Kevin McDonald a Novato, CA resident, is not only a teacher, but a published author. His book, "Tin Can Sailors Save the Day: The USS Johnston and the Battle off Samar," shares the story of the USS Johnston, one of the heroic ships that defended Taffy Three at the Battle off Samar. Kevin McDonald a Novato, CA resident is also a member of the Johnston/Hoel Association, so his book being about the USS Johnston is well-known.