Foster Animals

Will Lucy’s royal dreams melt the icy trails or lead her to a grand destiny? In the frosty heartland of Minnesota, where the trails wind through vast snow-covered landscapes, a comical Siberian husky named Lucy reigns supreme. However, Lucy isn’t your typical sled dog; she’s a self-proclaimed furry monarch with dreams of grandeur. When the Running Dogs Lodge becomes the stage for her royal escapades, Lucy’s antics and comedic tales unfold in a flurry of laughter and delight. As Lucy prances along on her journey from aspiring sled dog to the queen of her own kingdom, her unique blend...

Eleven-year-old Bee dreams of having a cat, but her dad is terrified of them, her twin brother is busy with wacky inventions, and her mom is halfway around the world studying Komodo dragons. Everything changes when Bee discovers her magical talent for taming cats with a simple, slow blink. Her gift brings her to the Cat Adoration Club, where she gets the job of fostering The Yowler, a ferocious kitten with a big attitude.

Prez knows that the best way to keep track of things is to make a list. That's important when you have a grandfather who is constantly forgetting. And it's even more important when your grandfather can't care for you anymore, and you have to go live with a foster family out in the country.

It's a hard-knock life for America's favorite orphan! Everyone knows the story of the irrepressible Annie, who lives at Miss Hannigan's orphanage until she beats the odds and finds a new life with the benevolent and wealthy Daddy Warbucks. Annie has enchanted millions of fans from her original comic strip appearance to the hit Broadway musical. Now, with a Tony-nominated revival playing on Broadway, Puffin is reissuing this novelization of the classic story, with a new introduction by Tony and Emmy Award-winning author Thomas Meehan.

When Elsie, an orphan on the streets of Victorian London, hears about the mysterious Ice Monster - a woolly mammoth found at the North Pole - she’s determined to discover more.... Luckily, a chance encounter brings Elsie face-to-face with the creature, sparking the adventure of a lifetime - from London to the heart of the Arctic!

Libby Foster is an investigative journalist. When her dead-beat boyfriend steals her latest scoop, she quits her job at the Boston Gazette and moves back home to Black Ridge Cove, Maine. Her day only gets worse when a ghost runs right through her, she witnesses an explosion that may have been caused by her mystical BFFs, and there is one too many bodies in the casket at the memorial for a founding family member of the coastal small town. Nobody seems to know how 'that guy' got in there, only that he has been murdered.

Actress Jodie Foster narrates this classic from the Brothers Grimm. One day, a poor fisherman catches and then frees an enchanted flounder who is able to grant any wish imaginable. A simple man without pretensions, the fisherman would rather leave well enough alone. But his wife's greed forces the fisherman to return to the flounder time after time until it is too late.

Ben Coffin has never felt like he fits in. A former foster kid, he keeps his head down at school to avoid bullies and spends his afternoons reading sci-fi books at the library. But that all changes when he finds a scruffy abandoned dog named Flip and befriends the librarian's daughter, Halley. For the first time, Ben starts to feel like he belongs in his own life. Then everything changes, and suddenly Ben is more alone than ever.

Pudding the panda makes everyone smile at Edinburgh Zoo. But what would make her truly happy is a family to take care of - like her heroine, Mary Poppins. Meanwhile, Callum is having a hard time at home. His parents keep arguing; his sister is annoying; and his ninth birthday gift is a certificate for an "adopted" panda when all he’d wanted was Lego. Then by a twist of fate, the unbelievable happens, and the two come together on Callum’s front doorstep.

Amidst adversity, can laughter and love truly conquer all? Follow along on a heartwarming journey with Ryder and Rose in a tale of resilience, laughter, and the power of love. Born into the confines of a testing facility, the beagle siblings navigate the challenges of a world unknown, finding solace in each other’s company. As they face the monotony of kennel life and the loss of their parents, Ryder emerges as the comedic force, using humor to lighten even the darkest moments. The story takes a delightful turn with the arrival of his sister, Rose, adding a burst of joy and laughter into ...

Pawsitively Resilient: Tails of Triumph… In the heartwarming tale of Missed Chances, follow Kota, a spirited Sable German Shepherd pup, as she navigates a world filled with more trials than treats. From her rough start of being abandoned to the scary confines of a bustling animal shelter, Kota’s journey will surely tug at your heartstrings. Endearing and resilient, despite a series of missed chances that could have sunk her spirit, Kota faces the world with a wagging tail and a spirit that refuses to be crushed. As Kota battles through abandonment, the chaos of a shelter, and amputation...

