About Melanie

My Story

Melanie Joseph is a retired physical therapist, community volunteer, and mom to three amazing sons and two goofy golden retrievers.

She has always loved animals and the wonder-filled world of children's stories.

A lifelong daydreamer with a soft spot for farm life, she enjoys imagining animals on playful adventures full of heart and humor.

She lives in Austin, Texas where she writes stories that capture the magic and possibility of childhood.

She dreams of one day retiring to a horse farm in Kentucky.

My debut book, Donkey Shoes, tells the story of a donkey who discovers his own worth on a bustling horse farm. It's a tale of self-acceptance, joy, and finding where you belong.

Other stuff about me

• The color yellow makes me happy. So do daisies.
• As a little girl I always wanted to be a horse or a dolphin. My brothers just didn't understand!
• Favorite books: To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee and Horse by Geraldine Brooks
• Played NCAA Division One Soccer at Texas A&M University
• Favorite movie: Born Free
• Favorite music: Blues
• Favorite vacation: Any adventurous trip with my family

Bucket List:

• Learn to play harmonica. ( Possible )
• Build a small boat. ( Probably not, but fun to think about.)
• Own a Horse or a Donkey-Ha!

Grateful everyday for my faith, family and friends. I am blessed indeed.

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