Family Dog

Patrick has been desperate for a dog of his own for as long as he can remember, and this summer, with his father away, he longs for a canine friend more than ever. Meanwhile, in his short doggy life, Oz has suffered at the hands of bad people. Somewhere out there, he believes, is an awesome boy - his boy. And maybe, when they find each other, Oz will learn to bark again. Illustrated in light charcoal by two-time Kate Greenaway Medalist P.J. Lynch, this heartwarming story by Eoin Colfer, internationally best-selling author of the Artemis Fowl series, is certain to enchant.

Tina Lee is fresh out of jail and trying her level best to make it on her own. Returning home late from work, Tina discovers an abandoned puppy, skin and bones and blind. Timmy Li is the Rattlers’ star young pitcher and he’s wary of women making moves on his billionaire father who’s newly single. When he discovers Tina palling around with his dad, he’s determined to derail her—by dating her. When Timmy rescues Tina from a gang of abusive men, he has a hard time hating her—especially since she has a soft spot for Donut, the blind double dappled dachshund puppy. Besides, she’s ...

When murder crashes his vacation, can a techie in paradise still catch some waves while snaring a killer? Marty Golden is ready to kick back at the beach. When his neighbor offers free rooms in Hawaii, the software engineer is quick to round up his girlfriend, sister, and nieces for the luau of a lifetime. But his arrival at the resort turns his sun-filled hopes into hunches about homicide after he encounters a very deceased and inconvenient body. Pressured into helping, a grudging Marty uses his sharp attention to detail to hone in on a crucial clue missed by the police. But his half-...

Selfless happiness is the best kind. The Dog Sitter, the fifth book in The Adventures of Lucky and Mr. Pickle series, continues the second of three trilogies. Papa shocks the dogs with an unexpected announcement requiring a dog sitter to care for them. The initial excitement of a fun day while Papa’s away quickly turns upside-down. Mr. Pickle’s rebellious nature resents Papa’s reason for leaving. His stubborn attitude requires Lucky to teach his little brother to be happy for others. Add an unexpected storm, and the dog-sitting day goes from bad to worse. How will the surprise dog ...

Christmas stories Stories Collection ******************* Young and beginner reader’s kids would get the most enjoyment from the tree titles for Christmas we selected In We hope you enjoy reading them to your kids, grandchildren. SEA OF LOVE <3 * <3 * <3 * <3 * <3 * <3 Just off by the sea in a small shabby shack, Lived Sarah’s whole family, a big crowded pack, Two parents, three brothers, and three sisters, too; With less room inside as all the kids grew. OH DEAR SAID THE DEER ************************************* "Oh dear," said the deer, "I'm so cold, what a plight! I've searched for a...

Anytime Josie Shilling’s large family gets too chaotic, volunteering at the local animal clinic is the one place she can escape - and she loves working with the animals. But when a box mysteriously appears on the clinic’s front steps, Josie suddenly becomes responsible for seven adorable puppies! Taking care of her pig, Hamlet, last fall was a bit harder than she thought. So how is she ever going to handle a whole litter of mischievous pups and find the right homes for them all?

I just returned from the mall after school shopping with my soon-to-be sophomore and her friend. I now understand why fathers opt to go camping, roll around in elk urine, and shit in a hole rather than go to the mall three days before school starts. As if the crowds weren’t bad enough, my girl decided to wear a flannel that hung lower than her shorts, making it appear that she was walking around naked from the waist down. She was flocked by sales people, who, I am sure, were calculating their commissions in their heads. I mean, why not?

Discover Sir Ranulph Twistelton-Wykham-Fiennes's personal expedition to trace his extraordinary family through the twists and turns of history. From Charlemagne - himself a direct ancestor of the author - to the count who very nearly persuaded William the Conqueror to retreat at Hastings, many members of this unique clan have lived close to the nerve centre of the ruler of their day.

Do you want to remember? Do you want to forget? There is nothing extraordinary about Chris Rowan. Each day he wakes to the same faces, has the same breakfast, the same commute, the same sort of homes he tries to rent out to unsuspecting tenants. There is nothing extraordinary about Chris Rowan. That is apart from the black dog that haunts his nightmares and an unexpected encounter with a long forgotten demon from his past. A nudge that will send Chris on his own downward spiral, from which there may be no escape. There is nothing extraordinary about Chris Rowan... * * * "Chilling and ...

If you've buckled to the family requests of getting a dog but are worried it could affect your "already" fragile mental health keep reading... If you're a dad, who struggles with his mental health, firstly I'm really sorry to hear that and you're not alone. If you're a dad with an already busy family, who like me, recently agreed to get a dog then this book is definitely going to be for you. Are you concerned this big bundle of fluff might mean you're woken up even earlier?