Luna’s story is a testament to the power of love and the extraordinary journey that awaits those who dare to dream. As a single pup to Rocky and Bella, Luna’s journey unfolds like a heartwarming tale of survival and love. Hailing from the outskirts of the city, Luna paints a vivid picture of her resourceful upbringing in the woods. Her parents, wise in the ways of life, taught her the invaluable lesson of treading lightly yet loving loudly — the family motto that she carried with her throughout her challenging life. After a series of heartbreaks, Luna’s story unfolds, a moving tale ...

Ken Foster never intended to adopt an abandoned dog. But after bringing Brando home, he notices how many homeless strays there are in the city. Suddenly, he sees them everywhere and finds himself unable to resist taking them home. But what he gains from them in return is far richer than his own expense.

It’s a life-altering New Year for 13-year-old Lydia when she uproots to a Connecticut farm to live with her aunt following her mother’s death. Aunt Brat and her jovial wife, Eileen, and their ancient live-in landlord, Elloroy, are welcoming - and a little quirky. Lydia’s struggle for a sense of belonging in her new family is highlighted when the women adopt a big yellow dog just days after the girl’s arrival.

In one vast and sparkling city, everyone can fly. Almost everyone. A few, nicknamed leadfeet, are sentenced by a trick of nature or fate to forever spend their lives closer to the ground. But one night, a girl named Gurl - a leadfoot, an orphan, a nobody - discovers that she can do something much better than fly. She can become invisible. This amazing power will help her uncover the secret mysteries of the city. But even with her newfound talent, Gurl can't seem to hide from a giant rat man with a taste for cats.

The Big Wander is a trip 14-year-old Clay Lancaster and his older brother Mike have planned for years. It’s Clay’s dream to find his ex-rodeo-star uncle, who quit the tour and disappeared somewhere in the vast and colorful Monument Valley. But Mike - heartbroken and unfocused after losing his girlfriend - soon heads for home. Clay, however, will not give up. He finds a job in a remote trading post, and follows a lead on his uncle’s whereabouts that takes him deep into Navajo country.

Meet HARRIET HOUND. She’s eight years old, lives in Australia, is autistic, and loves dogs! But Harriet has something else that makes her super … the power to summon the dogs from her family’s rescue shelter every time there’s trouble afoot. Whether it’s a carnival catastrophe, a sudden storm, or vanishing vegetables, Harriet and her best dog friends use their super special talents and problem-solving skills to save the day!

From despair to freedom, a canine’s journey... hope is unleashed. In the heartwarming tale of Sadie, the one-eared wonder, prepare to take a journey from the appalling living conditions of a heartless backyard breeder to the warmth of a loving forever home. With a missing ear as a testament to her troubling past, Sadie’s spirit remains unbroken, and her goofy, happy-go-lucky personality shines through. Amid hunger and chaos, Sadie emerges as a motivational speaker for her canine crew, spinning tales to make her siblings laugh and injecting a dose of humor into their challenging lives. ...

Prepare to be left in stitches and in happy tears as Mr. Bigg searches for a place to call home. Get ready to be swept away by the captivating journey of Mr. Bigg, a little dog with a larger-than-life personality. From his humble beginnings in Jerome’s Junkyard, where he earned the nickname Mr. B.I. Double G, to a series of heartwarming and humorous adventures, Mr. Bigg’s story is a rollercoaster of emotions, an example of resilience, and the extraordinary bond between a scrappy canine and the humans who cross his path. Follow Mr. Bigg’s paw prints as he navigates a world filled with ...

In this tense, pause-resisting story of survival in near-future England, Jacob must go to all lengths to find his dog and escape to freedom with a gang of rebel children. In a frighteningly real near future England, Jacob escapes from the Academy orphanage to reenter a world that is grimly recognizable. The Coalition can track anyone, anywhere, from a chip implanted at birth. Now Jacob must fulfill his promise to his parents, find his dog, Jet, and navigate his way out of England. Their only hope is a band of children who have found a way to survive off the grid: The Outwalkers.