Mammals Books

Island DogsInspired by so many dogs-who find a way to live through extreme hardships.

Alpaca routinely impressed his family, friends, and teachers with his ability to let go of expectations and find a rare level of fulfillment.Whatever the difficulties, he powered through them. But he wasn't always that way. He used to be terrible with...

Simon P. Catsby is purrfectly happy with his new forever home until two new family members arrive. They wreck Simon's peaceful life, especially his day-long naps in his favorite window. Simon struggles with the family changes and his fear of the outdoors...

Lady, a fun-loving, curious beagle, let off her leash in her own back yard for the first time, is in for an adventure of her young life. But there are other creatures in her back yard. Rocky Robin sees all. From up on high, his constant watch has...

With bullying occurring so often in our schools and neighborhoods, it is difficult for a child to grasp the reasoning behind the bullying because they are wrapped up in the stress and abuse it causes. Helping children deal with meanness involves giving...

Respect is one of the most important virtues a child can learn. It’s the glue that holds their relationships together. A respectful child accepts someone for who they are, even if they're different from them. Respect in your child’s...

Grandpa’s Bear Story is meant to be an adventure to share with young children with a little tension between caution and courage. There are some experiences with nature and a warm comfortable ending. 

Amigo, a black retriever whose name means "friend" in Spanish, loves having someone rub his tummy and sleeping with his favorite stuffed bear as a pillow. As he drifts off to sleep, he gives a deep sigh and rolls upside down. When he's awake, the dog...

The story of a little kitten named Rey and its unusual friendship with a chipmunk named Chippy is based on true events on a farm outside of Reading, Pennsylvania. Rey was a semiferal kitten that was adopted by Kim and Dan Leppold who reminds all of us...

Kiki the Camper Cat is a true story about love, rescue, and companionship. When Kiki found herself abandoned and with kittens on the way, she felt alone and scared. But she found a loving family that would love her more than she could have ever imagined...

"They Called Me Zane", is about a German Shepherd named Zane who passed away, and transitions into her new world, heaven. While being reintroduced to the environment, she shares with Jesus her worldly experience. Although Zane's family misses her, she...

"Hi there. I am Matthew, and this is my dog, Cookie." "This is a true story of Cookie's journey from my grandparents' farm back to our ranch fifty miles away! Excited to get back home, Cookie had no idea the obstacles along the way!"

This is based on a true story but written in the form of a children's story. The little cat with no tail that showed up out of nowhere on my doorstep was actually an answer to a prayer at a very dark and hard time in my life emotionally, spiritually, and...

This was written during the pandemic of 2020. It is from the eyes of a white fluffy dog named Mr. Fluffybottoms. In this first journey, Mr. Fluffybottoms highlights what he loves about his days at home with his family, including car rides, observing...

Many cats lived in the small town of Bethsaida. Some lived with families and caught mice, some lived with important people and lounged on cushions all day, and some wandered the streets with nowhere to go and no food for supper. Kit was one of those cats.

Minka has entered into the doors of Cat Heaven. When Minka the cat first arrives, she meets her angel buddy, Chloe. Chloe will be with her every day during the first phase of Cat Heaven before ascending to Higher Cat Heaven.Chloe tells Minka that she can...

Jock and Lassie are West Highland Terriers who live with the author and her husband on Waiheke Island, which lies about twenty kilometres offshore from Auckland, New Zealand. The two dogs are brother and sister from the same litter. Lassie is usually the...

Finley is a sweet and lovable dog who loves to run and play. At night, she sleeps in the woods near her favorite park. Even though she is scared of the dark, Finley tries her best to be brave. Still, it is not easy to be homeless.During the day, Finley...

Meet SPUD, the Wonder Dog! From the start, Spud knew he was special-and so did we! He was the very best animal friend in the world, even when he was tipping over canoes and trying to make friends with skunks. Life was never boring with Spud!This book is...

TAYLOR BELL, the Traveling Kitten is the first of five books in the A Journey through the Stars series. The kittens in the series are a symbol of unity. Taylor Bell, the Traveling Kitten feels united with his folks. He knows that he is part of a big...

Neal the seal enjoys a long day playing with his friends. They all learn that it is important to listen to each other and take turns. They all find out the sea is a great place to live and play.

"Puffy and the Formidable Foe" is an easy to read book about a youngster who goes out to play, then leaves home, and learns what a mistake that is. It also promises loads of fun and enjoyment for everyone in the family since Mom and Dad will be grateful...

