Inspiring New Generations

Former El Pasoan makes a difference. Local author reads to St. Mark’s School third graders possibly inspiring a new generation of writers. Tony Lovitt, author of “The Cat With Twenty Toes,” an NMSU graduate who made his mark in El Paso decades ago,...
Volleyball announcer turned author

Volleyball announcer turned author

Volleyball announcer turned author lending his voice and words to help people cope with the loss of a pet. STEVE SMITH — ABC 10 News Steve Smith: I call Tony Lovitt a pioneer in volleyball play-by-play announcing. But now, Tony is lending his voice to an entirely...
Review: Five Trees for Mina

Review: Five Trees for Mina

Children often experience death and grief for the first time when a beloved pet dies. Helping children through pet loss can be challenging for parents who are also coping with their own reaction to the loss. In Five Trees for Mina, Tony Lovitt sets out to help young...
Living tribute to a dear cat

Living tribute to a dear cat

Izzy Bean Illustration Tony Lovitt’s first children’s book, ‘Five Trees for Mina,’ was inspired by a veterinarian’s thoughtful gift. By Michael James Rocha For his first book, Tony Lovitt found inspiration from something he wasn’t sure he wanted in the first place: a...