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AUTHOR

SPOTLIGHT

Debbie L. Hepner
Debbie L. Hepner

With educational degrees from Weber State University,
University of Utah, and Utah State University, Debbie taught
in the Davis School District in Utah for 30 years.

Now retired from teaching, she writes children's stories.
Some of her stories were inspired by experiences with her
grandchildren.

She has published five books and received four awards.
Two Independent Press Awards, A Global Book Award, and
a Mom’s Choice Award.
Besides writing, she likes to travel, go on long walks, ride her
bike, and go to the gym.

A boy, a toy, and grandma's comforting words come together
in a magical dream that relieves the fear and anxiety in a
young boy. Grayson receives a remote-controlled dragon for
his birthday, but it scares him, and he jumps into grandma's
arms. With grandma's love and comforting words, Grayson
slowly overcomes his fear of the big orange dragon. Late at
night, when the dragon comes to life, the magic starts.

"It was funny with the cat holding on
over the bumpy roads. The pictures
were good"
Emily 6 years old

Acee enters the annual ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) race with her
cat Bub, who is along for the ride of his cute little life! Children of
all ages will laugh when they see Bub hanging on as they
encounter rocky paths, steep cliffs, dusty trails, rickety bridges,
muddy water, cute animals, and much more.

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