Aunt Mary has a very special rosebush in her garden. She says a little bit of Douglas can be found inside it. And she tells him how the rosebush has a little bit of Douglas’s daddy in it as well. And a little bit of his daddy’s daddy. And, of course, a little bit of Aunt Mary. Douglas Wood’s tender memoir is complemented by LeUyen Pham’s charming and engaging illustrations.Together they show how caring for a treasured rosebush provides a connection between generations, and an enduring expression of attentiveness and familial love. more >
Where the Sunrise Begins
Douglas Wood shares with us a simple questions: where does the sunrise begin? The answer unfolds as your turn the pages of this beautiful book.
Wendy Popp's gorgeous illustrations help the tale of the beauty a simple day can have from sunrise to sunset from the eyes of children around the world. more >
Book News
Doug's new 2009 book, Miss Little's Gift, has been recognized by the Smithsonian Institute as one of the best children's books for 2009!! Miss Little's Gifthas also been nominated for a Minnesota Book Award.
Recent Books
Miss Little's Gift is a heartwarming ode to a special teacher whose gentle persistence changed one little boy’s life forever, a boy named Douglas. more >
Chickadee's Message is based on a Lakota Indian legend about
the chickadee, its strong spirit and boundless good cheer.
Doug's wonderful retelling is enhanced by
Elly Van Diest's stunning watercolor illustrations and make this an appealing book for readers of all ages. more >
Appearance Schedule
Aug 7
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Concert, 11:00 am to noon, with Steve Borgstrom, Bloomington, MN
Aug 7
Sibley State Park Concert, 7:00 pm
Aug 12
Minnesota Blue Grass Festival, El Rancho Manana, Richmond, MN, Douglas Wood and the Wild Spirit Band, 8:40 pm Main Stage
Aug 13
Minnesota Blue Grass Festival, El Rancho Manana, Richmond, MN, Douglas Wood and the Wild Spirit Band, 10:30 am Steve Borgstrom Guitar Workshop, 12:30 pm Concert Main Stage, 4:00 pm Concert Showcase Tent
Aug 14
Book Signing, Northern Lights Book Store, Duluth, MN, noon to 1:00 pm
Aug 26
Minnesota State Fair, DNR Stage, Douglas Wood and the Wild Spirit Band, 10:00 am, 12:00 noon, 2:00 pm
Sep 10
Listening Point Foundation Dinner, Ely, MN, Douglas and Bryan Wood in Concert
Sep 25
Palo Alto County (Iowa) Conservation Event, Douglas Wood in Concert
Oct 6
Minnesota Legacy Showcase Concert, Rochester, MN, Douglas Wood and the Wild Spirit Band, evening showcase performances
Oct 9
Book Reading and Signing, Barnes & Noble Book Store, Apache Mall, Rochester, MN, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Oct 11
Continues through Thursday, October 14, Author Residency, Lowell Elementary School, Brainerd, MN
If you like what you hear, you can order Alive & Pickin’ live concert CD or DVD through Doug’s secure online store.
Music News
Douglas, his son Bryan, and friend Steve Borgstrom — the “Wild Spirit Band” — received First Runner-Up in the recent Minnesota Bluegrass “Race For A Place” state band contest at the annual Harvest Jam Festival.
To hear the Wild Spirit Band, check out the music video sampler above or watch a larger version here!
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