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Jeff Dunn's debut children's book "Buffalo Out of Water" explores adoption themes.

The book tells the story of Wade, a water buffalo raised by American buffalo, a different species.

Dunn's Kickstarter campaign raised $15,000, recognizing the book's impact on adoptees.

SALT LAKE CITY — For Utah native Jeff Dunn , the journey to becoming an author wasn't just about writing a children's book; it was about sharing a piece of his heart.

As the father of two adopted children, Dunn's experience with adoption has shaped his entire worldview, and his debut children's book, " Buffalo Out of Water ," is a direct reflection of that.

The book tells the story of Wade, a young water buffalo who's raised by American buffalo and feels like an outsider in his own family. While the co

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