Overcoming Animal

Lost somewhere in this world, Eliot is wandering the streets trying to survive. He dreams about being adopted by one of those strange beings with only two legs. This is the story of a dog who chose not to give up, not to lose faith, and to look for a better life. A life which he eventually finds thanks to a do-gooder like you or me.On his travels, Eliot creates a remarkable image of himself. He believes himself to be a big, strong, brave dog. He discovers newfound skills; he sees himself as a great escape artist and an expert trashcan tipper. He is also appreciative of his impressive sense ...

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.

No one expected Barley to have an encounter with the Messiah. He was homeless, hungry, and struggling to survive in first-century Jerusalem. Most surprisingly, he was a dog. But through Barley's eyes, the story of a teacher from Galilee comes alive in a way we've never experienced before.

This is a story about a 10-year-old girl and her friendship with a puppy called Moti. During a visit to her hometown, the girl finds this cute puppy. Despite the challenges of being miles away from her hometown, her heart is captured by the mischievous furry friend. With determination and a little help from loved ones, she embarks on a heartwarming journey to bring Moti back to the city. This delightful tale celebrates the unbreakable bond between a young girl and her newfound four-legged companion, reminding us that true friendship knows no boundaries.

From Superstition to Salvation: One Black Cat's Unforgettable Journey In a world where shadows hide both danger and beauty, a forgotten black cat must overcome the oldest superstition of all—his own midnight fur. Abandoned because of ancient fears, Billy the black cat struggles to survive alone on merciless city streets where superstition runs deeper than compassion. Through bitter winters and relentless rejection, he fights not just for food and shelter, but against a growing sense that darkness is all he'll ever know. Until the night everything changes. When Billy encounters Maya, a ...

Andy the Adventurous Ant: A Charming Tale of Independence, Courage, and Coming Home. Tired of marching in line and following orders, young Andy the Ant dreams of freedom and adventure beyond his busy colony. One brave morning, he decides to explore the vast jungle all by himself! But the world outside is bigger—and more dangerous—than Andy ever imagined. From narrowly escaping a spider's sticky trap to nearly drowning in a mighty river, from hiding from a hungry lizard to an unexpected ride on an elephant's muddy foot, Andy's exciting journey quickly becomes a series of heart-pounding ...

When a big, lovable, does-it-her-way dog wiggles her way into the heart of a loudmouth pipsqueak of a boy, wonderful things happen that help him become a bigger, better person. With its diverse cast, authentic narrator, and perfect blend of spot-on middle-grade humor, drama, and wisdom, this powerful debut is relatable, funny, bittersweet, and full of heart.

Vanessa's Rotten Day is a whimsical tale that is based on a true animal rescue story. One hot August morning, Vanessa, a young turkey vulture, is hunting for food when she spots a half-buried dog in a field. She swoops down and enjoys a savory meal. As she flies home, she begins to feel sick. Before long, she falls from the sky and crashes into a stranger's backyard. She's scared, unable to move, and desperately wants her mother. She trembles with fear as a human shadow closes in on her. What made her sick? Will the human harm her? Will she ever see her family again?

The friendship of Deer, Fox, Cow, and Pig was forged during a natural calamity. Years later, curiousity about a rumored two-legged creature in the valley tempts them to venture away from their comfortable home. Together, they overcome treacherous terrain and confront life-threatening predators. Yet, their ultimate destination threatens to break up their quartet when Cow and Pig are lured by the comforts of domestication. However, with patience and devotion, Deer and Fox stay nearby. Will their friendship withstand the ultimate test or will temptation threaten to tear them apart?

Critically-acclaimed author Monica Holloway shares the extraordinary, touching story of Cowboy, the golden retriever puppy who changed her son's life.

The stories in Chicken Soup for the Soul will encourage listeners to stay upbeat, because there's always a brighter way to look at life. This collection includes 34 Stories about overcoming adversity, healing, and how to say goodbye.

Well, meet Bennie the bear who is struggling to fall asleep after he loses his favorite stuffed animal, Georgie. He searches with all his might but cannot seem to find his beloved toy. This story follows Bennie the Bear as he visits his animal friends around Sleepy Hollow to ask for help. Will Hollie the hippo, Maxie the monkey, and Daisy the deer be able to help Bennie go to sleep? Come along this adventure and find out yourself in "The Adventure of Sleepy Bear".

This is a unique and heartwarming audiobook. It follows Danny the dyslexic dinosaur as he goes through the ups and downs of having dyslexia. It conveys through a child's eyes what having dyslexia feels like. The story shows how young Danny navigates the world with his dyslexia. It highlights some strengths and struggles experienced by children that have dyslexia. Danny struggles with various aspects of school and home life. Danny learns a new lesson each day. He uses his dyslexic strengths to overcome his challenges.

The seaside town of Isla has many stories, the most notable being the legend of the Seafaring Parrot. Locals claim that the Seafarer remembers every sound, every whisper, cry, laugh, or snort ever uttered. But, though there have been rumored Seafarer sightings, no one has actually seen the bird before. Other stories surround a boy named Pablo, who had washed up on shore in a blow-up swimming pool as an infant with only a lavender parrot as a companion.

In a world where magic is both a blessing and a curse, 16-year-old Fiona Winterbottom stands at the crossroads of chaos and control. Having bravely saved her community of witches from energy-sucking vampires, she now faces her toughest challenge yet: mastering her unpredictable powers when a wicked witch from the past is released from a magic mirror. Now Fiona must find a way to return this evil entity into the void from which she came. Despite her formidable aunts—powerful witches in their own right—trying to guide her, Fiona's adventurous spirit leads her to experiment with magic in ...

On a quiet farm, a young rabbit named Peter is born with a speech disability. His struggles to communicate make him an outcast among his fellow rabbits. He is left feeling lonely and misunderstood. With the steadfast support of his owner, Mrs. Thompson, Peter overcomes his limitations through practice and determination. When Peter enters a prestigious rabbit show, his bravery and resilience shine. As he stutters and stammers through the judges’ questions, Peter’s confidence grows. To everyone’s surprise, he is awarded “Best of Show”! This experience ignites a fire within him.

Travel to India, Iceland, Italy, South America, New Zealand, and more as you embark on countless adventures in the saddle. In this book, you will find out what it’s like to move to another country and fall in love with a horse abroad. You’ll discover the wild’s of the “bush” while traveling with packhorses and a rifle across New Zealand. And you’ll conquer hardship after hardship while your young toddlers accompany your horseback adventures across South America.

This touching, short story recounts the tragic loss and the miraculous recovery of a family pet. Based entirely on actual events, Miracle at Seeleys Cove provides a first-hand, emotional account of a family's resourcefulness, perseverance and exceptional luck in overcoming seemingly impossible odds to find and bring back home their beloved, feathered family member. It's a story that will resonate loudly with anyone, from teens and young adults to seniors and everyone in between, who has ever known the unique and profound joy one can derive from caring for a pet.

Hannah's life has given her no reason to be anything but bitter and afraid. She tries to hold on to her sanity as her life spirals further into superstition and dread, until a small averted tragedy leads to the melting of her heart, and teaches her how to love. A Short Story.

What makes us human? Sadly most people hide the most interesting and helpful of these things away. We walk around with facades in place of who we believe people will like, respect, and love. We pretend to be what we are not. In so doing we are losing touch with our own humanity, and progressively, individually and as societies, moving farther and farther away from who and what we really are. This book delves into the dangers of this. It explores reality and the things that hurt and hinder humanity. The things that if we finally begin to consider could save ourselves and the world we live on...