Purchase books to raise funds for non-profit organizations
What is more delightful than finding a good book for yourself or for a child? How about when the purchase of that book raises funds for a non-profit organization? The work of writing, illustrating and publishing a book is intensive. Yet there are authors who write with the intention of helping others by dedicating their talents to supporting those in need.
Children’s Books:
Service Dog Dingo
Dingo was a lonely little dog on the streets until trainer Shawn took him in and trained him to be a Service Dog. Now Dingo is happy to be of service to his owner, Tilly.
Available in paperback, eBook, and audible.
By Dr. Linda Barboa and Jan Luck.
Penit! Publications, Illustrations by Savannah Horton.
Proceeds go to Dog’s Nation.
Dingo, Chien D’Assistance
This book is the FRENCH translation of Service Dog Dingo
Translations courtesy of Renee Vajko Srch.
Available in paperback, eBook, and audible.
By Dr. Linda Barboa and Jan Luck.
Penit! Publications, Illustrations by Savannah Horton.
Proceeds go to Dog’s Nation.
Super Thatcher Fights Cancer
Super Thatcher Fights Cancer is the true story of a precious four-year old’s battle with stage 4 neuroblastoma. Thatcher’s parents and friends share his story to help young children understand what happens when a friend is in long term hospital care.
Available in paperback, eBook, COLORING BOOK, and audible.
By Dr. Linda Barboa and Jan Luck, edited by Kristina Pfennig.
KIP Educational Materials, illustrations by Jen Beyers.
Proceeds go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Super Thatcher Lutte Contre le Cancer!
This is the FRENCH edition of Super Thatcher Fights Cancer.
By Dr. Linda Barboa and Jan Luck, illustrated by Jen Beyers.
KIP Educational Materials.
Translations courtesy of Renee Vajko Srch.
Proceeds go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Thanks, Grandpa, for Taking me Fishing!
The bond between a grandchild and a grandparent is a very special one. This story involving a girl and her grandfather sharing the experience of fishing reminds us to cherish the memories we share with grandparents. This short story reminds all of us that being kind to others, no matter how small the action, can make such an impact on someone’s life. For ages 5-6.
Available in hardcover and paperback.
By Vanetta Groetke, illustrations by Nikki Turvin.
Dorrance Publishing.
Proceeds go to Fish Tales.
Books for Adults:
Stars in Her Eyes: Navigating the Maze of Childhood Autism
“You have a healthy baby boy!” The words ring like church bells in the ears of new parents. But a child’s life does not always follow the road map created in the parents’ hearts. Small nagging signs give way to larger, scarier symptoms. Then the dreaded words: “Your child has autism.” These words echo in their heads like a freight train blasting through their hopes and dreams. This is a moment that forever defines their family life. Despite the rapidly surging rate of autism, they feel alone. Questions flood their minds. They face an overwhelming search for educational, medical, and social information. Stars in Her Eyes is designed to help parents and teachers navigate the dizzying maze of autism. The authors share heartfelt narratives from parents and teachers who have gone before and paved the way. Each contributor gives practical advice from her own unique experiences. Stars in Her Eyes includes powerful yet light-hearted vignettes relating to each topic. The reader will feel that he is sitting in the same room with these authors, enjoying the enlightening conversation of those living with autism on a daily basis.
Available in paperback and eBook.
By Dr. Linda Barboa and Elizabeth Obrey.
Amphorae Publications.
Proceeds go to STARS for Autism
Losing a Loved one, Finding Yourself
Losing a Loved One, Finding Yourself: Voices of Hope is a stirring anthology of love, loss, grief, recovery, and hope written by the people who experienced the loss themselves. Each story describes the tragedy suffered by the individuals and their families, how they grieved, and how they survived. Every author offers a unique perspective on loss, grief, mourning and recovery. Together they generously offer the reader insights on how they moved forward with hope for tomorrow. A thoughtful bereavement gift.
Available in paperback and eBook.
By Dr. Linda Barboa, Kristina Pfennig, and Jan Luck.
