There’s a Duck in the House

I’m so excited to announce the March 5th release of my new picture book There’s a Duck in the House! This book is based off an event that happened to me and my wife last year (although there may be a few imaginative additions to the story), when a duck came down our chimney and appeared in the living room at our house. It was a little harder to get it back outside than we expected!

The Story

Frank and Martha Tuttle were enjoying a lazy morning when they heard a terrible noise inside their house. What could it be? A wild duck had fallen down the chimney! Frank and Martha try and try to help the duck back outside, but the duck wants to stay.

He likes their house. He likes their bathtub. He likes their closets and their clothes and their snacks and their chairs and their names and most of all he likes Frank. Frank does not agree. What do you do when a duck won’t leave?

The Illustrator

I am thrilled that the talented Joshua Wichterich was able to lend his talents to the realization of this story. Joshua was so patient and accommodating in helping me find just the right look for “the duck” and in fine-tuning each illustration to fit my vision of this story. And he absolutely got the right look for Frank and Martha on the very first try. Thanks, Joshua!

If you’d like to learn more about Joshua as an artist or his artist’s process, see my blog interview with Joshua Wichterich.

Details

There’s a Duck in the House comes in two sizes. The softcover is 5.5 in. by 8.5 in. (the same size as the Sir Kaye softcover books). The hardcover is larger, at 8.5 in. by 11 in. and is great for shared reading. The book is 22 pages long and contains approximately 1800 words. It is available from various online retailers, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.com.au, and others.

The e-book is currently only available from Amazon. I’m also planning an audiobook version and a Spanish language version in the future. Keep an eye out for future newsletters for more information.

ISBN: 978-1-937615-63-5 (Softcover)
ISBN: 978-1-937615-65-9 or ASIN: B0CT9189YG (e-book)
ISBN: 978-1-937615-66-6 (Large Format Hardcover)

Reviews

Here are some early reviews of the book:

“Five-Star Review! A wonderfully illustrated, highly amusing story 6- to 8-year-olds will love. Highly recommended!” —The Wishing Shelf

“A riotously funny adventure . . . Told in simple language so young readers can easily follow along, the plot follows the duck’s invasion of Frank and Martha’s house and the messy havoc that follows his every step. The illustrations add to the humor of the unfolding plot and readers young and old will be sharing more than a few chuckles. This is a great story for quality, shared family time. Loved it!” — Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers’ Favorite Book Reviews

“Your child will ‘quack up’ at the antics of this duck. The book is enjoyable to read, and the illustrations delight the eyes.” —Philip Van Heusen for Readers’ Favorite Book Reviews

“An unusual and funny story that I enjoyed reading. The adventures of Frank, Martha, and the duck made me laugh so much, and I am sure all young readers will be thrilled and want to read this story over and over again. Don M. Winn describes the characters and their moods very well (Frank’s desperation is hilarious), and thanks to the beautiful images, readers will love the heroes even more; the duck, in particular, is just adorable. There is a need for stories that make young readers laugh, and this is the perfect book to entertain them. I recommend There’s a Duck in the House to anyone who wants to read an amusing and original story to their children. They will certainly be entranced by it.” —Astrid Iustulin for Readers’ Favorite Book Reviews

“This enchanting book is not just a visual treat. It is an engaging shared reading experience for children of all ages.” —Mimie Odigwe for Readers’ Favorite Book Reviews

“I was in hysterics, laughing so hard my stomach hurt. Don M. Winn’s hilarious tale, based on a true story, amused me so much that I contacted my mother, who lives on the other side of the world, and told her what I’d just read. For the first time, a single book connected us both emotionally via a long-distance phone call. The illustrations are perfectly in sync with the story and I have a feeling that There’s A Duck In The House will be one of those wonderful tales that is handed down through generations, causing many giggles for years to come. Amazing stories such as this type are what keep a party flowing, adding a hefty dose of mirth to the festivities. I believe adults and children alike will love There’s A Duck In The House.” — Rosie Malezer for Readers’ Favorite Book Reviews

The original duck

Cardboard Box Adventures picture books are great for shared reading and can help parents establish a strong preliteracy foundation for their children. Check out the CBA Catalog for a full list of award-winning picture books, chapter books, and resources for parents and educators. Visit my Amazon author page for more information.

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