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Vinny is a kid just like you, or is he? Vinny is from a family of metalheads and like his parents, he's one too. As a child Vinny was unaware of his family's differences, but as he got older, Vinny noticed that he was, in fact, not like other children. As the years passed, the more Vinny realized that being different is not easy. He noticed people staring, whispering to themselves as he passed, and sometimes shouting insults. Because of the differences, Vinny had a hard time making friends in elementary school. However, the lack of friends did not get him down, and as he entered middle school, Vinny was determined to find friends who were metal like him. Join Vinny as he shares his story of bullying, difference, coping, and perseverance.
About the author
D. W. is a proud alumnus of several institutions and holds multiple degrees and certifications. He started his writing career with a primary thought of doing historical works. Though he enjoys the research process, D. W. quickly found his way into writing fiction as a full-time hobby. D. W.'s debut children's book titled Metal Like Me was released in October of 2019, focuses on overcoming bullying, and was a winner of a Purple Dragon Fly award. Dark Days is the first installment of a young-adult fantasy saga and Saur's fantasy debut that went on to win 7 awards. Saur has gone on to publish other works spanning several generals, has launched a series of podcasts through Polar Press Presents on YouTube, and continues to produce a variety of works in the hope of providing something for everyone.
