Dog Move

Betsy Vereckey was thirty-seven and newly divorced when she rerouted her life from New York City to a tiny town in New Hampshire that she knew virtually nothing about, except that it was her dog's hometown. She was leaving behind a marriage that had ended, a soulless marketing job, and a Brooklyn apartment overrun with mice. Everything had gone south at once—a particular kind of collapse where the universe is practically yelling at you to take a hint and get your act together.

This book is updated often to reflect current information. Last updated JANUARY 2026 to include new information on, financial requirements for residency and other updates. So, you’re thinking about trying out Mexico? Good for you. Where will you live? Mexico is a big country—living in Tulum is nothing like living in Mexico City and neither is anything like living in Puerto Vallarta. The food is different, the culture is different, the weather is different. It’s an incredible country with many unique living experiences to choose from. And there are other questions. What will you do for...

A hilarious travel memoir about a man who moved with his wife, three kids, and two pets onto a forty-six-foot sailboat for a year. He expected it to be a yearlong version of Margaritaville, but what he got was shipwrecks, bad directions, hygiene calamities, and pirate attacks (sort of). Perfect...

It's never too late to chase your dreams: Before she discovered running, Nita Sweeney was 49-years-old, chronically depressed, occasionally manic, and unable to jog for more than 60 seconds at a time. Using exercise, Nita discovered an inner strength she didn't know she possessed, and with the help of her canine companion, she found herself on the way to completing her first marathon. In her memoir, Sweeney shares how she overcame emotional and physical challenges to finish the race and come back from the brink. 

When the ex-president of the Paranormal Cheese Council is found dead under the world's largest wedge of cheese, Ella is on the case! Unable to admit who she really is, she goes undercover.

Michael Hingson’s inspiring true story captivated the world when he and his guide dog Roselle escaped the Twin Towers together on 9/11, a story that became the New York Times bestselling book Thunder Dog. During decades of walking with guide dogs, he had learned a surprising truth that helped save his life that day: Being afraid can be a positive thing, one that prepares us to deal with any situation that befalls us.

Is your older dog slipping on floors, hesitating on stairs, struggling to get up, or slowing down on walks? Mobility changes in an aging companion can begin quietly. A back leg slides on the kitchen floor. A jump onto the sofa becomes uncertain. Stairs take longer. Walks get shorter. Your dog may still be trying, but their body is working harder than it used to. Helping Your Senior Dog Move Comfortably is a calm, practical guide for owners who want to make daily movement safer, easier, and more comfortable for an aging dog. This book is not about giving up on activity. It is about adjusting...

Brought to you by Penguin. THE SUNDAY TIMES WORD-OF-MOUTH BESTSELLER. A profoundly moving and life-affirming novel about one man’s desire to preserve his autonomy, the multitude of stories contained within a life, and the big things for which we have no words. Shortlisted for the Waterstones...

When the Saulnier sisters suffer one disappointment too many in their native France, they decide to pack up and try their luck in America. As journalists, they have the run of the country, following stories that take them to places where most Americans have never been - from the back roads of Appalachia to an underground village of homeless people in the New York City subway system. And along the way, they dine on: Nathan's Famous hot dogs at the annual hot dog-eating contest in Coney Island.

Help Your Senior Golden Move With More Comfort When your once-bouncy Golden Retriever starts hesitating at stairs, struggling to rise, or tiring after walks, it can feel frightening. You want to help, but you may not know which changes matter most. This gentle senior Golden Retriever care guide gives you a calm, practical path forward so you can support joint comfort, protect mobility, and keep your dog included in the life they love. A Compassionate Plan for Slower Days Inside, you will learn how to notice subtle pain signals before they become a crisis, track your Golden's daily movement,...

Fans of Abby Jimenez and Meryl Wilsner will fall in love with this hilarious and refreshingly authentic novel about second chances, pugs, and finding the perfect muse. Business consultant Rose Josten might not have officially reached “pug lady” middle age, but she’s already got the...

Seven-year-old Lucas Andrews-Marcotte is not happy. His family is moving from their comfortable home in Toronto to the small city of Brantford to be closer to his dad's book publisher. Lucas thinks it's a Very Bad Idea but even his brother and sister, Dylan and Hailey, are excited! No one is listening to Lucas.Once they arrive in Brantford, things look a a bit brighter. Their new house is bigger than their old house, with a pool and even room for a trampoline! But it is still a lot of change for Lucas, and no one seems to care how he feels about any of it.When the family goes to Lions Park ...

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 ...

"Dion Graham is pure magic behind the microphone as he narrates this fun family-friendly story about Alice the rabbit and her furry companions...Graham imbues each character with such passion and personality that listeners will cherish every second of this beautifully woven tale." -- AudioFile...

Most people visit Rome. John Henderson moved there. When a sixteen-month sabbatical turned into more than a decade of life in the Eternal City, veteran journalist John Henderson discovered a Rome that tourists rarely experience. In The Cappuccino Chronicles, Henderson takes readers beyond the famous landmarks and postcard views to explore the everyday realities of living in one of the world's most glamorous cities. From neighborhood cafés and bustling markets to cultural traditions and exasperating challenges, he reveals the Rome that guidebooks can't capture. Written with the keen eye of ...

Lulu has been waiting at the Animal Rescue Center for fourteen months. She was a Bichon Frise with dark, patient eyes and the kind of loyalty that doesn't ask for much in return. She'd had a good life with Ziggy, an elderly man who came to America with two suitcases and a heart still aching from a war that scattered everything he'd ever built. They found each other the way good things sometimes happen: unexpectedly, perfectly. But hearts don't stay on schedule, and when Ziggy's stopped, Lulu was left waiting again. Then a young family walks into the shelter on a February Saturday. Their ...

'You could call him Paddington,' Adam said, casually, 'Don't name him! I said, as if this was self-evident. Names turn situations into responsibilities. When Mirelle Radley set off for Peru with her cousin Adam, hoping to heal her broken heart, she didn't expect to meet someone who would change...

Freeeeee!!!! Drifty, Dawn, and Devon are sick of staying home. They are tired of video games, reading books or watching movies. They are ready for anything that will take them away from the house. Their grandparent’s purchase of a new RV Motorhome is the perfect chance for the kids to feel “normal” again. The family, along with thier giant sized dog Chance, sets out to discover fun new summer adventures. Little do they know what troubles lie ahead as they travel around the Southern United States.A perilous life or death rescue introduces them to a pair of mysterious travelers. ...

Now with an extra chapter, the beginning of the sequel Our Little Piece of Paradise. A warm-hearted, autobiographical story about the location and lifestyle in a small village in the Algarve, as seen through the eyes of Karen, and her husband Nick, who made the move seeking a quieter, more serene way of life. What lurks in the shadows of paradise, however, is a life-changing illness she has struggled with in the past and now comes to the fore. They have made Portugal their home. Will they be able to navigate the health system and succeed in getting her the urgent operation needed, to ...

A New York Times Notable Book of 1994! Highly respected author, philosopher, and animal trainer Vicki Hearne offers a treasure trove of animal anecdotes, all written in her unique and poetic style. Through entertaining stories about cats, horses, an ornamental carp, a scorpion, and tortoises, Hearne focuses on how each of these various creatures experiences happiness in its own special way. She takes issue with Ludwig Wittgenstein on lions and language, discusses the naming of pets, and considers the process of mourning a loved dog’s death.