{"title":"Author of the Month November 2026","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-body clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"date\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"article-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0232\/3919\/files\/Samson_240x240.png?v=1793721199\" width=\"275\" height=\"206\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8px; margin-left: 18px; float: right;\"\u003eDonald Samson has a long history with Waldorf Publications, starting back when it was AWSNA Publications! Donald’s first book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.waldorfpublications.org\/products\/copy-of-dragon-boy-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=50928e19e\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"The Dragon Boy Donald Samson\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe Dragon Boy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, struck David Mitchell as a story worth publishing; however, his budget that year wouldn’t allow immediate publication. This began Donald Samson's journey as a publisher and a strong author for young readers, as he and David Mitchell crafted a deal to publish the worthy story under the aegis of AWSNA Publications, financed and guided by Donald. Future books became independent publications of Donald Samson himself!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.waldorfpublications.org\/products\/copy-of-dragon-boy-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=92dd29c84\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"The Dragon Boy Donald Samson Waldorf Adventure\"\u003eThe Dragon Boy\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e he began writing a trilogy—The Star Trilogy—all about a boy who befriends a dragon after being assigned to care for that terrifying, giant, frightening animal. The remarkable adventures of these two fast friends make this compelling tale rich and surprising.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe second book in the trilogy is called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.waldorfpublications.org\/products\/copy-of-the-dragon-of-two-hearts-1?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=f1cad7838\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Dragon of Two Hearts Donald Samson Waldorf Adventure\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe Dragon of Two Hearts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, in which we find the dragon changed into a cruel and angry beast, no longer the friend of a little boy. Dragons, of course, live forever — but not so little boys, as the folk song “Puff, the Magic Dragon” teaches us. In a new generation, a different boy finds his way to identifying this dragon, made harsh and unapproachable because of mishandling, as the dragon this boy heard about, who lived when his ancestor had been the dragon’s friend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe third book in the trilogy, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.waldorfpublications.org\/products\/copy-of-the-dragon-the-blade-and-the-thread-1?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=f1cad7838\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Dragon, the Blade and the Thread Donald Samson Waldorf Adventure\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe Dragon, the Blade, and the Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.waldorfpublications.org\/products\/copy-of-the-dragon-the-blade-and-the-thread-1?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=f1cad7838\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Dragon, the Blade and the Thread Donald Samson Waldorf Adventure\"\u003e,\u003c\/a\u003e tells the story of yet another generation of boys whose destiny leads them to find the dragon. In this chapter of the dragon’s life, both the dragon and the boy are misunderstood by all around them. This shared misperception becomes the basis for a renewed friendship built on mutual understanding, much like those who came before.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Star Trilogy launched Donald Samson’s career as a writer and publisher of many books for the young and the young at heart.  Donald’s career also weaves in and out of Waldorf education in ways as marvelous as the stories he is so ingenious at telling! As teacher and head of school in both independent and charter schools, Donald has become the master storyteller that makes his books so enchanting, complex, and intriguing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis deep knowledge of the Waldorf curriculum and the history that weaves through it all brought his story \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.waldorfpublications.org\/products\/copy-of-at-the-hot-gates?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c9b1ab42c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"At the Hot Gates - Battle of Thermopylae - Donald Samson\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eAt the Hot Gates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.waldorfpublications.org\/products\/copy-of-at-the-hot-gates?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c9b1ab42c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"At the Hot Gates - Battle of Thermopylae - Donald Samson\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eto life, a fifth-grade book extraordinaire about the significant battle at Thermopylae. This battle marks a turning point in Greek history.  A thirteen-year-old who yearns to fight but is forbidden by his elders disguises himself and follows the warriors from his village to join them. Undetected by those who would stop him, he tells us the story in close detail from his youthful point of view. The story is short but riveting, and a perfect read for a fifth grader studying ancient Greece and the culture of warriorship, physical strength, and accomplishment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDonald has published many stories as engaging and instructive as these described here. His newest book — one that Waldorf Publications is honored to be publishing — is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eMud Brothers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, on the brink of completion as of this November. Author of the Month designation is awarded to Donald Samson!  This story is different in its way from previous stories. It is a moving tale of a boy who isn’t quite like other children, but who makes a miracle happen as he opens hearts around him in the young and the old. In the currents of today that speak of “inclusion” and “equity,” this story, in the simple telling of the lives of youngsters and the forces that confront them, makes clear what it takes to genuinely “include” everyone. A perfect chapter book Christmas gift for avid young readers! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaldorf Publications is honored and excited to add this book to the others Donald Samson has written. Donald is a worthy Author of the Month, indeed!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"copy-of-at-the-hot-gates","title":"At the Hot Gates","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn Account of the Battle of Thermopylae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4th, 5th, 6th grade reading level on up\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s the year 480 BC and the greatest army ever gathered in the ancient world is on the march to conquer all of Greece. An irresistible force, they are destroying whatever dares to stand in their path. One man steps forward to stop them, followed by 300 companions. His chances are next to null; yet he goes. This man is Leonidas. And his companions are Spartans. They go to stop the Persian advance and meet their destiny at the narrows known as The Hot Gates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDonald Samson and Waldorf Publications\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-936367-28-3\u003cbr\u003eSoftbound\u003cbr\u003e91 pages\u003cbr\u003e7 inches x 9.5 inches\u003cbr\u003eIllustrated+++Donald Samson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Donald Samson and Waldorf Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":510655541,"sku":"WP125_dw","price":9.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0232\/3919\/products\/at-the-hot-gates-cover.jpg?v=1775922901"},{"product_id":"copy-of-dragon-boy-1","title":"The Dragon Boy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe first book in The Star Trilogy, The Dragon Boy is a coming of age story.\u003cbr\u003eOrphaned twice by the time he was nine, he was living on the streets and did not even know his own name. He was not allowed to set foot inside the one place he was determined to find work. To complete the disaster of his young life, the object of his affections was Star, an immense emerald-green dragon. But good fortune finally smiled upon him: Star was a Luck Dragon. Suddenly he was admitted as a barn boy into the elite Dragon Compound. He was given three warm meals a day, work, and even a name. And best of all, Star took him on as his secret apprentice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor fourth grade and up, it is an enjoyable read for any age.\u003cbr\u003eIts themes of courage and unforeseen turns are especially suited for the Michaelmas season. In the classroom, teachers of younger grades can easily read it to their children. 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