True Animal

Whether we watch quick little songbirds at our backyard feeders, keep a flock of chickens, teach parrots to talk, or stand looking up at the sky, mesmerized by the aerial acrobatics of blackbirds gathering as the leaves turn in the fall, humans have an almost universal admiration of and interest in birds. We love the birdsong of spring, the fledglings in summer, the deep V of geese in autumn, the bright spot of red cardinals against white snow. Wild or domestic, birds are clearly one of God's best gifts.

During their daily walks, new puppy Dea pulls her human, Alison, by the leash into making connections, handling crippling loss, and coping with the challenges of life. What might have been tragic through Alison’s eyes finds wider perspective and resonance through Dea’s as she tolerates Alison’s pathetic attempts at meditation and online dating, sees her through a second bout of cancer, and finally steers Alison toward appreciating life’s daily wonders that are a puppy’s birthright.

Do you dream of a few hens scratching contentedly in your backyard? Little Farm in the Henhouse brings you the joys and challenges of keeping a small flock of laying hens--with tips and techniques for healthy, happy chickens! When city girl Susan moves out to the country to start a homestead, getting some hens seems like a great idea. Problem: what little she knew about farm animals was what she read in books. Still, since Susan and her husband John are big on self-reliance, they forge ahead with their plan for keeping chickens...despite the learning curve. And what an eye-opener it is! ...

When the nurturing nature of women meets the loyalty and unguarded affection of dogs, remarkable connections ensue. You'll be entertained, inspired, and moved by this anthology of true stories from women around the world.

Meredith Grey, Olivia Benson, and Benjamin Button are much more than footnotes in the story of Taylor Swift’s life. They’re in her music videos and ads, they’re on magazine covers with her and all over her social media, and they even travel with her when she goes on tour. With adorable, full-color art, Karma Is a Cat is the first book to feature their inspawring stories. Discover the facts behind the fur and find all kinds of hidden messages in this purrfect listen for Taylor Swift fans and cat lovers of all ages!

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When John Tovey lost his sight at the age of 42, he thought his life was over. He was wrong, it was just beginning. John had followed a bad path drifting in and out of trouble. He was sent to improvement schools, a young offenders institute and eventually a prison. John was on self-destruct and thought nothing or no one could help him. Then he became the victim of a vicious attack by a notorious train ‘steaming’ gang. John knew he had to take the witness stand.

Owen-known to his family as "little buddy" or "Little B"-has a rare genetic disorder that leaves him largely confined to a wheelchair. Before being united with Haatchi, Little B was anxious and found it difficult to make friends. Haatchi-an adorable Anatolian Shepherd puppy-was abused and left for dead on railroad tracks. He was struck by an oncoming train, and although his life was saved, his leg and tail were partially severed. Haatchi was left massively disabled and totally dispirited.

We Bought a Zoo is about one young family, a broken down zoo, and the wild animals that changed their lives forever. When Ben and his wife Katherine sold their small flat in Primrose Hill, upped sticks with their children, and invested their savings into a dilapidated zoo on the edge of Dartmoor, they were prepared for a challenge and a momentous change in all their lives. What they weren’t prepared for was Katherine’s devastating second brain cancer diagnosis.

Bull Bull is a true story about a little white bull and the special bond he shares with Papa and the grandchildren—Gracie, Leia, and Harrison. From the moment Papa brings him home from the sale barn, Bull Bull becomes a beloved part of the family. The children care for him, feed him, and take him on adventures, but as he grows bigger and stronger, they must learn an important lesson about love and letting go. A touching real-life story, Bull Bull is a heartwarming tale perfect for young listeners who love farm animals, family, and the magic of childhood memories.

I'm a lone wolf. A detective on the brink. A man with nothing to lose. Then I met her. A cold case brought me back to where I lost everything. Figured I'd solve it, then exit stage left. Permanently. Then Mya walked into my life. And I learn my fated mate is facing a life sentence. Punished for a crime she didn't commit. Shifter law says I can't do anything about it. That I'm supposed to leave her behind and let her suffer. Not happening. Nobody should be surprised by what I do. And those who stand in my way should be afraid. Very afraid. ★★★★★ Rick is the closed-door version (...

Travel to Bhutan, Canada, Ireland, Greece the Bronx and more as you embark on adventures in the saddle. In this book you will find out what it's like to be apart of a "saddle club" friendship whilst growing up in Australia. You'll race the Grey Ghost against your childhood rivalry, and you'll knock on strangers doors in Ireland as you complete your 400 mile journey across a country. This heartwarming book is full of inspirational stories written by a variety of authors whose friendships with their horses, themselves and their friends have formed impeccable bonds.

This collection of true, feel-good holiday stories celebrates the gift of dogs. It's the perfect companion for those magical Christmas evenings in front of the fireplace with your favorite canine companion. It also makes a heartfelt gift for dog-loving friends. Contributors include Lauraine Snelling, Melody Carlson, Amy Shojai, and many more.

Inside every loggerhead turtle is genius: the ability to find their first home, no matter how far away. Follow one, from her birth on a beach in Australia...to her trip across an ocean filled with sharks and seahorses and much more...to her rescue from a net by a fisherman, who names her Yoshi...to her rehabilitation at an aquarium...to her record-breaking swim across the Indian Ocean to the beach on which she hatched, to lay her eggs.

Ash and Brandy clash like fire and whiskey. But neither can afford to lose what they’ve found at the Jade River Sanctuary. This is a last chance for each of them. Ash has cut all ties to a past that has been painful and bruising. He's tired of giving his heart to women who will only break it for him. Before he realizes what he's done, he's fallen for Brandy. She might be the woman who breaks him one last time. Brandy fled her own wedding. The betrayals came from too many directions, and she can't even confide in the people she trusts the most. The truth will destroy her entire family. She...

When you finally find your mate and she's not only human but your main suspect in a shifter-related crime, do you claim her? Or shackle her? As an immortal Royal shifter, Rafe Alexander knows what to expect from life: boredom, broken by the occasional call from Shifter Affairs. But the task that leads him to West Virginia changes everything. A father is dead. A shifter child is missing. And the woman connected to both tragedies is hiding a secret. Rafe must figure out what she knows, but his interest in Jasmine goes far beyond the case. She’s his destined female. Their attraction is ...

If you're reading this, I can guess that you've either lived or worked with dogs. We don't call them man's best friend for nothing. Since the very dawn of civilization, man has shared his life with our canine friends. This is the complete five-book series, a collection of 60 true stories that we hope illustrate just why life is always enhanced by having a dog around.

When Simon, an orphaned young cat, is smuggled on board HMS Amethyst, his simple life amidst the streets of Hong Kong is transformed into an adventure fit for heroes. Bringing joy and compassion to those on board, Simon is the only puss to have been awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal, the highest honour for animal gallantry in wartime.

This is the complete five book series, a collection of 60 true stories that we hope illustrate just why life is always enhanced by having a dog around. The relationships we have with our dogs are as real and intense as any we have with our family and friends or partners, many would say more important in a lot of ways. Even though we don't share a common verbal language, something magical happens when your soul meets with the warm, trusting nature and intelligence of a dog.

I thought I was an average woman except for strange little events in my life. These events were like dust bunnies under the bed - out of sight, out of mind, hidden little secrets I needed to tell. I finally joined a healing energy school to get some answers, and got the shock of my life: A spirit guide communicated with me while I was meditating, and she was just the start. When animals started appearing around people, I knew the old, traditional, limited ways of thinking had to go.