Books published by publisher Dorrance Pub Co

How Would You Feel If You Were a Kite? takes young readers on a journey through the sky using only their imagination. Would you feel scared if you could fly? Or would you be empowered? Author Linda Harrington's desire to describe explanations and facial expressions led her to write this endearing book in which children could express their feelings through a means they normally couldn't. About the Author Linda Harrington is a retired grandmother who has lived in Appleton, New York, most of her seventy years! She enjoyed reading to her children and grandchildren so she decided to try her hand at writing. She's currently involved with the Ohana Reading program at Olcott School. Harrington hopes to be able to read her book to the students there! About the Illustrator Erin Harrington is currently a senior at Newfane School. Her talented artwork has won her several prizes and acclamations. She plans to attend college next year to study sports statistics.

Every time his bus passes the high school, Charlie is mesmerized while he watches the kids play on the tennis court. When his principal announces that there will be an afterschool tennis program for kids his age, Charlie signs up right away. All he can think is, "I want to play!" About the Author Alison Mays is a physical therapist and a certified USPTA (United States Professional Tennis Association) tennis professional. She based Charlie Wants to Play! on many wonderful hours spent on court teaching children to play tennis and encourage healthy living. She is honored to have been the 2017 recipient of the USPTA Florida Stars Award for development of grass roots tennis programs. Mays is hopeful her book will encourage parents and children to read together, and then hit the courts! This is her first book, look for more tennis adventures in the future!

What happens when the spirit of life is taken away too soon? This is something that twelve-year old Everett knows all too well. Time brings him closer to his best friend, Katie, a confident girl who has a zest for everything in her life. However, when Katie becomes gravely ill, Everett wants to provide her everything she desires from life, including marriage. But how is that possible? Inspired by real childhood friends, Forever and Ever is a story about determination and faith in the darkest of times, and will leave its reader with the satisfaction that unconditional love overcomes all. About the Author Ethan Porter lives in Tennessee with his wife of twenty years, Loring, and their two teenage sons, Owen and Brady. He is a fifth grade public school teacher, and his students serve as his inspiration. Helping to guide these children in their growth has been very rewarding. His personal role model is Charlie Brown, as Ethan is the eternal optimist, who dedicates himself to relationships.

At sixteen, Yamaries has already lost both her parents when she faces a new tragedy. Now she's being visited by a demon from another dimension. But who is truly good or truly evil? Maybe the line isn't always clear. Drawn into an ancient battle, Yamaries and her aunt must fight to protect their family. About the Author Daisy Rodriguez is married with four children and two cats. Ever since she was a child, she has loved writing and she has a particular fascination with Halloween and horror stories. She resides in Reidsville, North Carolina.

For fifteen years, Marcella Rabwin was in regular association with the most legendary actors and actresses in the history of film. She assisted them, went to parties with them, and even developed lifelong friendships with some. Her nostalgic memoir Yes, Mr. Selznick: Recollections of Hollywood's Golden Era is an endearing reminiscence about her employment as executive assistant to Hollywood producer david O. Selznick who is best known for producing the renowned classic, Gone With the Wind. In this intriguing and charming work, Rabwin candidly describes private moments shared with such stars from Hollywood's premier Golden Era as Lucille Ball, Carole Lombard, Judy Garland, Desi Arnez, and Marilyn Monroe. In her many years working in Hollywood in the 1930's and 40's, Rabwin saw some fascinating off-screen spectacles, witnessed exclusive feuds between the stars, and found herself part of some of the most devastating human tragedies. Rabwin collected memories of ! ! this Hollywood era privy to few and is bound to captivate-even shock-readers with her revealing recollections.

Max is an old dog, but that doesn't keep him from learning some new tricks. When his Mom takes him on an adventure all away across the ocean to a village in Africa, Max meets some fascinating new animals--and new human friends too! About the Author Max is a fourteen-year-old dachshund who loves peanuts and long naps. Ruth Calkins was born in New York City in 1927. She is widowed, with five children, and spent a career working for the World Medical Fund. She and Max traveled to Malawi together for the entire summer of 2016.

