Rusty the Ringtail

When the sun sets over the Mingus Mountains, Rusty’s workday begins.

High above the Verde Valley in the historic town of Jerome, Arizona, a quick-witted ringtail named Rusty keeps a watchful eye over the Little Daisy Mine. As the official Night Watchman, he’s the guardian of the mountain's secrets while the world above sleeps.

​Rusty’s quiet routine is turned upside down when he discovers an unexpected partner: Jimmy, the shimmering ghost of a 1920s mine burro. With Rusty’s natural agility and Jimmy’s spectral wisdom—plus a touch of ghostly magic that lets them take to the skies—the two form an inseparable team.

​Their nocturnal journeys take them far beyond the copper tunnels, soaring over the red rocks of Sedona, across the towering pines of the Mogollon Rim, and into the vast majesty of the Grand Canyon. From the depths of the earth to the starry Arizona sky, their adventures bring the history and folklore of the Southwest to life.

​Rusty the Ringtail is a charming, atmospheric tale of friendship and discovery. Perfect for listeners ages 4–8, this audiobook invites children to explore the "Ghost Town" of Jerome and Arizona's most iconic landmarks through the eyes of the Official State Mammal.

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Release date

Audiobook: May 30, 2026