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As a native Ohioan with a degree from Miami University, Deborah Bence Boerema began her career in the middle school classroom. She then moved into editing and writing educational materials for Goodheart-Willcox Publisher. Deborah is the author of the Guide to Good Food teaching package, consisting of a textbook and seven ancillaries used in food and nutrition classes throughout the United States.
After Deborah left the corporate world to focus on her role as a parent, she began writing books and stories for her son, Nathan. One of these stories has now been refined, professionally illustrated, and released as The Innkeeper's Dog, from Tate Publishing.
Deborah continues to revise her textbook and is working on some new projects for children. She has also written articles for ParentLife magazine. When Deborah’s not busy writing at her computer, she enjoys camping and bicycling with her son and husband in Central Ohio.
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite
The Innkeeper's Dog by Deborah Bence Boerema is the story of Thaniel, the Spaniel. Thaniel the pup feels left out and he is sad that he is not special to anyone. He listens to stories told by his friends in his stable and he feels his life and his presence are insignificant. Though he is grateful for having a roof and food in his life, Thaniel still wishes to be special and important. While the other animals in the stable contribute in some way or the other, Thaniel feels small, thinking that he has not yet started earning. The story is the heart-rending tale of Thaniel who goes through the feelings of sadness, anger, and jealousy while trying to find his special place.
It is a beautiful story for children with a strong Christian message. This sentence from the story confirms God's will for all living creatures: 'Remember that God wants all creatures to use our talents and skills to serve him. And one way we can serve God is by serving others.’ The simplicity of the narration and the beautiful illustrations make the book an exciting read for children. The innkeeper's son, the white and red cow, the sheep and the dove are the other characters in the story that will catch your attention.
It is a perfect book to instill good values in children. It tells them about the gifts they can give back to Jesus. The illustrations give a personality to all the animals in this book and they complement the writing very well.
