Ethan's Reception: A Story of Hardship and Acceptance

by Kathleen J. Shields

Ethan had experienced many emotional ups and downs for numerous months when he was finally adopted by his fur-ever home. Unfortunately that home already had a dog and that miniature white poodle was not very happy to be notified she was getting a brother. While it took time, patience and persistence, Ethan finally proved himself worthy to FiFi by being the best dog he could possibly be.

32 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 21, 2019

About the author

Kathleen J. Shields is an award-winning, multi-genre author best known for The Hamilton Troll Adventures, which earned First Place Best Educational Children’s Series from the Texas Association of Authors. Her childhood creation The First Unibear, written at age ten, has won six awards and counting. She also received global recognition for The First Unicorn and her Christian fiction trilogy, The Painting.
While awaiting illustrations, Kathleen writes chapter books for tweens and general audiences, blending education with engaging stories to inspire a lifelong love of reading—and possibly writing. She openly shares her decades of knowledge with fellow writers, always eager to help others grow in their craft.
Kathleen also runs Kathleen’s Graphics, offering web and graphic design services, custom book covers, interior formatting, book trailers, press releases, and more. She freelances for printing companies and publishers and thrives on learning new skills through creative challenges.
In addition, she writes an inspirational blog about her experiences as an author, entrepreneur, and Christian, offering thoughtful, uplifting insights meant to spark reflection and gather future readers.