Writing has always been another way I care for people.
Some stories are meant to make children laugh, while others explore grief, resilience, and the parts of life we don't always talk about.
Writing has always been another way I care for people.
Some stories are meant to make children laugh, while others explore grief, resilience, and the parts of life we don't always talk about.
✨ Meet the school nurse who’s seen it all… especially the “mystery” tummy aches.
Laugh, rhyme, and roll your eyes with Nurse Dawn Doesn’t Do Drama: The Mystery Stomachache, a hilarious picture book for ages 5–9.
🩺 Perfect for classroom read-alouds, bedtime laughs, and school counselor shelves
💛 A fun way to talk about tummy aches, fibs, and school anxiety
📘 Includes a “Note to Grown-Ups” with real tips—minus the drama
📍 Signed books, plush llamas, and book + llama bundles are available locally.
Available locally at The Local Artisan and online at Amazon
When Logan takes a tumble during recess, things get a little theatrical in Nurse Dawn Doesn’t Do Drama: The Playground Panic.
🏀 A funny, rhyming story about bumps, bruises, big reactions, and maybe milking it just a little.
💛 Perfect for classroom read-alouds, school counselors, and bedtime laughs.
📘 Includes a “Note to Grown-Ups” with real-world tips, minus the drama.
🎉 More Nurse Dawn stories and merchandise coming soon.
Want first dibs on signed copies, local pickup, and launch updates?
(Coming Soon)
Not every story is about overcoming.
Some are about surviving…
quietly, steadily, and without falling apart when everything says you should.
This is the part people don’t talk about.
The weight.
The responsibility.
The kind of strength that isn’t a choice.
This isn’t the polished version of life.
It’s the honest one.
Join for early updates, cover reveals, and behind-the-scenes progress.
📚 Sharky children's health series
🦙 More Nurse Dawn Doesn't Do Drama adventures
🌿 Future wellness books
📖 Grief, Grit & Gravel Roads
Dawn Mathis is a registered nurse, entrepreneur, and author who believes stories can educate, encourage, and help people feel a little less alone. Whether she's writing for children or adults, her work is rooted in compassion, honesty, and real life. Across every part of her work, from private nursing to children's books to educational resources, her goal is the same: helping people navigate life with greater confidence, understanding, and hope.
✍️ Want Signed Books or Bulk Orders?
I offer: Signed editions, Discounted bundles, Bulk pricing for schools, clinics, and libraries
Contact: nursedawncares@gmail.com