar issues, know that you are not alone. The FBI and other agencies have resources and reporting channels for intellectual property crimes, including copyright infringement and digital sabotage. It’s important to document everything and report suspicious activity to the appropriate authorities.
As for the coincidence of another author releasing a mushroom book after seeing my work in that niche, while the topic overlap isn’t direct copying, the pattern of behavior is concerning. If someone is so interested in my concepts, perhaps they’d like to move in and take notes—or I could just mail them my ideas. But in all seriousness, protecting your work is critical. When you see targeted, unusual activity—especially something as specific as a targeted warning on your site—ask yourself: Who stands to gain? Who has a vested interest in suppressing your book or misleading your readers?
For now, I remain vigilant, continue to defend my work, and encourage others to do the same. If you experience similar interference, don’t hesitate to take legal action and report it to authorities who specialize in intellectual property protection.
The original sketchbook is created in original black and white pencil illustrations, the art for the book is created in pastels by both by Lisa Loucks-Christenson.
Publisher: Bow Wow Detectives® | Childhood & Lifetime Books™
The cover image shown is not the actual book cover but represents the awards and the timeframe when Don't Eat Bees! was an Amazon Hot New Release (January 2020). The Royal Dragonfly Awards for the book were announced in October 2020.
All personalized books are handcrafted by Lisa Loucks-Christenson and are limited by her available time. These books are sold exclusively as her schedule permits.
Personalized titles such as Don't Eat Bees!, Blustery Tuesday!, Harley Hippo & the Crane Game, and His Name is Scooter! can be ordered with names from Lisa’s character database or customized for an additional fee. Production and shipping typically take 4–6 weeks. These personalized books and other works under the Story Antics® and Story Antics Personalized Books™ brands are available exclusively through Lisa Loucks-Christenson’s authorized retail stores, including Peacock Books & Wildlife Art.
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Attention: Australian Authorities, Retailers, and Consumers
Story Antics® is a registered trademark in Australia, and Don't Eat Bees! is an official product published and personalized under this mark. The original story and illustrations for Don't Eat Bees! were created by Lisa Loucks-Christenson, who is the sole creator and rights holder.
As a registered Australian trademark, Story Antics® grants exclusive rights to use, license, and protect all products under its brand, including Don't Eat Bees!. The book, comic, and related products are protected under both the Trade Marks Act 1995 (Cth) and Australian copyright law. Lisa Loucks-Christenson also holds common law trademark rights in her tagline, “From the Original Creator of Don’t Eat Bees!” due to first and continuous use in commerce, which is recognized in Australia as a 'first-to-use' jurisdiction.
It has come to our attention that Amazon is selling a book by Dev Petty titled Don’t Eat Bees, which closely imitates Lisa Loucks-Christenson’s original work. Additionally, the use of the tagline “From the Creator of Don’t Eat Bees” by Dev Petty and her publisher constitutes misleading and deceptive conduct under Australian law, as they are not the original creators of Don't Eat Bees!. Such actions may mislead consumers and infringe on both registered and common law rights.
Further, the artwork and design elements in the infringing book—including the depiction of a hound dog, font style, and arrangement of the title—closely replicate protected elements of Lisa Loucks-Christenson’s original works, supporting claims of artistic infringement.
Purchases of Don't Eat Bees! or related products not sold under the official Story Antics® or Lisa Loucks-Christenson channels may be counterfeit and infringe on registered and common law rights. Consumers are advised to purchase only from authorized sources to ensure authenticity and compliance with Australian intellectual property law.
Lisa Loucks-Christenson has actively promoted Don't Eat Bees! through international media, her official store, and permanent exhibits. Any attempts to discredit or block access to her work—including misleading website pop-ups or false claims about product authenticity—are being documented and addressed as potential violations of consumer and intellectual property rights.
For further information or to report suspected infringement, please contact the official Story Antics® or Lisa Loucks-Christenson channels.
This notice is issued in accordance with Australian trademark and copyright law to protect the rights of the original creator and to inform the public and industry of ongoing enforcement actions.
We request that Australian authorities, including the Australian Border Force, recognize the registered status of Story Antics® and the inclusion of Don't Eat Bees! as a protected product. Any counterfeit, unauthorized, or infringing copies of Don't Eat Bees! or products bearing the Story Antics® mark, or falsely using the tagline “From the Creator of Don’t Eat Bees,” should be seized and destroyed to protect the rights of the original creator and trademark holder.
Don't Eat Bees! is protected under the registered Australian trademark Story Antics® and by Lisa Loucks-Christenson’s common law rights.
Any unauthorized use, reproduction, or sale of Don't Eat Bees! or its associated taglines is a violation of Australian trademark and consumer laws.
Lisa Loucks-Christenson is the original creator of Don't Eat Bees!; any claim to the contrary is false and misleading.
For verification of trademark status or to report infringement, please contact Lisa Loucks-Christenson or her authorized representatives.
This notice is provided to protect the integrity of Australian intellectual property law and the creative legacy of Lisa Loucks-Christenson. The book series and tag line are as of April 25, 2025 on Amazon.co.au and infringing on Lisa Loucks-Christenson's intellectual property and registered trademark, Story Antics.
Lisa Loucks-Christenson’s books and original art are sold exclusively through Peacock Books & Wildlife Art and her authorized retail network. Due to widespread piracy and copyright infringement—over 19 of her titles, including Only Cookbooks, Hallowinks, and Courtly Cottontails, have been found on unauthorized sites—Lisa has limited digital and print distribution to her own stores and network. Ebooks and personalized editions are available only through Peacock Books & Wildlife Art, and occasionally a title may be listed on Amazon, but this is rare and typically short-term.
This exclusive approach is a direct response to ongoing theft and illegal distribution of her work, especially titles previously available on Amazon, which have appeared on numerous pirate sites. Lisa actively enforces her rights, issuing DMCA take down notices and urging readers to report piracy. If you wish to purchase genuine, authorized copies of her books or comics, Peacock Books & Wildlife Art is the only official source.
Accept no imitations—this is the original and official Don't Eat Bees!™ series, not the plagiarized or copyright-infringed versions produced by other publishers.
© 2015- Lisa Loucks-Christenson IP Art. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED