A DOG’S PURPOSE A novel for humans New York Times Bestselling Author W. Bruce Cameron “A tail-wagging three hanky boo-hooer, this delightful fiction debut by newspaper columnist Cameron (8 Simple Rules for Marrying My Daughter) proposes that a dog’s purpose might entail being reborn several times….A book for all age groups who admire canine courage, Cameron also successfully captures the essence of a dog’s amazing capacity to love and protect. And happily, unlike Marley, this dog stays around for the long haul.” — Publishers Weekly We spend countless hours with our beloved dogs—playing with them, training them, or just hanging out with them—and we probably spend just as many hours wondering what our canine companions are thinking about. Now, New York Times bestselling author and award-winning humor columnist W. Bruce Cameron brings us into the minds of our furry friends with humor and warmth! In his latest book he turns to fiction for the very first time and offers a dog’s-eye view of the world, is the remarkable story of one endearing dog’s search for his purpose over the course of several lives and explores the universal quest for an answer to life’s most basic question: Why are we here? Told from the charming perspective of a dog named Bailey, whose name and breed changes with each new life, “A DOG’S PURPOSE” will touch every person who reads it – whether they have a dog now, haven’t had one since childhood, or even if they’ve never had one at all. Cameron’s clever narrative convincingly conveys what really could be going on in a dog’s mind and his gentle wit will have readers both laughing and crying. (Forge Books; $22.99; 978-0-7653-2626-3; July 6, 2010) ————————— “DOG STARS” Wondering why two dogs of the same breed can be so different? “Dog Stars” authors Kim Dalton and Tori Hartman offer their whimsical take on the astrological goings-on of the canine world is a fun and inventive way to get to know your favorite pooch! Full of insightful tips and tricks, the full 255 page e-book does more than simply tell you tips about your dog’s Zodiac personality, it includes descriptions of each sign’s characteristics as they apply to dogs as well as what to expect from specific owner/dog sign combinations. You’ll learn: • How the phases of the moon affect your pet • Canine compatibility with other signs • Tips on training, health, diet and exercise • Consider how you fare as an owner – on time feedings or forgetful? • How you and your dog appear to the world as a pair. This insightful astrological guide takes the guess work out of that puzzling behavior your dog exhibits. Dog Stars is available through www.ToriHartman.com as a downloadable PDF and as a Kindle book.