Donna Mae Smith, Author
Writing beautiful stories to withstand the test of time.
Washington's Drummer, Alex Milliner Maroney
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General
George Washington
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James Armistead Lafayette
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Jill and Randy, Owners of Patriot Tours & Provisions
When I am in a hurry, Jill and Randy let me take a shortcut and run through their store. Sometimes, well frequently, I stop for a snack.
Jill and Randy are my friends! They said so!
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Kitty born at sea: A Kitty adventure #1
Meet Kitty! He was born in Mexico and becomes tough as he grows up at sea. As he learns to protect the big boat, Betty, Kitty shares many exciting adventures with Captain, Momma, and Rod. They sail Mexico, along the shores of Florida, and up the east coast to Virginia. As Kitty learns, he begins to long for adventures on the land he can only see through Betty's ports. That day unexpectedly comes.
Find out how Kitty handles loneliness as he tries to find a home. His life-changing adventures will warm your heart.
"Amazing book! The writing made the entire experience so real I could almost feel the salt spray in my face! I read the book to my 3 year old Niece and her 8 year old brother and they were captivated the entire time. They asked many questions and wanted to know what happened to Kitty and the gang after the book ended. We are all anxiously awaiting the next volume in Kitty's adventures!." (Amazon review)
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NIGHT vARMINTS: A KITTY ADVENTURE #2
Kitty's next adventure finds him living on land. Oh, how he loves the nightlife when Magnolia Grove Estate is his to roam. One night, lights and suspicious activity on the Severn River give Kitty much concern. He fears for the safety of his river, for his many animal friends, and his family. After all, animal and human life depend on healthy water!
Discover Captain's plan to catch those varmints. And marvel in the secret that Kitty and his mother share and use to unite the humans and the animals to save their homes.
"Kitty is addictive. After reading the second adventure, we look forward to the next!" (From a valued fan at a book-signing.)
Discover Captain's plan to catch those varmints. And marvel in the secret that Kitty and his mother share and use to unite the humans and the animals to save their homes.
"Kitty is addictive. After reading the second adventure, we look forward to the next!" (From a valued fan at a book-signing.)
A Kitty adventure coloring book
featuring scenes from Kitty's first three adventures:
Kitty Born at Sea, Night Varmints, & Yorktown Secrets
scheduled to be released early September
Coming this fall!
Jack the Cat Goes to School
Story • Coloring Book • Activities
Jack the cat must win teacher over!
I lovingly dedicate this future book to Pop and Dog, two best friends now forever together with Momma.
KITTY BORN AT SEA
- Autographed paperback
- Special requests welcome
- Shipping Included in North America
$12
Hardback
- Beautifully bound
- Special requests welcome
- Shipping included in North America
$21
NIGHT Varments
- Autographed paperback
- Special requests welcome
- Shipping Included in North America
$14
Hardback
- Beautifully bound
- Special requests welcome
- Shipping included in North America
$23
About Me
Raised on Virginia rivers as a waterman's daughter who really disliked shoes, it is my nature to write about animals, nature, and adventures at sea. I have been told my books warm the reader's heart. I will add more about me as I think of things that may interest you.
Darrell & I got married in Las Vegas at the famous "The Little Church of the West". Elvis Presley & many famous people married here. Mom, Pop, Heidi, me, Darrell, Johnathan, Rosa, Stanley, and Rachel Ann.
One of the few photos living in Hawaii.
This is the original motorsailer, Betty,
used my books.
Waking up at the beach!
More baby brothers: Bill, Dave, & Steve.
They live in California, too!
Darrell, me, my brother Stanley, & Lori visiting the famous wild Carolla Horses at the Outer Banks in North Carolina.
A favorite photo I took!