Author Description

Terrence Tullgren tells the fresh and inspiring story of a young boy who overcomes embarrassment and learns self-love. Donnie experiences bullying at school over a visible birthmark. His mother helps him observe animals in the woods near his home and how they all appear different. Donnie learns that differences in appearance indicate individuality. This special experience inspires Donnie to gain self-confidence. The book provides a simple way for any child to understand that self-esteem is a basic human value. The story is beautifully told, in words any child can easily relate to and understand. The pencil-line, retro illustrations by Charles Gibson hearken back to a time of old fashioned values as they skillfully complement the text and reinforce this important lesson. The cover intentionally features black and white images so that the reader has no preconceived notion of how to color within, therefore fostering each child's innate creativity and imagination. The result is a must-own book for any child. Tullgren weaves a story both touching and impactful for young hearts and minds. Donnie Learns Self Love is the third book in the Donnie Learns series on values for young people.