Dog Owner Martin Pryor's Remarkable Stories About His Canine Companion
Martin Pryor, a 68-year-old Australian living with Parkinson's disease, serendipitously found his calling in writing a series of children's books about a reescued dog named Bungee. The books, which include titles like Bungee, A Doggy Tale and Bungee's Buddies, serve as an enjoyable reading experience for primary school children while also raising funds for Parkinson's NSW.
Pryor initially stumbled upon his literary endeavor while taking a break from composing music. Instead of returning to his song, he penned a few lines of poetry about his dog. This impromptu writing session sparked a series of books, with eight titles now in the collection and the first two released.
The books follow Bungee's life and adventures, providing a captivating narrative for young readers. Pryor contributes a percentage of the profits from book sales to Parkinson's NSW as a small token of gratitude for their support.
Pryor boasts a diverse career history, having been an art teacher, professional sailor, history teacher, and director of a sailing program at his former school. His keen interest in cycling came to a halt in 2013, when he fell down some stairs and later received a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.
Following his diagnosis, Pryor retired and found himself reconnecting with his guitar, which inspired the creation of the Parkinson's Blues album. Since then, he has released three albums and is working on a fourth.
In the past year, Pryor and his family have been promoting the Bungee book series at book fairs, the Manly markets, and through social media channels. His son's girlfriend manages an Instagram account dedicated to the books, and Pryor conducts school visits and email broadcasts.
Recently, Pryor signed a deal with a book outlet in the United Kingdom called Featherbed Tales, becoming their first outside author on their website. This platform enables people to record themselves reading the books, allowing their children or grandchildren to follow along as they listen.
If you are interested in purchasing copies of Martin Pryor's books, they are available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Xlibris, and Booktopia. Pryor also offers personally signed books through [email protected]
Aside from Parkinson's NSW, it's crucial to consider factors such as diet, constipation, and medications affecting the absorption of Parkinson's drugs. Additionally, researchers are currently studying a novel drug molecule that could potentially reactivate housekeeping functions in young Parkinson's patients' brain cells.
For more information about the Bungee book series or Parkinson's NSW, you may visit the author's website or contact the organization directly.
- Martin Pryor, who also has a passion for music, recently signed a deal with a book outlet in the United Kingdom called Featherbed Tales, allowing people to not only purchase his books but also record themselves reading them.
- Although significantly impacted by Parkinson's disease in his lifestyle, Pryor continues to write children's books and even manages a series dedicated to Bungee, a rescued dog, with a portion of the proceeds supporting Parkinson's NSW.
- Aside from books, one can find information about home-and-garden ideas, support groups, and lifestyle content related to pets through various online platforms and social media channels.
- In addition to advocating for Parkinson's disease through his books, Pryor has a intriguing history as an art teacher, professional sailor, history teacher, and director of a sailing program, among other roles.
