“A good book for grandparents to read to their grandchildren”
Thank you to Shakiera Reece for a wonderful 4-star review of of Donny and Mary Grace’s California Adventures. Read the full review here:

Thank you to Shakiera Reece for a wonderful 4-star review of of Donny and Mary Grace’s California Adventures. Read the full review here:
There are many reasons why writers choose to write. It can be because they love telling stories and because they use writing as a form of expression. It can sometimes be because they want to inform, educate and enlighten about a subject that isn’t popularly known or has been prone to misconceptions. It might be,…
Just like most of you, many of my strongest childhood memories revolve around the holidays. The beauty of the tree. The fun, distinct ornaments. The colorful lights, both inside and out. The gatherings of family and friends. And, of course, the gifts! When I think back to all of the gifts I received, the ones…
My latest book, Donny, Mary Grace and the Dognappers, centers around the importance of dogs in many of our lives. The plot of the story touches on what dogs mean to us and the emotions we experience when we’re suddenly left without their friendship, protection, loyalty and affection. They say you never really miss something…
Lompoc, CA (July 18, 2023) – The fourth and final mystery novel in the Grandma Gang children’s book series, Donny and Mary Grace Go to Camp, has been posthumously published following the passing of author Cathy Pepe. The new, exciting tale concludes the adventures of Donny, a curious boy with Down syndrome, and Mary Grace,…
Author Cathy Pepe has released the third mystery novel in the Grandma Gang children’s book series, Donny, Mary Grace and the Ugly Marbles. The fast-paced tale continues the adventures of Donny, a curious boy with Down syndrome, and Mary Grace, his smart and loving big sister. The siblings live in California with their grandparents, of…
Cathy Pepe didn’t write the Grandma Gang mysteries for praise, accolades or glowing reviews. She penned the series to honor her beloved brother, Donny, whose zest for life was never slowed or dampened by his Down syndrome. The praise, accolades and glowing reviews that followed each book in the series were simply affirmation that she…