KIP Educational Materials.
Proceeds to charity designated by each chapter contributor.
Autism: What Schools are Missing: Voices for a New Path
With more than half a million children in the United States diagnosed with some degree of autism, public schools are struggling to keep up with the growing needs. The majority of these students are educated in local public schools, and those schools must now step up to the challenge. Schools have both a moral and legal responsibility to educate these children about both academics and social skills. Autism encompasses a very wide spectrum of behaviors and learning problems. The variety of traits they present makes it particularly challenging for teachers and schools to guide these children to adulthood. Autism―What Schools are Missing: Voices for a New Path examines the advantages and disadvantages of our public education system for those on the spectrum. This book takes a close look at the strategies and supports that have proven to be successful compared to those that actually increase the educator’s burden and limit the student’s success. Educators can use the practical strategies detailed in this book to build an enabling environment for this growing population.
Available in paperback and eBook.
By Dr. Linda Barboa and Dr. Brenda Bradshaw
Amphorae Publishing
Proceeds go to STARS for Autism
Miracle Moments: Helping the Rescued Become the Rescuers
When Shawn Abell founded Dog’s Nation, her purpose was to save dogs and train them as service dogs for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder or veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. In pairing these dogs with individuals with special-needs, Dog’s Nation ultimately saves two lives instead of just one.
Miracle Moments offers readers the opportunity to meet some of the special animals Dog’s Nation has rescued. There’s Jack who gently coaxed a veteran with PTSD out of the darkness where he’d been living for so long; Max, a scruffy little terrier who brought emotional healing to a girl with autism; Amy, a terrier-mix who averted a near-drowning, Charm, a golden retriever who gave an autism family a new lease on life; and so many more true stories that will inspire and warm your heart.
Available in paperback and eBook.
By Renee Vajko Srch.
Pen it! Publications.
Proceeds go to Dog’s Nation
My Puppy Dog Book: A Baby Book for Canine Moms and Dads
My Puppy Dog Book: A Baby Book for Canine Moms and Dads is a special book to record all the delightful moments you have with your new puppy, constant companion, a recent addition to your family, or the dog that has been a part of your life forever. Post the adorable dog selfies you take in this book. Tell the story of how you found your beloved friend and how they joined your family. Laugh over the memory of the chaos of your puppy’s first bath. Record all these moments that make your dog such a big part of your life in My Puppy Dog Book so you will remember them forever. Available in paperback.
By Kristina Pfennig.
Proceeds Benefit Dog’s Nation, and other dog and cat rescues.My Kitty Cat Book: A Baby Book for Feline Moms and Dads
My Kitty Cat Book: A Baby Book for Feline Mom’s and Dad’s is a special book to record all the delightful moments you have with your new kitten, constant companion cat, a recent addition to your family, or the cat that has been a part of your life forever. Post the adorable cat selfies you take in this book. Tell the story of how you found your beloved friend and how they joined your family. Laugh over the memory of finding your cat hiding in a shoe under the bed. Record all these moments that make your cat such a big part of your life in My Kitty Cat Book so you will remember them forever.
By Kristina Pfennig
STEPS: Forming a Disability Ministry
As members of the disability community, many stories and situations tug at our heartstrings. This is never truer than when we hear the pain in the voices of parents as they tell of being rejected in churches because they have a disabled family member. We hear the same scenarios day after day as we listen to parents tell of their failed attempts to attend church. Some are frantically searching for a solution. Others have given up and no longer even try to take the family to church. It is important for families facing the enormous challenge of raising special needs children to find religious support and have the spiritual edification they seek. They want this for themselves, and they need it for their children. STEPS: Forming a Disability Ministry gives the reader practical solutions for churches large or small wanting to serve these families.
Available in paperback and eBook.
By Dr. Linda Barboa and Shelli Allen.
Pen it! Publications.
Proceeds go to Steps Care
Whether you are looking for a book for a child or an adult, please consider one of these books! You will be doing yourself a favor and doing a good deed!
