About the book
"Little Yellow Excavator" is a compilation of prose and poetry from soldiers and veterans of the Russo-Ukrainian War. This collection sheds light on the personal experiences of war and gives a voice to those who chose to defend Ukraine over pursuing a literary career. Each piece is accompanied by documentary photos from the independent Ukrainian media outlet "Donbas Frontliner," which has been covering the war since 2014.

"Little Yellow Excavator" artistically portrays the real-life experiences on the frontlines. Each story in this collection reveals the unique experiences and inner feelings of the authors. Despite the difficult subject matter, the collection aims to inspire hope, reflecting the resilience and spirit of Ukrainian soldiers and veterans. These works are intended to foster empathy among civilians while highlighting the enduring strength of our men and women who continue their fight, believe in victory, and remain loyal to Ukraine. We, as civilians, have much to learn from them.

About authors
All authors in this book were once students of the "Method Writing", which they have attended for free since 2020. The  Method Writing is a program that provides professional writing tools while also serving as powerful therapy, allowing military personnel to share their experiences with civilians in a safe space. Among our authors are:
1. Eva Tur, reconnaissance.
2. Serhii Mishchenko, paramedic.
3. Mariia Oleshchenko, combat medic.
4. Felicia, ATO veteran, reconnaissance.
5. Artem Popyk, mortar commander.
6. Viktoriia Savchenko, unit senior.
7. Mykola Baiduk, ATO veteran.
8. Yuliia Mykytenko, AFU officer.
9. Oleksandr Korenyako, AFU officer.
10. Tetiana Podolianochka, ATO veteran.
11. Andrii Matviienko, company commander.
12. Andrii Dubchak, war reporter.
13. Oleh Ihorovych, AFU serviceman.
14. Volodymyr Tymchuk, AFU lieutenant colonel.
15. Ihor Orel, veteran.
16. Olena Herasymiuk, ATO veteran, paramedic.
17. Maksym Khomytskyi, AFU reconnaissance group commander.
18. Oleksii Skoblia, AFU senior sergeant, published posthumously.
19. Lidiia Huzhva, veteran of the Russian-Ukrainian War.