Private eye Mathew "Duke" Hazzard is a feline who'd rather sleep and surf than do anything resembling work. But when Ralph Bravo, the magnate and mastermind behind the Doggie Crunchies Empire, is found all four paws up--dead--only one cat in town has the wits to connect the dots and discover the killer. Think of it as Philip Marlowe meets Fritz the Cat. Set in the twin towns of CatsCamp and Dogstown that straddle the Beaver Butt River just as it meets the ocean, this tongue-in-cheek murder mystery takes you in and out of the surf zone and local taverns before culminating in a high-speed chase down the rugged Left Coast. In the meantime, Duke gets his share of scrapes--as any tomcat does--with his best friend Trapper, a big black lab born to surf; the gorgeous Gloria, dead Ralph's young widow; Police Captain Ursalik, a big old grizzly counting his days till retirement; and the criminal de Katz brothers, a couple of ferocious felines who may just be mixed up in murder. About the Author Chip Weinert is a former magazine and newspaper writer, editor, and associate publisher. He was a professional windsurfer for twenty years. He now lives (and surfs and windsurfs) on Oregon's Rogue Coast with his wife, his furry four-footed children, and an out-of-control garden. Stay tuned for the next book in this series, A Curious Cat Wags a Fishy Tale, coming soon.

For Breakfast I Ate a Peanut Chew(R) is an incredibly endearing short story that children of all ages will enjoy. By the end of the rhyme, the reader will undoubtedly find themselves craving this temptingly fun and delicious snack! About the Author Author Elizabeth Pearson Welsh lives with her husband and their dog, Wrigley, outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She grew up in Haverford, Pennsylvania, where she attended the Agnes Irwin School. She graduated with her BSN from the University of Virginia and currently works as a nurse practitioner in college health. Welsh is an avid runner, rower and enjoys hikes with her family. She is also a long-time member of the Undine Barge Club of Philadelphia. Besides writing, she also enjoys knitting. About the Illustrator Illustrator Berrie Torgan-Randall has been an artist all her life, beginning in grade school and continuing through high school with all A's in Art class. She studied at Syracuse University earning her BFA. Pursuing her desire to work with children, Berrie returned to school and earned a masters degree in Information Studies (Library Science) at Drexel University. In addition to freelance work, and raising a family, she has written and illustrated her own books as well as books for private clients. Check out her website at www.berrietr.com

Children are often the forgotten survivors of family members who suffer from brain disorders. In My Two Moms, Shari is the young daughter of a bipolar mother. Shari's story of life with her mother reveals aspects of bipolar disorder that deeply affect her. With courage, love, and foresight, Shari tells her story and, in doing so, teaches us about this brain disorder. About the AuthorArlene Smith and her husband were mental health advocates for children in their communities. In Lansing, Michigan, they were licensed foster parents. A graduate of Michigan State University, Smith and her now deceased husband, Wesley, moved to Virginia to pursue careers in education and theology. Her husband attended Virginia Wesleyan University, while she taught English with Virginia Beach City Public Schools and worked on her M.A. at Old Dominion University. However, they were still deeply concerned about children who were emotionally disturbed. Soon they became licensed, therapeutic, foster parents with D.S.S. of Virginia Beach, Virginia. They joined N.A.M.I., received additional training, and continued advocating for children and adults with brain disorders. Smith has published a collection of poems, contributed to anthologies, and served the Filipino community of Virginia Beach as a contributing writer for a Filipino historical text. Smith has won awards for her poetry, for her work as a therapeutic foster parent and for teaching. Today Smith lives in Michigan. An avid traveler, she describes herself as a citizen of the world. She continues to write about Shari as Shari encounters classmates with various brain disorders and learns to understand and assist them in her own way.

Peter loves pancakes and believes that he has the perfect recipe, complete with butter and syrup. However, everyone's idea of the perfect pancake is different, and he soon discovers that those differences are good! But even more important than a perfect pancake is the time spent with family and friends. About the Author Teresa Gaydosz is a retired public school teacher. She encourages all children, including her twelve grandchildren, to read and to enjoy the journey through the pages of a book. She lives with her husband of over forty years in Western Pennsylvania and has a passion for books, gardens, and her own homemade cookies and pizza. Ms. Gaydosz is also the author of The Cupcake Princess. About the Illustrator Pamela Kate Hoffman is a graduate of the Savannah College of Arts & Design in Savannah, Georgia. Peter's Perfect Pancakes is the second book Ms. Hoffman has illustrated. She has recently returned to Western Pennsylvania from Savannah, and lives with her husband, daughter, and several four-legged pets.