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Steam Train, Dream Train Colors (Steam Train, Dream Train Ser.)
By Sherri Duskey Rinker. 2016
All aboard for a rainbow of train cars and their lively animal crew! Vivid colors and cozy rhyming text inspired…
by the bestselling Steam Train, Dream Train will make learning colors a rich experience for the smallest readers.Steam Train, Dream Train 1-2-3
By Sherri Duskey Rinker. 2016
Cuddle up with the beloved animal friends from the bestselling Steam Train, Dream Train and count on lots of fun!…
Little train enthusiasts will love counting from one to ten along with the dreamy train cars!Whale Fall: A Novel
By Elizabeth O'Connor. 2024
A stunning debut from an award-winning writer, about loss, isolation, folklore, and the joy and dissonance of finding oneself by…
exploring life outside one&’s community&“Both blunt and exquisite . . . O&’Connor&’s excellent debut . . . is an example of precisely observed writing that makes a character&’s specific existence glimmer with verisimilitude.&”—New York Times Book ReviewIn 1938, a dead whale washes up on the shores of remote Welsh island. For Manod, who has spent her whole life on the island, it feels like both a portent of doom and a symbol of what may lie beyond the island's shores. A young woman living with her father and her sister (to whom she has reluctantly but devotedly become a mother following the death of their own mother years prior), Manod can't shake her welling desire to explore life beyond the beautiful yet blisteringly harsh islands that her hardscrabble family has called home for generations.The arrival of two English ethnographers who hope to study the island culture, then, feels like a boon to her—both a glimpse of life outside her community and a means of escape. The longer the ethnographers stay, the more she feels herself pulled towards them, reckoning with a sensual awakening inside herself, despite her misgivings that her community is being misconstrued and exoticized.With shimmering prose tempered by sharp wit, Whale Fall tells the story of what happens when one person's ambitions threaten the fabric of a community, and what can happen when they are realized. O'Connor paints a portrait of a community and a woman on the precipice, forced to confront an outside world that seems to be closing in on them.Buster: A Dog
By George Pelecanos. 2024
Pelecanos breaks new literary ground with the story of a dog's life—from the dog's perspective—on the streets of Washington, DC…
EVER WONDER WHAT GOES ON IN THE MIND OF A DOG? Buster is the story of one dog’s lifelong journey, as told by the animal himself. A strong and proud boxer, he spends his early days with a loving family in a public housing complex in Washington, DC. Abruptly, he is taken away by an abusive, alcoholic man, plunging Buster into a challenging, nightmarish existence. Over the course of his life, he will experience homelessness, tragedy, a harrowing stay in a shelter, and acts of kindness, including his adoption by an older gentleman grieving the death of his wife. At his peak, Buster lives with a young marijuana dealer who runs a profitable but dangerous business in the city. Along the way, Buster befriends other dogs and witnesses the best and worst aspects of humanity. As the seasons change, and change again, he begins to understand the finality of existence and in turn learns to appreciate the gift of life.Lawyer for the Dog: A Novel (The Sally Baynard Novels #1)
By Lee Robinson. 2015
One of the sharpest attorneys in Charleston, S.C., Sally Baynard isn't your typical southern belle. She's certainly not what her…
mother hoped she'd grow up to be, especially since she divorced her husband, Family Court Judge Joe Baynard, and his historic family with their historic wealth and historic houses. Maybe Sally was never going to be a proper society lady, but her success as a public defender and family lawyer have been enough for her. She's represented murderers, burglars, drug dealers and lately has taken on some of the thorniest divorces, all cases closed with her Sally Bright Baynard wit, charm and brains. Or have they? One case she's never successfully closed is her marriage. And when Judge Joe assigns her to one of his divorce cases by appointing her as the Lawyer for the Dog -- Sherman, a miniature schnauzer-- she's forced into close quarters with him again. Juggling the needs of the dog, the angry owners, her amorous but uncommunicative ex-husband, her aging, Alzheimer's-ridden mother, and the expectations of the court is more than Sally could have imagined. And as rascally Sherman digs his way into Sally's heart, he brings along his charming vet Tony, a man who makes Sally question her views on love and marriage.Dog Eat Dog: An Andy Carpenter Mystery (An Andy Carpenter Novel #23)
By David Rosenfelt. 2021
Lawyer Andy Carpenter and his golden retriever, Tara, work to free a man who risked it all to help a…
