NEW BOOK FOR PARENTS, LEADERS AND ALL AGE READERS...
THE DONKEY AND THE SEA TURTLE
Can the Donkey make his dreams come true?
(Hard Cover Books Direct)
(Hard Cover + E-Book via Amazon)
THE BLURB:
A heartfelt story for all ages about a frustrated donkey who dreams of building a home
and starting a family, only he is too busy working every day to focus on his dream.
He is jealous of a sea turtle that he watches build a home for his own family with great
strength and focus. Why can’t he be more like him?
A woman on the beach offers to help the troubled donkey with a magical solution to
his problem. Will the magic work? Can the donkey see the truth of the situation?
Can he make his dream come true?
PRAISE FOR THE STORY:
Great story. Great wisdom. The Donkey and the Sea Turtle conveys a message that good blokes and their kids need to hear!
Mike Dyson
Good Blokes Co.
Sometimes a story comes along and tells you exactly what you need to hear. A powerful parable reminding us why we strive and not to lose sight of what's right in front of us. A must read for all ages.
Alecia Hancock
Keynote Speaker & Writer
I'm not gonna lie, a couple of tears went down my face. It's a mesmerising piece of art.
Thank you.
Alex Martucci
Entrepreneur, Curlad
ABOUT THE BOOK
After experiencing anxiety, panic attacks and depression first-hand, this story was originally written for my own personal reflection. As a way of challenging my thinking patterns, I had labelled the creative, intuitive and expansive part of my mindset a Sea Turtle, and the fearful, stubborn and egoic perspective a Donkey.
When I shared it with family and friends it quickly became obvious that I should publish it for people of all ages to enjoy.
The story’s aim is to serve as a reminder that, no matter the current situation, you have everything you need within you to create the life of your dreams—spoiler alert, you are the Donkey and you are the Sea Turtle.
Jenny Kostner’s brilliant illustrations have made the story even richer and I hope you enjoy them.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
As husband to Tash and father of Olivia, William and Nicholas, I’m committed to living life pursuing my purpose and setting the best example I can for my family and others.
Journeying from professional services to corporate, to experiencing mental health challenges, burn-out and then growing businesses. I’m now a writer, podcaster, business coach and consultant. It’s been a journey with many lessons that I intend to share in my storytelling.
You can find out more about me over at
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