Mountain Dog

“Southern storytelling that shows us an old world through new eyes… A beautifully fresh folktale.” - Daniel Wallace, Author, Big Fish "Keeps readers hanging on every word..." - Independent Book Review 2024 NYC Big Book Award Winner Fast-paced, heartwarming and inspired by a real Labrador Retriever, Between the Mountains is a suspenseful tale about a group of people connected through a stray dog. Roscoe was a nomad, roaming alone across a small town until he met J.D., the leader of a community center whose never-ending loyalty rivals that of the old lab. When a figure from the past ...

The Complete Guide to Bernese Mountain Dogs, by dog trainer and journalist Andrea Berman, is a comprehensive guidebook that delves into the temperament, health, and history of these sturdy and adaptable animals. In this audiobook, pet parents like you will find the tools to handle every stage of a Bernese mountain dog’s life, from the first few days at home to senior years.

Ahmed Aziz is having an epic year - epically bad. After his dad gets sick, the family moves from Hawaii to Minnesota for his dad’s treatment. Even though his dad grew up there, Ahmed can’t imagine a worse place to live. He’s one of the only brown kids in his school. And as a proud slacker, Ahmed doesn’t want to deal with expectations from his new teachers. Ahmed surprises himself by actually reading the assigned books for his English class. Shockingly, he doesn’t hate them.

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In the realm of men, Shelly Cartwright hasn't quite figured out how to catch her prince charming. At her older brother's wedding, she thinks her luck has changed when a handsome stranger waltzes in to save the day. Only he disappears for months, showing back up as a competing dog trainer. Since the night of his old Army buddies' wedding, Levi Kendrick can't get the beautiful Shelly out of his mind. When he and his brother start building their dog training facility in the same small town as Shelly, she sees him as nothing more than the competition. The brother's finances start to dwindle, ...

Iraq War veterans Kelton Jager and Azrael attempt to integrate back into American society pursuing a job at a new federal facility on a tip from a local veterinarian. Nestled in the mountains of Virginia’s Blue Ridge, Bearton seems a nice enough town to make a new start. There are modern conveniences, fresh air, and kind people. Best of all, numerous ex-Military Working Dogs are being shipped in at the local airport, indicating his skills as a dog handler might be in demand. Although Kelton’s application fails to bring him an employment opportunity, his observations raise questions. The...

In the snow country of Japan during World War II, we meet Morie Sawataishi, a fierce individualist who has chosen to break the law by keeping an Akita dog hidden in a shed on his property. By the time of the Japanese surrender in 1945, there are only sixteen Akitas left in the country. The survival of the breed becomes Morie's passion and life. Devoted to the dogs, Morie is forever changed.

In beautiful prose that is a joy to read, Sherrill opens up the world of the Dog Man and his wife, providing a profound look at what it is to be an individualist in a culture that reveres conformity, and what it means to live.

A tiny ad in a local newspaper catches Cedric Sapin-Defour’s eye: a litter of Bernese Mountain Dog puppies need homes. A lonely, single gym teacher and mountain climber in the French Alps, Cedric visits the dogs and immediately falls for a puppy with a blue collar who steps over his siblings to get to him. Named Ubac, French for the north side of the mountain—the rainy, cloudy slope—the puppy quickly upends Cedric’s life.

As a native of the small town of Hansonville, North Carolina,and a wilderness rescue worker, Raine Stockton knows the Smoky Mountains as well as anyone could, but she gave up her Search and Rescue work after a tragic loss. Now she reluctantly returns to active duty to help find a young child who has been kidnapped and taken deep into the forest.

Meg Gorton finds herself alone and lonely in Florida. Three years earlier, she packed what she could fit into her sister's car, told her husband, Gary, where he could find her, and asked him to take care of Moses, their beloved black Labrador. For years, she’d tried to talk Gary into moving away from Woodstock, Virginia. They both needed a fresh start after a painful loss, and when their grandson graduates from high school, Meg knows it’s time. But Meg also knows that if she wants a new beginning, she’ll have to do it alone.

