Glenda Gambill Shares an Amazing Story That Will Capture the Attention of Young Pet Lovers

“Alex’s Birthday Surprises” is a wonderful children’s book about a little boy who wanted to own a pet. This amazing story together with its colorful illustrations is relatable to children and even to adults who might want to revive some of their past childhood experiences.

The story follows Alex a little mischievous seven-year-old boy who is an only child. Since it is summertime and his friends are on vacation, he is very bored because he has no one to play with. So, he decides that he will ask his parents if he can get a new pet to play with for his birthday which will be here soon. Alex’s parents discuss with him over dinner some of the pets he has had in the past and also what sort of pet he would want for his birthday. They came up with suggestions to Alex that if he would be responsible for his new pet, then he will very likely get one. Since Alex seems to prefer a pet dog for his birthday, they suggested that he might practice taking care of his aunt’s little Yorkshire terrier while she is out of town over the weekend. Alex thinks this is a good idea and agrees to do it.

Does Alex get a new pet for his birthday? Read this exciting story to find out if Alex gets a new pet for his birthday and if he does, what kind of pet does he get?

This delightful and light-hearted book is best to share with young ones, family, and friends.

Book copies are available at Amazon and other online book retailers.


Alex’s Birthday Surprises
Written by Glenda Colleen Gambill
Published by Proisle Publishing Service
Published date: October 15, 2022
Hardcover Price: $11.99

About the Author
Glenda Colleen Gambill is the daughter of Alice and Walter Gambill and was born in Weaverville, N.C. She graduated from Western Carolina University where she received a B/A Degree in Elementary Education. She taught elementary school for 25 years. She taught for 21 years in Florida, 3 years in South Carolina, and 1 year in Texas. When she moved to Charlotte, she was hired as a substitute teacher in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System for 1 year.

She began her writing career after she retired from teaching. Glenda has one published book at this time titled, “Ringo, The Amazing Cat.” “Alex’s Birthday Surprises” will be her second published children’s book.

Glenda Colleen currently resides in Charlotte, N.C. where she enjoys reading, writing, gardening, traveling, and playing the piano in her spare time.

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