My Friend Charlie

A book for young readers and dog lovers

Adorable photographs and clever cartoons combine in this book of life advice from MacDonald and his dog.

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My Friend Charlie

A book for young readers and dog lovers

Charlie is a little dog with big ideas. He lives in San Diego and has lots of dog and people friends. He makes friends easily, is good at finding treats, and loves spending time with his owners Scott and Patti. He especially likes children. He lives near the New Children’s Museum and regularly stops kids passing by and greets them with hugs and kisses. This book is his advice as interpreted by his owner Scott based on observing Charlie.

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Legacy, An Ancestral Journey Through American History

Legacy presents the history of America with emphasis on the founding of America and early colonial history. Special chapters focus on key events and circumstances such as the Pilgrims in New England, Jamestown, the Revolutionary War, wagon trains to Ohio, the introduction of slavery, and much more. The book follows a tradition of research and documenting how and why America and the United States came to be. LEARN MORE

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"An astute study of the mounting student debt crisis in the United States, including its principal causes and possible remedies."

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Education Without Debt

Giving Back and Paying It Forward

Almost 50 million Americans have cumulatively borrowed more than $1.5 trillion to attend college. Roughly one-third of all adults aged 25 to 34 have a student loan. In Education without Debt, businessman and philanthropist, Scott MacDonald examines the real-life impact of crushing levels of student debt on borrowers and what can be done to fix this crisis.

Weaving together stories of debt-impaired lives with stories of personal success achieved with the essential help of financial aid, MacDonald reveals the devastating personal and societal impact of the debt problem and offers possible solutions. He explores the efforts of colleges and private philanthropists to make education affordable and relates his own experience of funding financial aid for need-eligible students at five universities.

Education without Debt is a must-read book for anyone concerned about the rising cost of education and what to do about this critical policy and societal issue. LEARN MORE

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Also by Scott MacDonald

Think Like A Dog

They’re loyal, loving, and big-hearted―dogs are our best friends for a good reason. Yet they have much more to offer than just love and friendship. Let CEO Scott MacDonald and rescue dog Sadie show you how to have a more rewarding life and a more successful career in Think Like a Dog.

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Saving Investa

It was the biggest investment in the history of Morgan Stanley’s $100 Billion real estate fund business; it was one of the largest deals in the history of Australian property. In 2007, Morgan Stanley bought Investa Property Trust for more than $6.5 billion. In less than a year, the investment was in trouble.

This story of corporate struggle draws upon Scott MacDonald’s personal experiences as chapters alternate between his life growing up and the fight to save Investa.

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Review of My Friend Charlie

Review of My Friend Charlie Post by Maduabuchi Eze » 07 May 2023, 18:43 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "My Friend Charlie" by Scott MacDonald.] 5 out of 5 stars Share This Review We can learn crucial life lessons from anybody or anything; just...

Kirkus Review of My Friend Charlie

MY FRIEND CHARLIE BY SCOTT MACDONALD AND HIS DOG CHARLIE ‧ RELEASE DATE: MARCH 23, 2023 A sweet, short-sentenced book made for young dog lovers seeking life advice. Adorable photographs and clever cartoons combine in this book of life advice from MacDonald and his...

Local Author’s dog stars in first children’s book

‘My Friend Charlie’ “My Friend Charlie” is the first children’s book by San Diego author Scott MacDonald. (Scott MacDonald) BY LUKE HAROLDSTAFF WRITER , Del Mar Times MAY 22, 2023 4:04 AM PT Facebook Twitter Show more sharing options A local author released a book...