This book, The Purply Princess, was written and designed by Linda Culbreth. The artist was Leigh Rampley. Feel free to leave a comment, if you wish.
Linda has some creative writing tips and book design videos, as well as a free book on encouragement, How To Eat An Elephant, over at http://www.bookdesignbylinda.com
RANDOM COMMENTS from others:
The story brings a flood of wonderful memories to mind as I watch Erin and Gracie
become friends. As a teacher of students with disabilities, I have had several
students with Down Syndrome. The sincere and unconditional love Gracie had for her
family and friends is the type of love I witnessed over and over in working with
special need students. This story is a keeper and a must read for all families of
children with or without disabilities.
I have taught special education for over 30 years, most of that time spent in
Jackson R-2 school district. (Jackson, Missouri) ~Debbie Lusk
My five year old daughter, Laney, LOVED this book!!!! She said: “even if people have something wrong with them I will still like them. God made them that way and God is GREAT!” Also she says “He has lots of miracles like the three of them being best friends.” I also enjoyed it as a mother! Perfect way to explain this to a child. ~Robin Shy
A wonderful story from a very talented lady! The Purply Princess will be a hit! ~MaryAnn Featherston
It's a BEAUTIFUL book! I wouldn't change one thing. I pray it will be a huge success and I look forward to the next one. You're such a talented writer with a real grasp on how to communicate to children. I want one of these books to give to my daughter for her classroom library. Thank you for giving me the privilege of reading it before its published. I'm honored to have been a little part of the process. ~Janet E. Ciarniello
What a beautiful story with such breathtaking illustrations. Every child should
have the privilege of reading and applying the truths of the Purply Princess. I
wish you God's greatest success with this amazing story! ~ Carol Lucy
(Carol was a foster parent for a severely disabled child.)
WOW! What a great story! So many "life lessons" in this book! Love the book....love
the author!!!! ~ Kim Patrick
Hey Linda, this is a wonderful story, I love it !!!! Down syndrome kids love for
really with out expectations..... but of course we the "normal" people love
expecting or love when it serves a purpose to us, how sad. This is a wonderful story
not only for little ones but people of all ages it remind us that no matter how
different people are, we are God's creation and we can love others even if they are
different; wish school would get this book for the school library. ~ Ana Morales
I read the book and thought it was real good. ~ Janet Bergeron (K-5 teacher)