dog in need Lawyer Andy Carpenter and his wife, Laurie, enjoy walking their dogs, Tara and Sebastian. By this point in their marriage, it’s routine. When out for one of their strolls, their simple ritual isn’t so simple anymore. Across the street, a man is mistreating his dog. Three things happen at once: Andy yells, Laurie runs to stop the abuse, and so does a closer passerby, who so thoroughly beats the owner that both are arrested when the cops arrive.Andy scoops up the dog and takes him to the Tara Foundation, the dog rescue organization that’s always been his true passion. Meanwhile, at the police station, the passerby is identified as Matthew Jantzen, and he’s wanted for murder. Andy and Laurie are struck by the fact that Jantzen, a man on the run, would nevertheless intervene to help a dog, and decide to find out more.Dog Eat Dog, the twenty-second installment in the Andy Carpenter series, features the charming cast of characters - old and new - that David Rosenfelt is known for and the dogs that accompany them.Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit Books 4-6 (Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit)
By Dana Mentink, Jodie Bailey, Elizabeth Goddard. 2022
Love Inspired Suspense brings you three full-length canine suspense novels in one collection! Enjoy action-packed stories in the Rocky Mountain…
K-9 Unit series, featuring K-9 crime-stoppers solving thrilling mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat!This box set includes:UNDERCOVER ASSIGNMENTby USA Today bestselling author Dana MentinkWhen a little boy is threatened, Officer Daniella Vargas is assigned to pose as his nanny with her K-9 partner, Zara, to uncover the culprit&’s identity. Suspecting one of the guests in his inn, widower Sam Kavanaugh&’s only option is to begrudgingly trust Daniella and Zara to help. But can they solve the case and its mysterious connection to Sam&’s late wife before it&’s too late?DEFENDING FROM DANGERby USA Today bestselling author Jodie BaileySomeone wants Paige Bristow&’s wolf sanctuary gone…and Paige dead. With nowhere else to turn, she goes to the one person she can trust—Officer Reece Campbell. Only he doesn&’t know he&’s the father of Paige&’s daughter. As the attacks escalate, it&’s up to Reece and his K-9 partner, Maverick, to uncover the perp…and make sure whoever wants Paige dead doesn&’t finish the job.TRACKING A KILLERby USA Today bestselling author Elizabeth GoddardWhen Rocky Mountain K-9 officer Harlow Zane and her cadaver dog, Nell, join the search for a serial killer, she never expects to draw the killer&’s obsessive attention. But her former academy rival, FBI Special Agent Wes Grey, notices she matches the victim profile. After Harlow is nearly abducted and another look-alike goes missing, they must work together to catch the criminal…before she&’s the next to disappear.Look for the complete Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit series!Fauna
By Alissa York. 2010
Scotiabank Giller Prize-nominated author Alissa York creates a contemporary human fable that taps into the great tenderness and drama at…
the heart of the animal world.The wide ravine that bisects the city is home to countless species of urban wildlife, including human waifs and strays. When Edal Jones can't cope with the casual cruelty she encounters in her job as a federal wildlife officer, she finds herself drawn to a beacon of solace nestled in the valley under the unlikely banner of an auto-wrecker's yard. Guy Howell, the handsome proprietor, offers sanctuary to animals and people alike: a half-starved hawk and a brood of orphaned raccoon kits, a young soldier whose spirit failed him during his first tour of duty, a teenage runaway and her massive black dog. Guy is well versed in the delicate workings of damaged beings, and he might just stand a chance at mending Edal's heart.But before love can bloom, the little community must come to terms with a different breed of lost soul—a young man whose brutal backwoods childhood is catching up with him, causing him to persecute the creatures that call the valley home.You Are My Baby: Meadow (You Are My Baby)
By Lorena Siminovich. 2015
A new title in this series of charming and inventive board books! Readers will find a little book nestled inside…
a bigger one. Turn the pages to match the baby meadow animals to their parents, and learn early concepts along the way. Plus, this is a fixed-format version of the book, which looks nearly identical to the print version.The Victory Dogs
By Megan Rix. 2013
The Victory Dogs is the incredible story of two puppies who become heroes of the blitz.A heartwarming story for 9+…
