Danny's Special Collection

"A family story told as tenderly as a family story should be."
Dr.Samuel Hazo, award-winning poet, accomplished playwright, Pennsylvania's first poet laureate, and author of dozens of books.

"Danny's Special Collection is a look at what it means to love through the eyes
of a special boy. A sweet reminder of the purity of a child's heart and the lessons
waiting to be taught in nature."
Tara Johnson, author of Engraved on the Heart and Where Dandelions Bloom with Tyndale House Publishers.

"This book stirred my heart and brought me to tears."
Mary Lou Rosien, International Speaker and author of One More Dance with Grandma and The Joy-Filled Broken Heart.

Danny and his sister spend many days enjoying serene walks together through the rolling farmlands behind their home. One day, Danny begins collecting items like stones, twigs, pinecones and more. As the story unfolds, we see Danny give each collection to his family and friends as he shares the impact they have had on his life. Through each collection, Danny creatively shows the challenges of a special needs family while highlighting their tender love for each other. This is a story for all families to enjoy, and to be inspired by!

Susan is a newspaper columnist, national blogger and published freelance writer. She is the author of The Gift Box, and this is her second children's book. She is also a business owner of Etiquette Chics, a modern etiquette consulting business and is often featured on local television with her two daughters sharing etiquette advice. Susan has a degree in Corporate Communications with a minor in Creative Writing from Duquesne University and a Master's Degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Her first children's book was a top seller on Amazon, and she has written many popular blogs and articles on topics ranging from military life to parenting. Susan's husband is retired Colonel with the U.S. Army, and she lives in Upstate New York with her husband, her four children, and her fifth fur-child, her beloved Scottish Terrier. She is a triplet, with two sisters, and sister to Danny, her loving, big-hearted brother, who was a special needs child and adult and to whom this book is written in memory. Susan loves spending time with her family, especially camping with her family in their RV.