Karol's illustration provided an identity most children can easily relate to. By the end of the first year of school visits, Dopie was the most popular poem in the book. Dopie made an appearance in the following two books... "Can't Reach the Itch" and " Two Pigs In Wigs". He became the character most students ask about at the presentations. The students were loving Dopie. He was their buddy. Demand for a Dopie book was coming from students, teachers and parents. 

We have now published two rhyming story books, "Dopie Dope goes to the Fair" and "Trouble on the Farm For Dopie Dope". Dopie has evolved into a character who never seems to do anything right but continues to try. He never gives up which is a lesson within itself. All children have the need for self expression and must develop the skills that will enable them to express themselves in a positive way. It can be done through writing simple poems, the arts, music or sports. The message I provide with Dopie and my presentations is... not everyone will be a fast reader or a straight "A" student. I wasn't... and I went on to write five books. Writing is my way to express myself to the world.. it is what I love to do. I consider myself a success and believe the only true measure of success is to be the best you can be and never say "I Can't". I give students an easy method to create simple poems for themselves in the hope of building confidence that will motivate them to enjoy reading and writing more. 

Using her artistic talent, Karol  designed and produced a cloth Dopie doll. The doll has become a very popular part of my school presentations and educational conferences. Interest in the doll has been widespread among students, teachers and the general public. Plans for production and marketing the Dopie doll are ongoing at this time. We also produce Dopie T-shirts and baseball caps for the general public and school related fund raisers. Other Dopie products are being planned and will be forthcoming.