readers who are fans of Michael Morpurgo's War Horse and Lauren St John. BARK and HOWL are two puppies, born on the London undergroundSHEBA is an elderly one-eared catWhen the Blitz begins, how will they survive?It's the start of the Second World War and Bark and Howl are lost in the dark maze of tunnels under London.With Sheba's help, they learn how to survive. But when the bombs begin to fall, the puppies become separated. As the attacks continue, Bark and Howl are frightened, but they know the tunnels so well - they're the only ones who can lead hundreds of trapped people out of danger. Will Bark and Howl find each other - and be victorious in leading Londoners to safety?'If you love Michael Morpurgo, you will enjoy this' Express 'A moving tale told with warmth, kindliness and lashings of good sense that lovers of Dick King-Smith will especially appreciate' The Times'Every now and then a writer comes along with a unique way of storytelling . . . Meet Megan Rix . . . her novels are deeply moving and will strike a chord with animal lovers.' LoveReadingAbout the author:Megan Rix lives in England with her husband, and their adorable dogs, Traffy and Bella. Also available by Megan Rix:The Great EscapeHow to Win the Gruesome Games (Villains Academy #3)
By Ryan Hammond. 2024
Being BAD has never felt so GOOD! The third book in the villainously funny, highly illustrated young middle-grade series from…
author-illustrator Ryan Hammond. For fans of Amelia Fang, Dog Man and Grimwood. Check out the complete series – Villains Academy and Villains Academy: How to Steal a Dragon. &‘Heart-warming and hilarious – Villains Academy is a spookalicious treat, set to terrify every other book on your shelf.&’ Jack Meggitt-Phillips, author of The Beast and the Bethany &‘An absolute HOOT! Evil laughs aplenty!&’ Sophy Henn, author and illustrator of the Pizazz series Once a year the five original founders of Villains Academy rise from their graves in honour of the Gruesome Games – a school sports day unlike any other, where the aim is to prank and cheat your way to the finish line. Werewolf Bram and his friends the Cereal Killers are determined to win so their names can be written in the Book of Bad, a record of the most wicked villains to grace the school. But as the games become harder and the pranks get out of hand, are Bram and his friends bad enough to go down as the most victorious villains in history? PRAISE FOR VILLAINS ACADEMY: &‘A charmingly villainous adventure about friendship, school and unspeakable evil.&’ Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God&’s Guide to Being Good &‘Criminally fun!&’ Danny Wallace, author of The Day the Screens Went Blank &‘Frightfully fun – Villains Academy had me cackling from the very first page!&’ Katie Tsang, co-author of the Dragon Realm series &‘I loved the spookily funny Villains Academy. It's a work of (evil) genius!&’ Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar &‘A joyful hug of a book with genuine warmth and heart.&’ Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear &‘A delightfully fun adventure with real heart and humour.&’ Benjamin Dean, author of Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow &‘Immersive, funny, and with a cast of scarily loveable characters, Villains Academy made me feel like I was IN the book!&’ Mel Taylor-Bessent, author of The Christmas Carrolls &‘A fabulously funny adventure. I want to enrol in Villains Academy!&’ Nick Sheridan, author of The Case of the Runaway Brain &‘Wickedly funny and full of quirky yet loveable characters.&’ Iona Rangeley, author of Einstein the Penguin &‘This is a brilliant, bonkers work packed with top-notch illustration.&’ Jack Noel, author and illustrator of the Comic Classics series &‘Full of wonderful characters, Villains Academy is such a FUN read!&’ Rikin Parekh, illustrator of The Worst Class in the World seriesK-9 Missing Person
By Cassie Miles. 2024
A detective and his dog have survived it allBut his latest case puts them to the ultimate test. Private investigator…
Shane Reilly and his trusty K-9 sidekick, Elvis, are legendary at solving crimes. But taking on Mallory Greenfield&’s missing mother case is their toughest job yet. Between a faked death, a legendary diamond and a surprise sister, Mallory needs their protection. But when the bullets fly and the danger closes in, will Shane and Elvis save the woman who captured their hearts?From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.Her Duty Bound Defender (Mountain Country K-9 Unit #2)
By Sharee Stover. 2024
Threatened and falsely accused… She&’ll need this K-9&’s protection. Only seconds after widowed mother-to-be Naomi Carr-Cavanaugh is rescued from two…
masked gunmen, she&’s accused of multiple murders. Detective Bennett Ford believes he&’s finally apprehended the Rocky Mountain Killer—until Naomi is attacked again. Now she must rely on Bennett and his K-9 partner for protection. But with threats closing in, she&’ll have to prove her innocence first in order to stay alive…From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.Mountain Country K-9 Unit Book 1: Baby Protection Mission by Laura ScottBook 2: Her Duty Bound Defender by Sharee StoverBook 3: Chasing Justice by Valerie HansenBook 4: Crime Scene Secrets by Maggie K. BlackBook 5: Montana Abduction Rescue by Jodie BaileyBook 6: Trail of Threats by Jessica R. PatchCold Case Tracker (Unsolved Case Files #1)
By Maggie K. Black. 2024
A missing sibling. A targeted witness. A K-9 on the case. K-9 officer Jackson Locke&’s sister has vanished—and the key…
