Pets are such a big part of so many of our lives. As any pet
lover knows, a wagging tail or a tender purr can soothe the soul
after a hard day. And sometimes, the presence of dogs and cats in
our lives can do even more. In these delightful books, Callie Smith
Grant collects stories that celebrate the dogs and cats in our
lives--stories that touch our hearts, renew our spirit, and show us
how God created these beasts for unique purposes. A funny little
dog named Prince earns his title by protecting the children of the
house. A "dickens of a cat" gives a cancer survivor something else
to think about. A lively litter of puppies soothes a troubled
child. A scrawny kitten helps an anorexic girl begin to eat.
Well-known authors, including Melody Carlson, Tracie Peterson, and
Robert Benson, as well as new voices share their inspirational true
stories of these otherwise ordinary cats and dogs whose presence in
the lives of humans make them remarkable. Each book also includes
interesting sidebars, memorable quotes, helpful hints for living
with dogs and cats, and forewords by H. Norman Wright. The stories
are warm, captivating, and ideal for a good curl-up-and-read or for
a gift to any pet lover. Cat lovers, dog lovers, and anyone who
likes to read uplifting stories will cherish these books.
"In that minute, I realized that healing had begun . .
.
That cat didn't need something from me. I needed something from
him."
Our cats are more than pets. They are our best friends when times
are tough, our partners when we are lonely, our pillows to cry on
when we are sad. Cats bring companionship, humor, and a sense of
mystery to our lives that no other pet can match. A rumbling purr
or a tender meow can change our moods and warm our hearts.
In this charming collection of true stories, you will find cats of
all shapes, sizes, and demeanors. Each of them has played an
important part in the lives of their humans. You'll meet a scrawny
kitten who helps an anorexic girl get well, a selfless mother cat
who gives up her kitten to a little boy who needs a friend, a cat
who acts as a partner down the lonely road of cancer recovery, and
many more ordinary and extraordinary felines.
So grab a cup of coffee, find a comfortable chair, curl up with the
special cat in your life, and enjoy these uplifting tales.
Callie Smith Grant is the editor of The Cat in the
Window, The Dog at My Feet, and The Dog Next
Door. She is also the author of several nonfiction books for
young readers and adults, as well as many animal-themed stories and
poems that can be seen in Guideposts anthologies and in
magazines such as Small Farmer's Journal.
Callie Smith Grant is the author of several nonfiction books for young readers and adults as well as many animal-themed stories and poems which can be seen in Guideposts anthologies and in magazines such as Small Farmers Journal.