Read the inspiring story of a young girl who finds a special friend and goes on to become a role model for others.
Katrina and Winter: Partners in Courage by Nancy Stewart is the authorized biography of Katrina Simpkins. Born with a birth defect, Katrina walks with the assistance of a prosthetic leg. But she yearns to be a normal girl. On a family trip to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium in Clearwater, Florida, Katrina discovers Winter, a dolphin who was fitted with a prosthetic tail after being caught in a crab trap. Katrina’s relationship with Winter soon evolves into a way to help others with special needs.
Nancy Stewart and I have worked together to promote the first two books in her Bella and Britt picture book series. Here, the award-winning author turns her attention to non-fiction, sharing the inspirational story of Katrina Simpkins. You can read a post here that shares how she came to be the writer for this authorized biography.
This is such a wonderful story, which is complemented by stunning photographs. The reader watches as Katrina evolves from a shy child to confident young lady who has inspired many. I especially enjoyed the close relationship between Katrina and her sister, Sara. It’s touching to see how much her sister believes in her.
I had only heard a bit about Winter’s story before this book. It definitely made me want to learn more.
Kids of all ages will enjoy this moving story.
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Available in hardcover, softcover, and PDF.
- Hardcover:24 pages
- Publisher:Guardian Angel Publishing, Inc (April 25, 2012)
- ISBN-10:1616332425
- ISBN-13: 978-1616332426
- SRP: $19.95
- Paperback:24 pages
- Publisher:Guardian Angel Publishing, Inc (April 25, 2012)
- Language:English
- ISBN-10:1616332433
- ISBN-13: 978-1616332433
- SRP: $11.95
I received a PDF copy of this book from the author. She paid me to promote this book with a virtual book tour through Pump Up Your Book. That fee did not include a review. I received no monetary compensation of any kind to share my honest opinions.
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Many thanks, Cheryl, for this wonderful review! I appreciate it and working with you both as fellow authors and with Pump Up Your Book! We’ve taken several journies together in the blogosphere, and I look forward to many more!
Thanks for stopping by, Nancy. Glad you liked the review. This is such a wonderful book. I wish you much success.