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Peoria author publishes children’s book
Story shares a journey to the meaning of happiness
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"Sweet Elise's Journey to Happiness," a new book by Peoria resident Susie Duffin, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.
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"Sweet Elise's Journey to Happiness," a new book by Peoria resident Susie Duffin, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co. Inc.
Sweet Elise is given a special task by her teacher: Figure out what the word happiness means. With her nerves getting the best of her, Elise is very worried. With the importance of family values stressed in the story, read along to find out if Elise is able to complete her school project or not.
Duffin was an elementary school teacher for more than 33 years. She now enjoys traveling with her husband and spending time with family and friends. In her spare time, Duffin likes to create cards, puzzles, and stories for children.
Sweet Elise's Journey to Happiness is a 36-page paperback with a retail price of $20, eBook $15. The ISBN is 979-8-8852-7142-4. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
