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Benjamin Lee

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Meet Benjamin Lee, the world's most passionate donut critic, who has dedicated his life to exploring, tasting, and savoring every type of donut imaginable. With a palate as refined as it is sweet, Benjamin’s love for donuts began at an early age, when he first encountered the sugary, soft joy of a fresh glaze on a Saturday morning. Little did he know, that first bite would spark a lifelong obsession—a devotion that has led him on a deliciously unique journey.

Benjamin is not just your average food critic. He is a man with a singular, unwavering focus: donuts. He’s tasted thousands—perhaps many thousands—of donuts across the globe, from the classic ring-shaped ones of New York to the more exotic varieties found in the bakeries of Europe. But Meet Benjamin Lee, the world's most passionate donut critic, who has dedicated his life to exploring, tasting, and savoring every type of donut imaginable. With a palate as refined as it is sweet, Benjamin’s love for donuts began at an early age, when he first encountered the sugary, soft joy of a fresh glaze on a Saturday morning. Little did he know, that first bite would spark a lifelong obsession—a devotion that has led him on a deliciously unique journey.

Benjamin is not just your average food critic. He is a man with a singular, unwavering focus: donuts. He’s tasted thousands—perhaps many thousands—of donuts across the globe, from the classic ring-shaped ones of New York to the more exotic varieties found in the bakeries of Europe. But Benjamin’s appreciation goes far beyond the simple act of eating. Over the years, he’s developed an uncanny ability to discern subtle flavors, textures, and even the “soul” of a donut. He is, after all, THE donut connoisseur.

This sweet obsession doesn’t stop at reviewing pastries, though. In fact, it was his love for donuts that sparked an extraordinary, whimsical twist in his life. Benjamin’s true creativity blossomed when he realized that, to him, donuts weren’t just food—they were characters. Each donut, with its glaze, sprinkles, and shape, seemed to have its own personality. And soon, Benjamin began to see them everywhere he went: in the windows of local bakeries, in the shapes of clouds in the sky, and even in the patterns of the frosting on a cupcake. They weren’t just pastries—they were alive.

From this imaginative world of donuts came “Darla’s Donut Village", Benjamin’s acclaimed series of children’s books, where donuts of every kind—whether they’re sprinkled, filled, or frosted—take on the roles of lovable characters embarking on all sorts of adventures. Through these delightful stories, Benjamin brings important life lessons to his young readers, all while weaving in his signature humor and whimsy. His books, which include titles such as “It’s the Dough Inside That Matters", “Sprinkled with Kindness", “Donut Love Fur-ever”, and “Donut Dreams", are beloved by parents and children alike for their ability to teach resilience, kindness, and the importance of believing in yourself, all wrapped in a sweet, irresistible package.

What sets Benjamin’s books apart is not just the delightful world he’s created, but the way he infuses his deep love of donuts with life lessons that resonate with readers of all ages. Donuts, for Benjamin, are more than just sugary snacks—they are symbols of community, creativity, and joy. In his books, each donut character embodies a positive trait or lesson: Glaze, the wise old glazed donut, teaches the importance of being patient; Choco the Chocolate Frosted, with his layers of sweetness, shows that even the toughest of us have a soft side; and Sprink, colored and sprinkled, reminds readers that happiness can be found in the simplest of moments.

When Benjamin isn’t writing, he’s out on his never-ending quest to find the next great donut. You’ll often find him at his favorite local shops, notebook in hand, scribbling down notes about the latest donut creations he’s encountered. His reviews are legendary in the food community, and his Instagram, has a devoted following, where he taste-tests donuts live and shares his passion for the sweet treat with fans across the globe.

Despite his fame as a critic and author, Benjamin remains as humble as a freshly baked donut. His true joy comes from seeing the smiles on children's faces when they read his books and from connecting with fellow donut enthusiasts who share his belief that donuts make the world a sweeter place.

Born and raised in a small town where the scent of fresh donuts filled the air every morning, Benjamin now resides in a cozy city in walking distance of a local bakery. He’s happily married to Brooke, a fellow donut lover who is known for her unparalleled skill in making homemade ...more

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I just published my 4th children's book, Donut Love Fur-ever.

Donut Love Fur-ever is a hand-painted, sweet story about Darla and her amazing donuts overcoming a bully where love and kindness prevailed. Darla’s shop loses a beloved neighboring coffee shop and a bully moves into the new space. The new owner doesn’t play fair, using dirty tricks to turn people away from the good donuts. Darla leans o Read more of this blog post »

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Published on December 03, 2024 22:15 • Tags: donuts, puppies

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	SPRINKLED WITH KINDNESS 4.87 avg rating — 15 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Donut Love Fur-ever by Benjamin Lee (Goodreads Author), Kathleen Lee (illustrator) 4.91 avg rating — 11 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	It's the Dough Inside that Matters by Benjamin Lee (Goodreads Author), Kathleen Lee (Illustrations) 4.89 avg rating — 9 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Sweetest Dreams by Benjamin Lee (Goodreads Author), Kathleen Lee (Illustrator) 4.50 avg rating — 4 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Donut Dreams: Bedtime for the Messy Treats by Benjamin Lee (Goodreads Author), Kathleen Lee (illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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“Sprinkle someone with kindness today.”
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“Darla, why would you choose the plain glazed donut? Why not the frosted, fritter, maple, or cro-nut?”
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“Sprinkle someone with kindness today.”
― Benjamin Lee, Sprinkled with Kindness

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“.... donut life is sweet and always filled with smiles. But, remember ALL of us need our rest.”
― Benjamin Lee

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“Darla, why would you choose the plain glazed donut? Why not the frosted, fritter, maple, or cro-nut? ... It's the dough inside that matters!”
― Benjamin Lee, Donut Love Fur-ever

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