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PAMELA S. K. GLASNER is an award-winning screenwriter and filmmaker, a critically-acclaimed author and a social advocate. She has contributed to the Huffington Post among other professional publications.
Ms. Glasner published “Finding Emmaus,” an historical novel about the treatment and mistreatment of the mentally ill over the course of 350 years. She also produced “Last Will and Embezzlement,” her award-winning documentary starring Mickey Rooney. The film speaks out against elder financial exploitation.
She earned her BA in English and secondary education as a Dean’s List student from Eastern Connecticut State University. Then she earned her honors Masters Degree in Creative Writing and Literature from Harvard University.
Ms. Glasner resides in rural Connecticut, where she continues working on several new projects and advocating for those who don’t always have a voice of their own.
JUDY BRULO is an international award-winning author and screenwriter. She grew up in Leicestershire (UK). She studied at the Guildhall School of Music, London. After graduating, she worked as a professional violist and teacher.
Judy's love of writing was inspired by her grandchildren for whom she wrote short stories on almost a weekly basis on topics that would grab their attention and encourage them to learn to read. She lived and worked in Cambridge (UK) for many years before moving to Cyprus for six years.
She now lives in Warwickshire (UK) with her husband, Alex. Judy spends her time writing, editing and presenting Reading-Music-Action sessions.
Reviewed by Kristine Zimmerman for Readers' Favorite
Micah's Wish by Pamela S. K. Glasner and Judy Brulo is full of friendship, adventure, and hope. Micah is a German Shepherd. He's being raised on a farm with his parents, siblings, and Farmer Adler. His fondest wish is to carry on the family legacy and be a hero. One by one his siblings are chosen. Some will be pets, show dogs, guide dogs, or police dogs. Micah waits to see what his role will be. Anita is a typical middle schooler until she has a horrible accident at summer camp and loses her sight. Anita and Micah connect and share some incredible adventures together. Will Micah get his wish and become a hero?
Pamela S K Glasner and Judy Brulo's early chapter book, Micah's Wish, is an engaging story that also presents an accurate picture of a guide dog's life. Anita's emotions in dealing with her loss of independence feel authentic. I loved how the interactions between Anita and Micah were told from both perspectives. The action and emotions involved had me on the edge of my seat as Anita and Micah navigated during the storm! Interspersed throughout the story are full-page illustrations by Foxhat, some in color, that depict pivotal moments in the tale. Kids will be engrossed in the story while also learning a great deal about how a guide dog helps someone who is blind. Anita's trials to regain her independence will encourage kids to tackle their challenges. Micah's Wish is an inspiring story that will satisfy young readers.
