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.

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. 

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.

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...

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.

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 ...

'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...

When the wind changes, a retired border collie named Finn slips through the garden gate and into the wild hills of Wales, chasing something only he can sense — the scent of a life unfinished. Once the loyal companion of a shepherd who died under mysterious circumstances, Finn begins a journey across a haunted landscape, following instinct, memory, and something deeper. Along the way, he rescues a child, comforts the lonely, and confronts the ghosts of his past — all while drawing closer to a truth long buried. But this is more than a dog’s story. It’s about grief, healing, and the ...

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 feel-good tale of old secrets, new friendships and second chances from the Sunday Times bestselling author of An Ideal Husband 'A feel-good tale which you won’t want to put down once you start reading' Five Star Reader Review 'It has all of Erica James' trademark heartwarming tenderness...

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. ...

Romance blossoms in the Colorado foothills in this sweet romance by New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray Former Army captain Greg Tebo loves his new life in Woodland Park. In the two years since he joined the WPFD, he’s gained a reputation as a fearless firefighter, and after...

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.

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.

Larry Moves to Republic is a heartwarming children’s picture book about adventure, friendship, and learning to be happy wherever life takes you. Larry is a yellow Labrador with a big heart and an even bigger tail wag. He once lived in the busy city, surrounded by cats, horses, and chickens. But when his family moves to a small town called Republic, Larry discovers a whole new world waiting just outside his door! In his new home, Larry has acres and acres to run free. He splashes in cool streams, sniffs tall pine trees, and bounds joyfully across wide-open meadows. Along the way, Larry ...

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 ...

Finding an iguana after he goes missing for three years is only one of the surprising moments in this memoir of pet ownership. There are midnight vigils with a sickly chameleon, disappearing sharks, and neighborhood dog disputes. This short little book is packed with all the feels, and you won't be able to put it down.

Self-help books offer solid, beneficial techniques, but they really only work for the young. Award-winning comedy writer Gene Perret reveals that more mature devotees must adjust these techniques, tweak them, alter them, and in some cases, ignore them completely. New Tricks for Old Dogs points out some of the flaws in the self-help philosophy. It tempers the advice with common sense. The battle cry of this volume is do it, but don't overdo it.

Brought to you by Penguin. 'He left you some money.' Mickey felt her mouth drop open. The first half of that sentence had rung clear and true. The second half had not. Her father was one to take, not give. After he left them for his new family, Mickey resolved never to think of her father again...