Deanie is a children's book author with 4 books published: Tails of Sweetbrier, winner of the silver medal in the Feathered Quill Book Awards,Charlie the Horse, Charlene the Star and Charlene the Star and Hattie's Heroes. Tails of Sweetbrier has also just been selected as a finalist in the CLIPP Awards.Deanie specializes in books with positive messages for children. All of my books are beautifully illustrated by my sister, Holly Humphrys-Bajaj.
She's a graduate of the Institute of Children's Literature. She's been featured on several author websites. You can visit her website to find out more: www.childrensbookswithlifelessons.com. Her website has inspiring stories about amazing kids. You can also download a free chapter of her book there. She's been interviewed by Don McCauley on www.theauthorshow.com about my award-winning book, Tails of Sweetbrier. You can listen by going to their site and clicking on Tails of Sweetbrier in the non-fiction section.
<p>It’s hard to be committed to anyone when you don’t know whom to trust.</p><p>Alexis Toles, a former FBI agent turned undercover CIA agent, is quickly finding that out in Nancy Ann Healy’s newest political thriller, <i>Commitment</i>.</p><p>Alex embeds in a secret organization of intelligence operatives known as The Collaborative. Its partners include operatives from the CIA, National Security Agency, FBI, US Department of Defense, and an entanglement of foreign intelligence agencies.</p><p>It’s about half a year after the death of President John Merrow, a friend and someone she respected. But she remains committed to overthrowing The Collaborative as she works with a onetime adversary who believes the organization’s involved in the president’s death.</p><p>Meanwhile Alex; her wife, Cassidy O’Brien; and Cassidy’s son try hard to live as a family but must first overcome personal struggles, including a nasty custody battle with Cassidy’s ex-husband, Congressman Christopher O’Brien. The family has their own share of secrets that, if unleashed, could affect their hopes for the future.</p><p>There’s no place to turn without discovering people who are not who they claim to be. That can’t stop Alex. She must remain committed to the cause, both at home and as she works against The Collaborative.</p>
I had been looking for a job as a medical coder, but was unsuccessful. One morning, in 2009, I had a strong intuition to write my autobiography to inspire children. I'm glad to have made that decision! I'll be featured on the Authorshow.com soon to talk about this book!
<p><strong style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);">5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational and Motivating. A Must Read!</strong><span style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);">, July 8, 2013 </span><br style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);" /><span style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);">By </span><br style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);" /><span style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);">Sarah (USA) - See all my reviews</span><br style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);" /><span style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);">This review is from: Tails of Sweetbrier (Kindle Edition) </span><br style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);" /><span style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);">The parents of Deanie Humphrys-Dunne were told that their little girl, who was born with a physical handicap that was eventually diagnosed as cerebral palsy, will never walk. This is devastating news to any parent as it was to Deanie's, but her father refused to accept the decree and announced that his little girl will learn to ride horses.</span><br style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);" /><span style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);">The power of a young girl's passion, perseverance and determination and the effect of a family's support, love and commitment, are celebrated in this remarkable true story of an extraordinary individual. Deanie, pursued her dream with tenacity and persistence, and against many odds achieved success in the very demanding world of competitive horse shows. This wonderfully inspirational story begins with a challenge to young readers that would make it difficult for them to put the book down. Deanie asks "Have you ever really wanted to be able to do something, but you came across a roadblock of some kind?" and goes on to inquire "Are you going to follow your dream, or are you going to push it aside without even trying?"</span><br style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);" /><span style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);">Deanie Humphrys-Dunne's generosity in sharing her story so that others may be motivated to pursue their dreams, no matter the challenge, is admirable. Take advantage of the opportunity, acquire the book and be inspired! "Tails of Sweetbrier" is heartily recommended for readers of all ages.</span></p> <p> </p>