Best Animal Stories Of 2019 - April 2024

A Dog's Luck: A Love Story and a Family Saga Intertwined

People, dogs, and what lies between themEllie, a young woman writing her philosophy dissertation, becomes disrupted by echoes from the past. She follows the voices replaying in her mind to an introspective examination of her childhood and adolescence within her extended family. This intimate inspection of relationships between family members–and the family's dogs–leads her to uncover three generations of the family secrets and the focal points of tension in the family's history. A story of love, separation and longingA Dog’s Luck is a unique, moving and thought-provoking work of literary... [Read More]

• ASIN: B01NARTUQK
• ASIN: B01NARTUQK

Where the Crawdads Sing

Number-one New York Times best seller A Reese's Book Club + Hello Sunshine on Audible Pick "I can't even express in words how much I love this book...the way it's performed on Audible just took me right back to my long summers in Tennessee. This story has a special place in my heart - I didn't want it to end." (Reese Witherspoon)  "Painfully beautiful." (The New York Times Book Review) "Perfect for fans of Barbara Kingsolver." (Bustle) How long can you protect your heart? For years, rumors of the "Marsh Girl" have haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet town on the North Carolina coast. So in late 19... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07FSXPMHY
• ASIN: B07FSXPMHY
• Manufacturer: Penguin Audio

National Geographic The Photo Ark: One Man's Quest to Document the World's Animals

The lush and unique photography in this book represents National Geographic's Photo Ark, a major initiative and lifelong project by photographer Joel Sartore to make portraits of the world's animals—especially those that are endangered. His powerful message, conveyed with humor, compassion, and art: to know these animals is to save them. Sartore is circling the globe, visiting zoos and wildlife rescue centers to create studio portraits of 12,000 species, with an emphasis on those facing extinction. With a goal of photographing every animal in captivity in the world, he has photographed more ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1426217773
• ASIN: 1426217773
• ISBN: 1426217773
• Brand: National Geographic
• Manufacturer: National Geographic

Wish

A touching story about a girl and her dog, perfect for young animal loversEleven-year-old Charlie Reese has been making the same secret wish every day since fourth grade. She even has a list of all the ways there are to make the wish, such as cutting off the pointed end of a slice of pie and wishing on it as she takes the last bite. But when she is sent to the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina to live with family she barely knows, it seems unlikely that her wish will ever come true. That is, until she meets Wishbone, a skinny stray dog who captures her heart, and Howard, a neighbor boy wh... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1250144051
• ASIN: 1250144051
• ISBN: 1250144051
• Manufacturer: Square Fish

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• ASIN: B074M5TLLJ
• ASIN: B074M5TLLJ
• Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company

Something's Eating the Garden

This is a darling children's book that was authored and illustrated by Pam Fries, captures the readers attention and gives a surprise at the end. Follow along a journey through Papa's garden and try to solve the mystery of "What is eating the garden." Could it be a bunny, a frog or even an elephant? The reveal of what is eating the garden is fun for adults as well as children. The full illustrations are bright and colorful and make the reading even more fun.

• ASIN: 1732980306
• ASIN: 1732980306
• ISBN: 1732980306
• Manufacturer: Mighty Lion Press

Best Friends: The True Story of the World's Most Beloved Animal Sanctuary

Discover a place where every creature is safe and loved in the inspiring true story of Best Friends, the no-kill animal sanctuary in Angel Canyon, Utah.   In the summer of 1982, a group of young men and women pooled every penny they had and bought three thousand acres of desert in Utah. It was to become the most famous no-kill animal sanctuary in the world—a haven for over two thousand furry and feathered friends, including:   Sinjin, the badly burned black cat who survived to welcome others home; Victor, the abandoned Australian Shepherd mix who became the Godfather of dogs; Sparkles, the... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00LGX8MZK
• ASIN: B00LGX8MZK
• Manufacturer: Kensington

Seeds and Trees: A children's book about the power of words

Words are powerful. They can hurt or they can heal.It's time to tell a special tale that will warm the hearts of readers of all ages. Seeds and Trees revels in the power of words. It explores their effects on feelings and emotions. And it does so though the journey of two different seeds.In Seeds and Trees, discover a young prince who gathers seeds both green and dark from those he encounters, and then gifts them forward. He faithfully plants and waters all those seeds daily, but comes to realise that the dark trees harm the green ones. With the help of a kind friend he discovers he can cut do... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1947165682
• ASIN: 1947165682
• ISBN: 1947165682
• Manufacturer: The Treasured Tree

The Complete Far Side

The Far Side® is back in this much-anticipated three-volume slipcased paperback edition of The Complete Far Side!“Every one of these cartoons is just something that drifted into my head when I was alone with my thoughts. And, for better or worse, I ‘jotted’ them down. It was only later, when perhaps I received an angry letter from someone, that it struck me: Hey! Someone’s been reading my diary!” --Gary Larson, from the preface to The Complete Far Side Originally published in hardcover in 2003, The Complete Far Side was a New York Times bestseller. Now it’s back as a paperback set... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1449460046
• UPC: 050837336964
• ASIN: 1449460046
• ISBN: 1449460046
• Brand: Larson, Gary
• Manufacturer: Andrews McMeel Publishing

National Parks of the USA

A 2019 Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students: K–12 (National Science Teachers Association and the Children's Book Council). Take a tour of America's great outdoors and discover the beauty and diversity of its most iconic and majestic national parks. Packed with maps and fascinating facts about the flora and fauna unique to each of the 21 parks portrayed, this lushly illustrated coast-to-coast journey documents in large format the nation’s most magnificent and sacred places—and shows why they should be preserved for future generations to enjoy. Explore Florida's river-laced Evergla... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1847809766
• ASIN: 1847809766
• ISBN: 1847809766
• Manufacturer: Wide Eyed Editions

Birnbaum's 2019 Walt Disney World: The Official Guide (Birnbaum Guides)

As Walt Disney World continues to grow and evolve, trust Birnbaum as your guide! The 2019 edition delves into detailed descriptions of all attractions, resorts, and eateries; offers money-saving coupons and strategies to maximize your vacation budget; and includes a peek into what's new:What's it like to be a toy in Andy's backyard? You'll soon find out at Disney's Hollywood Studios brand-new 11-acre area known as Toy Story Land! The land features two new attractions: a family-friendly roller coaster known as Slinky Dog Dash and the Alien Swirling Saucers ride in which guests strive to elude t... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1368019331
• ASIN: 1368019331
• ISBN: 1368019331
• Manufacturer: Disney Editions

Dog Man: Brawl of the Wild: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #6)

Howl with laughter with Dog Man, the internationally bestselling series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants!Is Dog Man bad to the bone? The heroic hound is sent to the pound for a crime he didn't commit! While his pals work to prove his innocence, Dog Man struggles to find his place among dogs and people. Being a part of both worlds, will he ever fully fit in with one?Dav Pilkey's wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being true to one's self.

• ASIN: 1338236571
• ASIN: 1338236571
• ISBN: 1338236571
• Brand: Graphix
• Manufacturer: Graphix

Welcome Little One

"A tender ode to babies and the joy they bring. Perfect for sharing aloud." - Seira Wilson, Amazon EditorWelcome Your Little One to the World!On the day you were born,it was love at first sight.We welcomed you, little one,and held you so tight. For parents, the arrival of a newborn child is an event that offers the promise of never-ending love. Filled with lively illustrations and heartfelt rhyming text, Welcome Little One allows parents and children to celebrate and cherish their bond.

• ASIN: 1492632643
• UPC: 760789257391
• ASIN: 1492632643
• ISBN: 1492632643
• Brand: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
• Manufacturer: Sourcebooks Wonderland

The Breakthrough Series (3-Book Set)

ONE OF THE GREATEST BREAKTHROUGHS IN HUMAN HISTORY.A SECRET THAT WAS NEVER SUPPOSED TO BE FOUND.AND A STORY YOU WILL NEVER FORGET.Book One - BREAKTHROUGHDeep in the Caribbean Sea, a nuclear submarine is forced to suddenly abort its mission under mysterious circumstances. Strange facts begin to emerge that lead naval investigator, John Clay, to a small group of marine biologists who are quietly on the verge of making history.With the help of a powerful computer system, Alison Shaw and her team are preparing to translate the first two-way conversation with the planet's second smartest species. B... [Read More]

