Is there a reason why people get annoyed? How come anger can stop you doing well in a test? What's the best thing to do if confronted by an angry baboon called Tony? Let Ordinary Jo help to find answers to all these strange and curious questions and more!
Sally Donovan Book order






- 2024
- 2023
Experiencing abuse as a parent or carer, from a child or a young adult that you love, and care for is extremely confronting. This is a guide to help you understand why distressed children are often violent and what you can do to help them.
- 2022
Ordinary Jo had a not so Ordinary Day. There was a baboon, a carrot, some superheroes and some science too. Read Ordinary Joe's story to understand the strange and curious thing that is Trauma to understand your own experiences, body, and even friends better too.
- 2019
Affordable Housing for Smart Villages
- 182 pages
- 7 hours of reading
This book initiates a fresh discussion of affordability in rural housing, set in the context of the rapidly shifting balance between rural and urban populations. It provides a handy introduction to a body of knowledge serving 45% of the world's population, and how this differs from urban practice.
- 2019
The Unofficial Guide to Therapeutic Parenting - The Teen Years
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Ever wondered what to expect from parenting teens who have experienced early life trauma? Award-winning writer Sally Donovan's unofficial guide, written with honesty, wit and love, contains all the wisdom and insight she has gained during her years of therapeutic parenting.
- 2018
Planning, Housing and Infrastructure for Smart Villages
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Focusing on uplifting rural communities in developing economies, this book presents a comprehensive overview of innovative practices and ideas that have emerged over the past thirty years. It integrates insights from various disciplines to address challenges in rural planning, housing, and infrastructure development, offering practical solutions aimed at enhancing the quality of life in these areas.
- 2018
The YOU After...BABY
- 186 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Exploring the transformative journey of motherhood, this book delves into the emotional and physical changes women experience after having a baby. It offers practical advice, personal anecdotes, and expert insights on navigating the challenges of postpartum life. Readers will find support in understanding their evolving identity, managing expectations, and embracing self-care. The narrative emphasizes the importance of community and connection, empowering mothers to thrive in their new roles while maintaining their sense of self.
- 2017
The YOU After...WE
- 186 pages
- 7 hours of reading
This book serves as a playful and empowering guide for single individuals, blending humor with heartfelt advice. It encourages readers to embrace their independence and navigate the dating world with confidence. Through witty anecdotes and relatable insights, it offers a refreshing perspective on love and self-discovery, making it a must-read for anyone looking to celebrate their single status.
- 2016
Billy Bramble and The Great Big Cook Off
- 183 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Billy Bramble is the King, the President and the Emperor of Bad Lucksville. His life is full of problems, all caused by his invisible angry dog Gobber who gives him brain mash and breaks things. Billy wants to do well, but can he escape the slobbering jaws of Gobber and triumph in his school's Great Big Cook Off? Let's find out...
- 2014
The Unofficial Guide to Adoptive Parenting
- 232 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Witty and compassionate, this is a savvy adoptive parenting guide like no other, written by award-winning columnist and adoptive parent Sally Donovan.