A Dog’s Promise is the heartwarming and uplifting story about one dog who fulfils his promise and helps a family who needs him the most. The dog who thinks of himself as ‘Bailey’ knows one thing for sure: all dogs go to heaven after they have fulfilled their purpose on earth. But Bailey’s work on earth is far from finished; there are still so many more humans that need a dog’s talent for unconditional love. There is one family in particular that needs Bailey’s help, a family that is on the verge of breaking apart.

In this charming collection of 19 stories, you can't help but fall in love with the unlucky fawn who is saved by a nursing home, the troublesome rabbit who warms her way into a new family and the good (German) shepherd who comforts the sick. These are stories of hope, humor, triumph, loyalty, compassion, life, and even death - but most of all, these are stories of love and the extraordinary animals who make our lives the richer for it.

Oliver and the Thunderous Snore is a heartwarming and humorous children's bedtime story that will delight readers of all ages. This enchanting tale follows the adorable miniature schnauzer, Oliver, and his loving human mother, Paula, as they navigate a series of nighttime adventures caused by Paula's unexpectedly loud snoring. Summary: In a cozy little house under the soft glow of the moon, Oliver loves his bedtime routine with Paula. She tucks him into his fluffy doggy bed, gives him a goodnight kiss, and sings the sweetest lullabies. But one night, just as Oliver drifts off to sleep, ...

Pancho Humps The Mayor: When Good Dogs Make Bad Decisions The hilarious third installment in the Pancho series! Just when the Henderson family thought they'd gotten Pancho's embarrassing behaviors under control, their infamous Chihuahua finds a new way to mortify them in public. After conquering his digestive issues and defeating the dreaded flying fart-can, Pancho develops an uncontrollable passion for all things velvet, most unfortunately, the mayor's expensive blazer during the town parade. From emergency "behavioral management garments" (dog pants) to an unexpected career as the town's ...

Thrift shop til someone drops... Taking in donations at a thrift store could only bring good fortune, right? That is, unless there’s more than secondhand treasures in those boxes… Jessica Braun’s thrift shop is thriving, her first donations are coming in to resell, and the new neighborhood watch is a success. Add a date with an unexpected gentleman, and Jess’s first summer back in Minnesota is sweet as maple syrup. But when donated collectibles are stolen, a local woman lands in deep water. The deputy is ready to let Jess help investigate when the quiet town is turned upside down ...

Rose, a teenage girl in foster care, longs for her dog, Max, whom her criminal father keeps as leverage over her. During one of her visits, she discovers human remains on her father's property and must decide between protecting her beloved dog and reporting the crime. Meanwhile, Rose's friendship with Hugh, a bullied boy, deepens as they navigate the challenges of their lives together.

His best friend's been kidnapped. He could be next. Only magic can save them, but who will train him? BMC Jasmine has lost too many loved ones on his watch. Now he's on a mission to grow his CatCast followers and save the world from humans' violent drama. But when his methods anger the lottery commission and attract an unsavory crowd, his human revokes his podcasting privilege, threatening his life's work. While an enraged BMC passionately argues his case, intruders infiltrate his home and snatch his best pal. Desperate to save his friend, he throws a magical spell. Except it explodes and ...

What happens when the Zusaks open their family home to three big, wild, pound-hardened dogs - Reuben, a wolf at your door with a hacksaw; Archer, blond, beautiful, deadly; and the rancorously smiling Frosty, who walks like a rolling thunderstorm? The answer can only be chaos: there are street fights, park fights, public shamings, property trashing, bodily injuries, stomach pumping, purest comedy, shocking tragedy, and carnage that needs to be seen to be believed ... not to mention the odd police visit at some ungodly hour of the morning.

The sequel to Daisy Days. It's three years later... Enjoying their retirement, now back on English soil after another six month stay in their second home in France, mayhem begins again for Susie and Jack Morton. Plain sailing isn’t a regular occurrence for them as their previous adventures revealed. Towing Daisy, their beloved caravan, proves a challenge for Jack after his six-month break from caravanning – and the journey home from the port across to Eastbourne is far from straight forward…with a surprise for Susie. Will Susie be pleased with her birthday present from Jack? It’s ...

He’s lost everything. She’s afraid of what she’s got. Sometimes, first love needs a second chance... In the space of six months, Nick Hanson’s perfect life has fallen apart. Faced with the loss of his best friend, his fortune, and his job, he’s returned to the New Hampshire town of Fable Notch to wait out the disaster. For Nick, this is just an unfortunate interlude— a chance to hatch a plan that will have New York begging for his return. Until he crosses paths with an injured dog and his past comes knocking... For veterinarian Dani Vaughn, Fable Notch has always been home, so ...