After several years dreaming of a different lifestyle, we finally hit the road. We set out on our journey from Brighton, England, with our boy, a dog and three horses... fate led us to Paradise...a derelict, dirt floored ruin on the banks of a crystal clear river in the mountains of Portugal. Steve, my husband, and myself, were both enchanted at first sight by the stunning location of the ruin. It was surrounded by trees, and so quiet, just birdsong and the burble of the river. But the ruin had no electricity, running water, or telephone connection. There were no services at all. It would ...

Gus is a livestock guardian dog with one job—protecting his farm from coyotes and foxes. He likes keeping the sheep, the chickens, and his humans safe, and he’s very good at it. One day, Diego and his dad come to visit the farm, and Gus immediately connects to the small boy. They both like to sit still and enjoy the quiet, and Gus can tell that Diego likes being around a gentle giant of a dog, that it helps relieve the boy’s constant worry. When Gus detects the scent of a bear in the woods, he rushes to protect his flock, injuring his leg in a fight with the dangerous beast.

In her debut memoir, Nowhere for Very Long, Brianna Madia reflected on her life as a nomad, free to roam some of the most beautiful land in America. Now, in Never Leave the Dogs Behind, the van life adherent faces the unfathomable darkness that comes from a life blown apart, her only solace the support of her dogs.

When Zara Hunter’s left with a goofy dog, the husky brings more mischief than Zara’s organized life can handle. Zara Hunter runs her life like a well-oiled machine. With work, helping the worship team every week, and spending time with friends, she has no room for pets, men, or shenanigans. When her grandfather passes away, he leaves his dog, Blizzard, to Zara. Not only is the dog quirky, but Blizzard brings more chaos than Zara’s tranquil life allows. Gerard Hancock’s world came tumbling down years ago when he hit rock bottom due to drinking and drugs. His older brother takes him ...

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A middle-aged, overweight, and acrophobic newspaper editor Tom Ryan and a little dog, Atticus M. Finch, are an unlikely pair of mountaineers, but after a close friend dies of cancer, the two pay tribute to her by attempting to climb all forty-eight of New Hampshire's four-thousand-foot peaks twice in one winter. Tom and Atticus set out on an adventure of a lifetime that takes them across hundreds of miles and deep into an enchanting but dangerous winter wonderland. Little did they know that their most difficult test would lie ahead, after they returned home. Following Atticus is ultimately a story of transformation....

The JUST JUNIPER Adventures are exciting books that will enthrall children and motivate them to read. The adventures of Juniper, Sophia and friends will keep children eagerly turning the pages of the books and begging to read the next book of the series. In the first book of the series, “JUST JUNIPER -The First Adventure” Sophia wakes up to the sound of incessant barking. Juniper her two-year old Golden Retriever is looking out the window. “Juniper never barks. Why is she barking now?” In the first two books of the series young readers will get to know Sophia who is quiet and ...

Amidst the tranquil beauty of the mountains, Linc and Brigid had envisioned a romantic escape, a momentary breather from the hustle and bustle of life. Yet, the idyllic setting of their rented cabin turns into a chilling crime scene when they stumble upon a woman's lifeless body in Cabin 3. The little town of Pine Hill holds secrets, secrets that weigh heavy in the air. Whispered tales of missing individuals, speculations about the Pine Hill Mine polluting the environment, and a community turning a blind eye for the sake of jobs and their town's survival intertwine, making the situation ...

Millie is a feisty border terrier who lives on the streets and has a keen sense for finding scraps of food, usually in the shadows or the cover of darkness. She protects herself with a shield of what is perceived by many as aggression—barking and snarling—when in reality, Millie is just plain scared. Turned over to animal control after a recent run-in with the dogcatcher, Millie is rescued by a special education teacher who also rehabilitates and rehomes dogs. It’s a win-win. Together, the dogs and her students learn emotional resilience, anger management, and other coping skills.

Follow Steve and Sandra's lives as they embark on new adventures, discovering the vibrant culture of Malaysia before encountering some weird and wonderful flora and fauna in Australia. There is heartbreak as all the horses are re-homed and joy at the arrival of the 'Big Red Love Bus', a camper van that enables them to take to the open road, exploring Portugal and Spain's spectacular coastline. They enjoy the hospitality of friends in France, and catch up with family and friends in Britain before flying to the exotice Islands of Cape Verde. 'Beyond Paradise' is the third book in the series ...