Santa's Dog by JoAnn Sky, Illustrated by Ed Koehler

(c) Dogs and Books, JoAnn Sky, Ed Koehler

Santa's Dog is a rhyming holiday story for children. The story begins with showing all the different dogs Santa has. But, Lance is Santa's favorite dog.

One year, Lance travels with Santa to deliver presents during Christmas one year and accidentally is left behind! What is a dog to do? Without a way back to Santa, Lance is sent to a shelter to be adopted. He is soon adopted by a family whose father is in the military and is on active duty. While the family is sad without their dad, they show love and kindness to Lance and is loved in return. But, by next Christmas, will Lance stay or go back by Santa? Lance may just be the best gift Santa could provide!

Santa's Dog is a short story that will warm your heart and children will love. It may be a bit long for children younger than 4, who may not want to sit all the way through, but it has colorful and cute drawings that will be sure to entertain children of all ages. The story itself advocates for the adoption of pets, and a portion of each purchase will support animal rescue causes. This is the first in a series of "Santa Dog" book, so be sure to check it out when it is published this upcoming July!

In case you are wondering if there is a real Santa's Dog, be sure to check out Ms. Sky's website below for a real life story!

(c) JoAnn Sky

About the author, JoAnn Sky (visit the Dogs and Books website here):

JoAnn Sky is an award-winning author and two-time Golden Heart® finalist who writes children’s stories as well as young adult and adult contemporary romance. She’s combined her love of books and dogs and her respect for the military in SANTA’S DOG. She hopes you enjoy reading it as much as she has enjoyed creating it. Originally from the Midwest, JoAnn currently lives in northern Nevada with her family and three crazy rescue dogs. You can visit her young adult and contemporary romance novel site at: www.joannsky.com.

(c) Ed Koehler

About the Illustrator, Ed Koehler (visit his website here):
Ed Koehler is an illustrator specializing in fun, lively art for children's books and other products. His work has been published around the world and has received numerous awards. He is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators and the St. Louis Artists Guild.

The Fed-Up Cow by Peta Lemon

Illustrations by Maria Dasic Todoric

Hilda is a cow and is fed-up with her life! She does not want to be a cow anymore. Looking around the farm, she notices the different animals and thinks that their lives look more fun than hers. So, one by one, she tries to become a different animal and have fun in a new perspective! But, the grass is not always greener on the other side. Hilda learns that sometimes, the best way to be, is to be yourself.

This is a cute book for children, aimed for ages 3-5. The drawings are well done and colorful. The story has a good meaning behind it and the writing itself is set to rhyme, creating a whimsical feeling. Adults will have fun, too, reading this out loud! I recommend reading this book, whether you are young or young at heart.

About the Author (from Amazon):
Peta Lemon is the author of beautifully illustrated children’s picture books, published under the imprint Quirky Picture Press.

Her books are always funny, written in rhyme and illustrated by Maria Dasic Todoric.

The Fed-up Cow is available now from all major retailers. Timmy on the Toilet and the Bins of Cotteridge Down are coming later in 2018.

www.quirkypicturepress.com
Email: peta.lemon@mail.com