Donna's Books



Title: Angel’s Forever Home

Authors: Rita Gigante and Bobbie Sterchele-Gigante

Co-author: Donna McDine

Illustrator: Renie De Mase

Genre: Children

ISBN: 978-1-64307-11-3

Publication Date: March 2019 (Pre-orders available now with immediate delivery)

Pages: 32

Price: $14.95 hard cover

Publisher: Mascot Books www.mascotbooks.com

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Synopsis: Angel knows he is lucky to be one of the few dogs rescued from the Chilean earthquake, but now he finds himself with challenging physical limitations and in need of a new family. Facing his fear of rejection for not being like other dogs, he embarks on a journey that teaches him the importance of patience, courage, and the willingness to open his heart to others. 

AWARD:
  • Purple Dragonfly Book Award Honorable Mention
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Title: Dee and Deb Off They Go Kindergarten First Day Jitters

Author: Donna M. McDine 

Illustrator: Jack Foster 

Softcover ISBN: 9781616336998

eBook ISBN: 9781616337001

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Synopsis: The anxiety of finding one’s own place and friends in kindergarten without the comfort of having her fraternal twin sister nearby at first overwhelms Dee until she realizes even without her fraternal twin sister, Dee and her classmates for the most part are in the same boat.

 AWARDS:
  • Purple Dragonfly Book Award Honorable Mention
  • The Story Monster Approved 2015 Award
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Whale poachers children's book

Title: A Sandy Grave
Category: Chapbooks for Tweens
Author: Donna M. McDine 
Illustrator: Julie Hammond 
Hardcover ISBN: 9781616334543; 1616334541
Softcover ISBN: 9781616334550; 161633455X
eBook ISBN: 9781616334567; 1616334568 
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 SYNOPSIS:

 The anticipation of summer vacation can put anyone in a great mood with the excitement of adventures to be had--especially at the beach. But what is a group of friends to do when they discover mysterious men poaching whale teeth at the beach?
AWARDS:
  • Purple Dragonfly 2014 First Place Picture Books 6 and older
  • The Beach Book Festival 2014 Honorable Mention
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  • The Story Monster Approved 2014 Award
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Title: Powder Monkey
Category: Academic Wings
Author: Donna McDine 
Illustrator: KC Snider 
Hardcover ISBN: 9781616333843; 1616333847
Paperback ISBN: 9781616333850; 1616333853
eBook ISBN: 9781616333867; 1616333863
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 SYNOPSIS:
Forced into a life at sea by the Royal Navy Press Gangs, 12-year-old Tommy Kitt finds himself in a floating sea of misery. Poor living conditions and beatings occur daily. Despite his small size, Tommy must summon the courage and physical ability to prevail in a situation he cannot escape.
AWARDS:
  • Purple Dragonfly Award 1st Place
  • The Story Monster Approved 2014 Award
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Title: Hockey Agony
Category: Chapbooks for Tweens
Author: Donna McDine 
Illustrator: Julie Hammond 
Paperback ISBN: 9781616333607; 161633360X
eBook ISBN: 9781616333614; 1616333618

 SYNOPSIS:
Peer Pressure and Honesty many times go hand-in-hand.  What is Larry to do when his teammate asks him to cheat when he is given the responsibility to run the clock during the big hockey game?  Outwardly, it may seem he will follow suit, but his conscience tells him otherwise at the moment of truth.


AWARDS:
  • Purple Dragonfly Book Award Honorable Mention
  • New England Book Festival Honorable Mention
  • The Story Monster Approved 2014 Award
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The Underground Railroad children's book

Title: The Golden Pathway
Author: Donna M. McDine
Illustrator: KC Snider
Genre: Children 8-12/Historical Fiction
ISBN: 978-1-61633-081-1 paperback; 978-1-61633-082-8 ebook
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SYNOPSIS:
Be transported through time to the Underground Railroad, where high-pitched screams echo each night. David’s cruel Pa always chooses the same victim. Despite the circumstances during slavery, David uncovers the courage to defy his Pa.
Raised in a hostile environment where abuse occurs daily, David attempts to break the mold and befriends the slave, Jenkins, owned by his Pa. Fighting against extraordinary times and beliefs, David attempts to lead Jenkins to freedom with no regard for his own safety and possible consequences dealt out by his Pa.

AWARDS:
  • Literary Classics Silver Award and Seal of Approval Recipient Picture Book Early Reader
  • Readers Favorite 2012 International Book Awards Honorable Mention
  • Global eBook Awards Finalist Children’s Picture Book Fiction
  • Preditors and Editors Readers Poll 2010 Top Ten Children’s Books
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Anthology


Title: Insecure Writer's Support Group Guide to Publishing and Beyond
ISBN: 9781939844088
Pages: 235
Cost: FREE

SYNOPSIS:
Tapping into the expertise of over a hundred talented authors from around the globe, The IWSG Guide to Publishing and Beyond contains something for every writer. Whether you are starting out and need tips on the craft of writing, looking for encouragement as an already established author, taking the plunge into self-publishing, or seeking innovative ways to market and promote your work, this guide is a useful tool. Compiled into three key areas of writing, publishing, and marketing, this valuable resource offers inspirational articles, helpful anecdotes, and excellent advice on dos and don'ts that we all wish we knew when we first started out on this writing journey. 

Available – 
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Barnes & Noble
Kobo
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