Sunday, April 12, 2020

Merlin Raj and the Santa Algorithm



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My name is Merlin Raj. Usually, I only have to worry about being the best service dog. I help my boy, Matthew, walk at school. But when my human Mom has to go away for winter break, getting ready for the holiday becomes a mess. I might be a super-smart golden retriever who wears glasses, but could I help my best friend with more than a disability?

Gulp.
Will a class on algorithms get me barking up the right Christmas tree?


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Merlin Raj, The Santa Algorithm is the first installment in the Merlin Raj, Computer Science Service Dog chapter-book series. With a Computer Science degree and a passion for preparing kids for the future, author D. G. Priya blends technology with animal stories to stimulate a desire to read. Each book in the series introduces a new programming skill, complete with study guides for educators. If you or your child like delightful dog tales, practical examples, and accessible learning tools, then you’ll love D. G. Priya’s tail-wagging adventure.


Read an Excerpt

First snow brushed the ground with white. I loved winter. My fur kept me nice and warm on most days. For freezing cold days, my human mother, Mom Raj, had bought me a bright, thermal rain slicker. It was sky blue with a service-animal label.

Blue best matched my golden fur, which I liked to keep well brushed at all times.

Even my glasses were on a stylish athletic band, and they matched Matthew’s glasses. My nose twitched from the cold.


About the Author:
D.G. Priya is the pen name of Bestselling Author Priya Ardis. She obtained her Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin, #6 in the world (Academic Ranking of World Universities, 2014) and #8 (US News, 2020) in Computer Science. Her advocacy of early education in computing and the challenges of childhood disabilities come from her experience as a parent and volunteer. Her love of dog stories comes from the antics of her own golden retriever.







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10 comments:

  1. where do you find your ideas from

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    1. Hi Karrie, Merlin Raj was based off my own golden retriever and his antics. I'm also obsessed with all things Christmas. Some of my favorites are Christmas Story, National Lampoon, and of course, Miracle on 34th Street. We could all use some miracles. What are some of yours?

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  2. Hello! Thanks so much for sharing your book with us. Always fun reading about another book to enjoy.

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  3. Did you know that you wanted to be a writer as a child?

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  4. Kathy, thank you for getting the word out about Merlin Raj!

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    1. I enjoyed having you. It looks like such a fun book. Best of luck with it.

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  5. I can't get over just how adorable the cover is!!

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