to finding her lies with Amy Scout…his sister&’s best friend and his old crush. But when Amy comes under attack, two things become clear: Jackson&’s sister has been investigating cold cases and someone wants Amy dead. Now he must untangle the mystery between the cold cases and his sister&’s disappearance while guarding Amy from an enemy willing to kill to hide the truth…From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.Unsolved Case Files Book 1: Cold Case TrackerSpy Pups: Training School (Spy Pups)
By Andrew Cope. 2012
Training School is the sixth thrilling Spy Pups adventure by Andy Cope for young readers of 7+ - now a…
number one bestselling series!SPUDHE'S SCATTY AND ACCIDENT PRONE - BUT GOOD WITH GADGETSSTARSHE'S SUPER-SMART AND READY TO POUNCE . . . Together they're SPY PUPS, following hot in the paw prints of mum LARA (that's Licensed Assault and Rescue Animal to you).Spud and Star can't wait. They're in New York training with the FBI - America's very best spies! But a rogue secret agent has spotted the pups' amazing skills. And unless Spud and Star carry out a dastardly crime for evil Agent Brad Onkers, he'll make sure they never see their mum Lara ever again!Praise for Andy Cope:'An imaginative, creative feast' - Radio TimesAndy Cope is the author of the bestselling and mulit-award-winning Spy Dog and Spy Pups series. Spy Dog was the winner of the Richard and Judy 7+ developing reader category as well as the prestigious Red House Children's Book Award.You can find out more about the books - and the real Lara - on the offical website spydog451.co.ukSpy Pups Danger Island (Spy Pups)
By Andrew Cope. 2011
SPUD - he's scatty and accident-prone - but good with the gadgets STAR - she's super smart and ready to…
pounce . . .Together they're SPY PUPS, following hot in the paw prints of mum LARA (that's Licensed Assault and Rescue Animal to you).Beaches up and down Britain are in terrible danger. A greedy trickster is polluting the seas - soon there'll be nowhere safe to swim. But when Spud discovers a mysterious underground secret, only he and Star can save the day - and the seaside!Spy Pups Circus Act (Spy Pups)
By Andrew Cope. 2010
SPUD - he's scatty and accident prone - but good with the gadgets . . .STAR - she's super smart…
and ready to pounce Together they're SPY PUPS, following hot in the paw prints of mum LARA (that's Licensed Assault and Rescue Animal to you).Every time the circus is in town, sparkling jewels worth millions of pounds go missing! The Spy Pups must embark on an exciting new adventure - join the circus and catch the robbers!Soon Spud and Star are performing new tricks and sniffing out the villains. But can the pups stop them before they tread the tightrope and vanish with the loot?Spy Dog Teacher's Pet (Spy Dog #7)
By Andrew Cope. 2010
Sophie's new teacher is having some bad luck - first her house is broken into, and then the school! But…
this is a robbery with a difference - the thieves don't steal anything!Super Spy Dog LARA has an A* in catching criminals . . . can she solve the mystery of the break-ins before the baddies strike again? With her pups Spud and Star by her side, it's LARA to the rescue!Spy Dog: Rollercoaster! (Spy Dog #8)
By Andrew Cope. 2012
Spy Dog LARA is in for the ride of her life!When Ben wins a competition to name a new rollercoaster,…
the Cook family head off to Enchanted Towers for the grand opening. LARA (that's Licensed Assault and Rescue Animal to you) and her pups Spud and Star are looking forward to water rides, ghost trains - and candyfloss!At the park, Princess Pretty and her Troll Prince join the Cooks to welcome pop-star Summer Rayne to open the new ride. But a pick-pocket is on the loose and Lara is determined to catch the thief before the grand opening. It's time to buckle-up for a hair-raising Spy Dog adventure!** Visit Andrew Cope's website at www.spydog451.co.uk for competitions and author-visit information** Spy Dog was the winner of the Richard and Judy Developing Reader category, and the Red House Children's Book Award!A Soldier's Friend
By Megan Rix. 2014
SAMMY is a football crazy rescue puppy.MOUSER is a fearless black and white tomcat.Together they make an unlikely pair that…
won't be parted, not even by the First World War.As the war rages in Europe, Londoners are sending brave animals to help the soldiers - and Mouser and Sammy are soon on their way to the trenches. Boldly criss-crossing no-man's land they make new friends of every nationality - and reunite with old ones. But on the muddy front line, under fire and constantly in danger, will their friendship be enough to save them so they can return home together?'If you love Michael Morpurgo, you will enjoy this' Express 'A moving tale told with warmth, kindliness and lashings of good sense that lovers of Dick King-Smith will especially appreciate' The Times'Every now and then a writer comes along with a unique way of storytelling . . . Meet Megan Rix . . . her novels are deeply moving and will strike a chord with animal lovers.' LoveReadingAbout the author:Megan Rix lives in England with her husband, and their adorable dogs, Traffy and Bella. Also available by Megan Rix:The Great Escape, The Victory Dogs and The Bomber Dogwww.meganrix.com