Author DeAnna Shelley’s New Book, “Dancing with the Butterfly,” is a Heartfelt Book of How a Mother Communicates to Her Daughter Who Has Autism Through Letters & Stories
Dothan, AL, April 19, 2023 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– DeAnna Shelley has completed her new book, “Dancing with the Butterfly”: a collection of letters and stories written by the author to help her communicate with her daughter with autism spectrum disorder.
On how she came to write “Dancing with the Butterfly,” Shelley writes, “One day, I was having great difficulty explaining something to BreAnna, which was nothing new. She rarely understood complex topics. Therefore, my Christian counselor (a truly genuine and exceptionally wise lady) suggested that I write Bre a letter to explain my feelings better. I said, ‘There is no way this is going to work.’ She replied, ‘At the very least, it might make you feel better to write these things down, hon.’ So I did. My first letter to Bre was called ‘Prince Charming Was a Real Frog,’ a story about her dad.
“When I read this story to Bre, amazingly, she began to cry. I was stunned that she was actually getting what I was trying to say? That was the beginning. Once I had written a few stories/letters to Bre and read them to my counselor, she encouraged me to put these stories/letters into a book, which I did.”
Published by Hawes & Jenkins Publishing, DeAnna Shelley’s heartfelt writings are shared by the author in the hopes that others with autism or their loved ones can benefit from her stories, providing parents and guardians of children with autism a potential new way to communicate with them.
Readers who wish to experience this stirring work can purchase “Dancing with the Butterfly” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Hawes & Jenkins at 888-430-7450.
Author Denise A. Powis’s New Book, “Just be Yourself and No One Else!” Follows Three Punctuation Marks Who Try to Change Who They Are But Simply Cause Confusion
Copenhagen, NY, October 07, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Denise A. Powis, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoys painting, inventing, writing, and gardening, has completed her new book, “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!”: a heartfelt story that follows three punctuation marks who discover the importance of being true to themselves and what they do best.
In 2005, author Denise Powis received a bachelor of science degree from Empire State College, and she has worked for many years in the helping professions as a certified nursing assistant, home health aide, and substitute teacher for special education classes. At the present time, she teaches a Bible study/support group for women. In 1979, she won a 17 Islands National sailboat race.
In “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!”, readers are introduced to a period, an exclamation point, and a question mark who all long for a change of pace and decide to switch places one day. However, they soon discover they are not well suited for performing their new roles, and decide that they were made perfect for their original purpose.
Published by Hawes & Jenkins Publishing, Denise A. Powis’s engaging tale will delight readers of all ages as they discover the importance of accepting one’s self and being true to who they really are. With colorful artwork and a powerful life lesson, “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!” will help boost confidence amongst young readers, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page.
Readers who wish to experience this riveting work can purchase “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Hawes & Jenkins at 888-430-7450.
The release of Magical Musical Memories aligns with research indicating music’s capacity to reduce stress and rekindle recollection among people living with dementia. It also echoes widely shared experiences—from football legend Sir Alex Ferguson to the family of singer Tony Christie—of music’s unique ability to unlock the past.
Inside the Community Spirit
“From the songs that we danced to at our first school dance, to the albums that became the soundtrack of our lives, each memory is a testament to the moments that have defined us,” said Helen Davies-Parsons, Chief Executive of Dormy Care Communities. “Music can transport us back to a specific time and place. Through these recollections, memories will now live on.”
How to Buy the Book—and Support Local Charities
The coffee-table style book is priced at £15. Copies can be purchased by contacting any of the five homes directly; card payments can be taken over the phone and books can be posted. A portion of every sale will be donated to local charities.
