Leonardtown, Maryland, Author Publishes New Children's Book "The Story of Sally Soupy"

"The Story of Sally Soupy," a new book by Granny Porterfield, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

Sally Soupy is a well-worn doll who is much loved by her owner, Nancy Galloway. Since Nancy calls her her "bestest friend," Sally imagines herself to be more than just a doll.

When Sally Soupy is injured by a naughty boy, a new doll is brought in to take her place.

About the Author:
Rita Shryock Porterfield ("Granny" to her grandchildren) has enjoyed writing ever since she was a child. In college she was inducted into Chi Delta Phi, a national honorary literary sorority. Shortly after graduation from college she married and joined the workforce. It wasn't until her retirement in 1981 that she resumed her writing. She has given reading at the local library, at her own retirement home, and at St. Mary's College in Maryland. The House of the Babadoos is her first published children's book. Now widowed, she lives in Maryland and enjoys spending time with her son and his family.

"The Story of Sally Soupy" is a 34-page paperback with a retail price of $10.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4349-1018-9. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore at www.dorrancebookstore.com.