Fish Story
When young Tom catches the biggest fish of his life, his little brother Daniel's innocent questions about whether it might be a "grandfather fish" lead Tom to make a surprising decision about his prized catch.
A Guide Through the Used Car Jungle
This vintage 1960s guide by Donna Hruska offers practical advice for navigating the used car market, emphasizing the importance of choosing dealers carefully, thoroughly inspecting vehicles for mileage tampering and accident damage, and understanding financing options to avoid common pitfalls.
Leisure Lagoon
A retired man's lawn-mowing routine becomes complicated when he develops suspicions about his young neighbor's marriage, leading to an uncomfortable confrontation that reveals more about his own struggles with retirement than her personal life.
Those Old-Fashioned Small Town Suppers
Donna reflects on the charming community spirit of old-fashioned small town fundraisers, where chicken suppers, box auctions, and church socials brought everyone together in ways that today's Las Vegas Nights and fashion shows simply cannot replicate.
Steve
Donna tells the tender story of young Steve, a sensitive boy who protects a shy, frightened classmate named Mary Beth through winter walks home from school, only to face heartbreak when she's sent away to a special school and he quietly gives away his treasured toy car collection to her mother.
Ah, Show Business!
A mother's humorous account of her children's chaotic Easter play production in the basement, complete with costume crises, last-minute cast changes, and the inevitable mess that comes with backyard theater.
Where’s George
In this charming children's story by Donna Hruska, eleven-year-old Karen enlists the help of neighborhood friends to search for her missing pet boa constrictor George, only to discover him hiding in the most obvious place—curled around the record player turntable where he'd been avoiding the rock music he hated.
Poetry Collection
This collection showcases the intimate poetry of Donna, featuring heartfelt personal reflections, children's verses, nature observations, and thoughtful meditations on love and life.
Brainstorm Your Way to More Sales
In this business article for Salesman's Opportunity magazine, Donna Hruska explains how salespeople can use structured brainstorming sessions to creatively solve their biggest challenges, from prospecting to closing deals.
Hurt Feelings
by Donna Hruska May 24, 1966 Remembered Experience Maternal Debut – Writing Class “I am not! I don’t care what you say!” my son yelled back at the little knot of boys standing on our driveway. He banged in the door and threw himself on the sofa, the tears rushing down his red seven-year-old face …