This is a book for children of all ages. Jack is a young lad and only wants a kitten to keep him company. With both parents working, and no brothers or sisters, he is alone and doesn´t make friends easily since everyone except him seems to have a pet...

In this realistic fictional picture book children will discover everyone has a purpose, even when feeling out of place. Riley is an Irish Wolfhound who discovers why she is so big in this charming tale with whimsical watercolor illustrations.

Arizona Lucy was inspired by a true story. It came to life when Carol´s daughter Lisa graduated from Tufts Veterinary School and moved to Arizona for an internship with her cat Lucy in tow.Travel along with Lucy as she moves from Boston to settle into a...

Monty was an idea.I had to occupy my children and their friends on a stormy day in Texas.Give them the latitude to discover their imagination.From here, Monty came to life.Thanks to those youngsters, my thoughts went to a fish that behaves like a child,...

Señor Gato is the funniest cat in the whole wide world.He is very old and very wise.He loves playing and he loves cuddles.Señor Gato is my very best friend.A warm and witty story about an inspiring friendship between a little girl and a cat from the...

Sammy and Finley are an unlikely duo. Their special bond grows even stronger as Sammy deals with an unforeseen illness and Finley promises to keep a secret. Together they find mutual support and loyalty and learn how friendship can be both fun and...

A book for children and their families to read and learn how a child may perceive Depression or being Sad. There are many things that may be difficult to talk about especially for young children and this book is meant to help them understand their...

After a long and deliberate effort to find the right companion animal, Haasini, a middle school young author living in Portland, OR, finally got Honey the bunny coming into her family at the rabbit age of close to 1 year. Usually, rabbits are adopted as...

Counting, rhyming, and a sheep named Annabel this book has it all!"One day in Scotland, on the Isle of SkyeA sheepdog lie napping, his flock nearby.He rolled to his back, from his back to his sideHe woke up bushy-tailed, but not bright-eyed."The Counting...

 The Snowflake Horse tells an enchanting tale about Wonder, a curious and brave horse who is blind in one eye. Wonder dreams of seeing an awe-inspiring winter wonderland one day. With the help of his best friend, a kind Arctic owl named Snowy, the...

On a bright sunny day in icy waters, Walrus spies Polar Bear. They are both wary and afraid of each other-but also curious. "I think, just like me, inside you're quite friendly," says Walrus. Overcoming their fear takes a lot of courage, but once the two...

The first book in the Fur Feather Fin series, The Fox follows the titular animal as he navigates the dangers of the wilderness and outwits his various predators. Beautifully written and gorgeously illustrated, this book is sure to delight readers of all...

There once was an Orangutan, and that Orangutan had something to say! Before we find out what wise words the Orangutan has for us, we meet a host of amazing animals that need our help to survive in a dangerous, perilous world – will you help the...

Meet Max, the brave little kangaroo who loves his family, is devoted to his best friend, and sometimes misbehaves. Though he's a kangaroo, could it be, he's just like you?Funny and heartwarming, this rhyming picture book filled with fun facts about...

In this rhyming story, Marloo the monkey is very dissatisfied with who he is and keeps comparing himself to other animals, wishing he was more like them. Eventually, the wise advice of a little bug leads him to realise that he is perfect just the way he...

"I'll chuckle and cackle and blow your house away!" shouts the kookaburra. Meet the cute flying bunnies; Clove, Honey and Ginger who build their houses with clouds. What makes the kookaburra angry? Why are the flying bunnies scared of him?  In this...

The Boxer Diaries are the adventures of Foxy and Bear, two boxer dogs. With their human family, they share and experience new and wonderful encounters with other animals, humans and the natural environments some of the animals live in. Bear and Foxy...

The Wonderful World of Charley Sparkle is the story of two school friends, J.P. and Mark, who've found they have a lot in common. Each of them has a very special kitten at home-and their kitten often mysteriously disappears for days at a time.It's not...

A small, brown mouse born in Mr. Pajolly's Pet Shop has an incredible gift for escaping. He is trained by his Pappy to escape from every cage in the pet shop. One day, the mouse is adopted by a small human with tight blond curls and is given a name, Hero...

With the Spaniards occupying the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan, there are plenty of things to worry about. But for Eleuia, a quiet Aztec slave, life doesn't seem so different. She is far from the commotion and uneasiness in the heart of the city.It isn't...

Warren is a young wolf who lives in the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone. He enjoys sleeping late and watching everyone else work. One day, he is thrown out of his pack and must learn to survive on his own. Warren meets a pesky raven named Ron who likes to...