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Dr. Chivvis is a homeschool mom, wife, veterinarian, author, and indie publisher. As an internship- trained veterinarian, Dr. Chivvis takes great pride in helping pets and relieving pain and suffering. She also loves interacting with pet families, collaborating with them, and education them about their pets. Her writing journey began after the birth of her first child, when she felt a strong pull to create a children’s book. At the time, the idea felt impossible—but years later, she found a way to blend her passion for storytelling and education with real-world experiences from her veterinary career.

Since then, she has created educational coloring books for kids and adults, an activity book, and practical guides that make veterinary topics
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Gal Chivvis Taking the leap to become an author is no small feat. Doubt and uncertainty always creep in.
For me, being an author was a dream—something you imagine …more
Taking the leap to become an author is no small feat. Doubt and uncertainty always creep in.
For me, being an author was a dream—something you imagine but never really believe you can achieve. Getting started felt impossible. With limited time in our busy lives, why pour your energy into a dream that feels so out of reach?

It wasn’t until I decided to just go for it—despite the fear of the unknown, and despite knowing I might fail—that things began to shift. That dream started to move into the realm of reality. Not easy, but possible.

I still don’t know how well my books will do, or if they’ll fully serve their purpose: to educate, inspire, support, and provide value. But I do know that I’m trying—and giving it my all.

So my advice? Just do it. And if you’re scared or your imposter syndrome tries to hold you back—do it anyway.(less)
Gal Chivvis Once you become an author and dive into the creative process, it feels nearly impossible to focus on just one project. I think this is true for many a…moreOnce you become an author and dive into the creative process, it feels nearly impossible to focus on just one project. I think this is true for many authors—there’s always something on the horizon that sparks a new idea.

Right now, I’m prioritizing my first children’s picture book, What’s Wrong with Tom?, which is part of the Critter Care Crew series and set to launch in August—and I am SO excited!
Spoiler: the second book in the series is already written and currently being edited.

I’ve also begun an early draft of The Cat Owner’s Guide to Health Emergencies, and I have some big plans for a digital product that I’m still mulling over.(less)
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