First Dog

Thirty thousand years ago, ice was storming the planet. Among the species forced out of the trees and onto the steppes by the advancing cold was modern man, who was both predator and prey. No stranger to the experiences that make us human - a mother's love and a father's betrayal, tribal war and increasing famine, political intrigue and forbidden love, joy and hope and devastating loss - our ancestors competed for scant resources in a brutal landscape.

INTRODUCING THREE FAST-PACED, HEART-POUNDING, ROMANTIC SUSPENSE STORIES FEATURING K9 HANDLERS SEARCHING FOR LOVE. Step into the world of Disaster City Search and Rescue, where officers, firefighters, military, and medics, train and work alongside each other with the dogs they love, to do the most dangerous job of all — help lost and injured victims find their way home. Perfect for fans of Lynn Shannon, Christy Barritt and Laura Scott. What readers are saying about the series: “I felt drawn in the story from the beginning to the end.” -BookAddict “The story has plenty of mystery, ...

Stop the Stress Before the First Paw Hits the Floor. Bringing a rescue dog home to an apartment isn’t just a life change—it’s a logistical challenge. Between the narrow hallways, the elevator rides, and the neighbors on the other side of the wall, those first three days are the most critical window for setting your new best friend up for success. In The First 72 Hours with Your Rescue Dog, you’ll find a step-by-step, urban-focused blueprint for navigating the "3-3-3 rule" within the confines of apartment living. This isn’t just a general training manual; it’s a tactical guide ...

Elizabeth rescues a puppy George Wickham abandoned, and Darcy falls first… helplessly, with wet sleeves and soap in his hair. Beau isn’t any ordinary spaniel. He tugs Elizabeth’s skirts as she dances with Mr. Wickham while Mr. Darcy watches with hearts in his eyes. When the puppy leads Elizabeth on a wild chase into the hedgerows, it is Darcy, not Wickham, who kneels in the mud to coax the frightened creature to safety. Elizabeth becomes the worst puppy owner in Hertfordshire—dropping scraps from the table, allowing Beau to soil his silky fur with mud and other unmentionables, and, ...

Three years ago, while studying abroad I met a man who would change my life forever. In just one single night together, Ashby had satisfied me in ways I’d never experienced before, not with a single one of my ex-girlfriends. I wasn’t gay, though. I could never look at another man the way I looked at Ashby—and believe me, I tried. Now, going into my junior year at Dogson University I’m fresh out of another failed relationship, and that encounter with Ashby still burns in my mind like it happened yesterday. I believed I would never meet my unicorn again—until the first day of class....

Discover how to transform your playful pup into a well-behaved companion in just one week—without stress, confusion, or overwhelming time commitments! Are you feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of puppy training? Struggling to balance your busy schedule while ensuring your furry friend learns essential behaviors? You're not alone. Many first-time dog owners feel lost, but training your puppy doesn’t have to be frustrating or time-consuming. This book delivers a step-by-step, science-backed approach to training your puppy using positive reinforcement, short and effective daily ...

At the dawn of civilization, a wolf dog befriends an old hunter and revives his alpha powers among his human tribe. Together with the animal’s pack, they discover a new way of life — a shared odyssey of survival and trust that grows into the most successful partnership the Earth has ever known, changing dogs and humans forever.

Exclusive Beach Party Takes Murderous Turn Dumped by her cheating husband, 44 year old Jenny King is trying to build a new life in the small seaside town of Pelican Cove. Locals are lining up at the Boardwalk Cafe for her tasty cakes and muffins. But when her aunt, a local artist, is accused of killing a stranger, Jenny is forced to set her apron aside and put on her sleuthing cap. Jenny battles with the cranky local sheriff and quirky local characters to get to the truth. Aided by her new friends, she will move heaven and earth to find out who the dead stranger was and what he was doing in...

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER STARS OF THE PBS NOVA DOCUMENTARY CAN DOGS TALK? An incredible, revolutionary true story and surprisingly simple guide to teaching your dog to talk from speech-language pathologist Christina Hunger, who has taught her dog, Stella, to communicate using simple...

