Mary Jean DeSantis, a life-long dog lover, is a retired elementary school speech-language pathologist. She experienced first-hand the benefits reading has on a child’s communication, social,

and literacy skills.

 

Throughout her career, Mary used hundreds of children’s books, as well as two special therapy dogs, Abby and Hazel, to target speech and language goals in a fun, engaging, and meaningful way. She is excited to share her first book with children and their families.

Mary lives in her hometown of Glens Falls, NY.

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Mary Jean DeSantis, a retired speech & language
pathologist, is the award-winning author of the
children’s book, “Where Are You, Alfie?”. Mary owns
an English Cream Golden Retriever puppy, named
Bryn, who is currently in training to become a
certified therapy dog. Bryn is also the inspiration
for Mary’s next children’s book. A few of Mary’s
favorite activities are pickle ball, hiking, and
photography. A few of Bryn’s favorite activities
are playing with her doggie friends, and visiting with local senior citizens.
Mary is delighted to share this heartwarming story of her community.
She resides in Glens Falls, NY, aka “Hometown USA.” lots of painting