Tampa, FL Author Publishes Children's Book

(PRLeap.com) "A Book for the King", a new book by Dorothy J. Brown, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

The young prince's birthday is fast approaching and Gertrude, The Royal Librarian, has to find just the right book for the occasion. Join her on her journey as the whole kingdom gets ready for the festivities! This book is set in medieval times and focuses on reading. It shows the head of the country is an avid reader who is teaching his son to appreciate reading.

This book introduces a new author in the genre of children's books. Ms. Brown was born in and currently lives in Florida. She has taught elementary school for seven years as a substitute teacher. During that time, she was privileged to be given a classroom by the local school district for one school year as a part of a resident teacher program. Gardening is her favorite hobby but writing is her passion.

As a teacher, Ms. Brown knows firsthand that some students struggle to read. She hopes that, with the help of the illustrations, young readers will see how people lived during the Medieval period. Parents and teachers can use this book as an instrument of learning to foster a reading habit that will last a lifetime.

"A Book for the King" is a 30-page hardback with a retail price of $33.00 (eBook $28.00). The ISBN is 979-8-88925-369-3. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For members of the press, to request a review copy or author interview, please visit

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