Every aspect of screenwriting is covered with an authority and credibility never seen in any book to come before. Told with honesty, humor, and vulnerability from the real-world perspective of a working, professional screenwriter, Kill the Dog reveals the secrets of what it takes to have a successful career as a Hollywood screenwriter.

How do you raise a happy, healthy, and emotionally resilient dog? Full of actionable guidance, Puppy Brain will show you how to create a harmonious, fulfilling relationship with your pet, from Kerry Nichols, founder of Nicholberry Goldens. Do you want to learn how to help your dog feel safe? Do...

From New York Times bestselling author Mia Sheridan comes an emotional, slow burn romance about a woman desperate to hide and the man who sees through her walls—perfect for fans of Colleen Hoover and Lucy Score. “A beautifully touching story of true love and triumph over heartbreaking...

When a greedy moocher steals her life, can a good dog take it back? Maddie, the German Shepherd, lives for her puppies and her human, Jones. Doting on them fills her heart. When bad luck puts Jones away and locks Maddie up, she’d stop at nothing to save him. But she finds true love, and she's torn. Will she forgo her freedom to save Jones, or will he die all alone? MOM, a dog story, is the prequel to Becoming K-9 and the first book in Rada Jones’s Amazing Dog Stories. If you love tales of dogs, adventure, and undaunted courage, this story is for you. Buy MOM today to read into a good ...

A Native American first contact story and gripping thriller from the New York Times bestselling author of Robopocalypse "Thrilling and personal... an important addition to the landscape of science fiction."—Pierce Brown, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Red Rising "Hole in the Sky is...

Telling the remarkable tale of a man who is still remembered on the streets of New Orleans and in the hearts of professional-wrestling fans, this book aims to restore the overlooked Junkyard Dog to his proper place in the history books. In 1979, Sylvester Ritter, also known as the Junkyard Dog, managed to break one of the final color barriers in the sport by becoming the first Black wrestler named undisputed top star of his promotion, and this biography reveals all the famous feuds and business back stories that made him a wrestling legend.

A Broken World. One Hopeful Pup. An Adventure Beyond Imagining. ★★★★★ “Warriors, but Better” - Amazon Customer, Amazon ★★★★★ “I was immediately hooked and can’t recommend this book enough” - Sprout, Amazon ★★★★★ “Love this book! Intriguing path and creative plot. Can't wait got #2” - KKersten, Amazon Long after what humanity considered to be the end of the world, their former pets have come to inhabit the ruins of once great cities, and life has adapted to this strange new reality. Dogs walk where men once stood, forging a new path toward an ...

Is there an animal doctor in the house? When an accident or other emergency threatens your pet, every minute counts. Don't be unprepared! Download the updated audiobook of The First-Aid Companion for Dogs and Cats by Amy Shojai for hands-free emergency veterinary advice on your device - whenever and wherever needed!

The last thing I expected when I moved to a small town was to be taken out by a cupcake stand… or for my dog to drag me straight into the arms of the town’s most charming contractor. I moved here for quiet and the chance to figure out my life. What I got was a Great Dane who sows chaos everywhere he goes, a town full of meddling matchmakers, and cowboy Gray Hale -- stubborn, grounded, and impossibly kissable. He should be off-limits; after all, I’ve never fallen for a man before. But the more we hike, trade trivia-night trash talk, and steal kisses that leave me dizzy, the harder it ...

COLD CASE PERIL An unsolved crime. A K-9 team on the case. Unexpected danger is closing in fast… When someone tries to run dog trainer Micah Landon off the road, Officer Lucy Lopez and her K-9 partner, Piper, show up just in time to make a rescue. Someone wants Micah dead—but why? Is this...

This timeless classic now features a foreword written by New York Times bestselling author Judy Blume, as well as an exclusive interview with Beverly Cleary herself! In the first novel from Newbery Medal–winning author Beverly Cleary, boys and girls alike will be charmed instantly by an...