A Day in the Life of Diva

About the Book

Allow your child to experience the excitement and joy of owning a dog by following the day-to-day activities of DIVA, a certified therapy dog. DIVA’s adventures are visually chronicled in this highly illustrative tale of family love and laughter. Since her arrival to the Johnson home in 2009, she has become an integral part of the family, bringing daily delight and purpose. Let the author share DIVA with your child today. This is a wonderful and delightful story for children. Diva is truly a divine canine. -Joseph D. Trimble, Author, Marty series and The Fisherman and the Farmboy I find A Day in the Life of Diva to be a fascinating, traditional tale designed to enhance early reading skills and promote autobiographical storytelling in young children. A future classic. -Andrea C. Agnew, Psychology Instructor Life-like illustrations draw you into Diva’s story. This family pet and certified therapy dog is spirited and playful. A true delight for those who will read about her life and come to love her. -Reginald A. Crenshaw, Ph.D., Mobile County Public Schools Board of Education Commissioner, District 3

About the Author

Mimi Evelyn Johnson, Ed.D., is a native of Tuskegee, Alabama and currently resides in Montgomery, Alabama. Dr. Johnson has held various professional positions in business and educational settings, including the fields of real estate, biomedical research, fundraising, and institutional research. Dr. Johnson began her postsecondary educational endeavors at Alabama State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in biology. She then obtained a master’s degree in public administration from Auburn University Montgomery. She later returned to Alabama State University and earned her doctoral degree in educational leadership, policy and law. She is the author of various professional articles and a book, Managing Organizational Change in an Educational Environment: A Case Study of the Merger of Two Technical Colleges. Service is important to Dr. Johnson. She gives back to the community as a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.; the editorial board for the Science@ASU magazine; the Board of Advisors of the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at Auburn University Montgomery; Easter Seals Dogs on Call, and the advisory council of Success by 6, a subsidiary of the Family Guidance Center of Alabama, Inc. She is also the handler of Diva, her certified therapy dog.