• ASIN: B079QBXDNP
• ASIN: B079QBXDNP

50 Ways to Eat Cock: Healthy Chicken Recipes with Balls! (Health AlternaTips)

This is the ORIGINAL book about eating cock! All other "cock" books are impostors! Don't be fooled!Recommended for people who enjoyed Honeylingus: 50 Healthy Honey Recipes that Will Leave You Begging for MoreCurious about cock? You're not the only one. Once revered for his virility and strength, the rooster has taken a back seat to the hen in more recent years. With recipes like Risotto Cock Balls and Cock-o's, "50 Ways to Eat Cock" is a fun and inventive chicken cookbook that takes a revealing look at the folklore, history, culinary culture and nutritional benefits of this well-endowed ingred... [Read More]

• ASIN: 148259143X
• ASIN: 148259143X
• ISBN: 148259143X
• Brand: Ingramcontent
• Manufacturer: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

National Geographic Kids Chapters: Best Friends Forever : And More True Stories of Animal Friendships

"This is the first in a series of four books that explore unexpected animal bonds. In this book you'll meet four unlikely pairings, including Billy and Lilly. Billy the boxer adopted Lilly the goat when

• UPC: 17204951

James Herriot's Dog Stories : Warm and Wonderful Stories About the Animals Herriot Loves Best

A beautiful new reissue of James Herriot's 50 most beloved dog

• UPC: 42335419
• Color: Dog StoriesOther
• Rating: 4.857

Alphatales: AlphaTales: A Set of 26 Irresistible Animal Storybooks That Build Phonemic Awareness & Teach Each Letter of the Alphabet (Other)

Learning the ABCs is loads of fun with this totally charming collection of alliterative stories--one for each letter of the alphabet! Children will love listening to the rib-tickling adventures of Abby the Alligator, Bubble Bear,

• UPC: 419021576
• Model: SC-0545067642
• Color: Multicolor

National Geographic Kids Chapters: The Whale Who Won Hearts : And More True Stories of Adventures with Animals

Follows an underwater wildlife photographer on four real-life adventures as he photographs leatherback sea turtles, harp seals, a whale named Wilma, and some gray reef

• UPC: 25644781
• Rating: 4.0

Richard Scarry's Best Story Book Ever (Hardcover)

A collection of stories, nursery rhymes, fables, and illustrated topical word lists covering such subjects as numbers, alphabets, manners, seasons, and many

• UPC: 483251
• Rating: 4.5

A World Full of Animal Stories US : 50 favourite animal folk tales, myths and legends

This beautifully illustrated collection of 50 classic stories brings together favorite animal-themed fables, myths, and legends including "The Three Little Pigs," "The Ugly Duckling," and "Ananse and the Python" in vibrant retellings. Full color. 9

• UPC: 56101182

Classic Treasury Animal Stories : An Enchanting Animal Story Book for Kids Aged 7 - 10 Years

Classic Treasury Animal Stories contains 20 animal-themed short stories for kids to both amaze and amuse. Each tale is stunningly illustrated, bringing animal adventures to life in the imaginations of children. This is an enchanting

• UPC: 53688972

Read and Share Bible: Over 200 Best Loved Bible Stories (Hardcover)

Retells and illustrates stories from the Old and New

• UPC: 5423128
• Rating: 4.778

Animal Stories for 5 Year Olds

9781509838776

• UPC: 55677571

National Geographic Kids 125 True Stories of Amazing Animals : Inspiring Tales of Animal Friendship & Four-Legged Heroes, Plus Crazy Animal Antics

"Meet a tiger that befriends a pig, a walrus that does sit-ups, a tree-climbing dog, a kayaking otter, and many more amazing animals. Packed with 125 heartwarming, hilarious, and inspiring animal anecdotes, these truth-is-stranger-than-ficiton stories

• UPC: 17205413
• Rating: 5.0