Puppy Love - by P K Hallinan (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A children's picture book that poetically shares the joy and love a dog feels in the hands of a thoughtful, devoted child.

In Puppy Love, a boy and his puppy enjoy their day together searching for creatures, appreciating nature, playing in the park, watching TV, and finally going to bed, where it is revealed to the reader that the entire book has been from the perspective of the puppy, who is happy spending all his time with the young boy who cares for him.

The message of this book, about the loving heart of a puppy, is applicable to the owning and raising all animals, by all ages and classes, and can help many people see more clearly the tenderness and loyalty of animals. It's essential reading for all young children with pets, all children who want pets, and animal lovers of all ages.

Review Quotes

"Puppy Love is a beautifully sweet book about the timeless relationship of a boy and his dog. Through lyrical rhymes and whimsical illustrations, readers are invited to join in on the amazing adventures they encounter every day. This delightful story of these two lovable characters culminates in a wonderfully unexpected twist that is sure to warm the hearts of children and adults alike. Whether you own a dog, or just love dogs, this book needs to be a part of every child's library!" --Eric Schrotenboer, Emmy-nominated filmmaker and author of Hear O Little One

About the Author

P.K. Hallinan is the author and illustrator of more than 88 children's picture books, with nearly 9 million copies sold worldwide. His best-selling book, How Do I Love You?, has sold two million copies to date. Other notable titles include: I'm Thankful Each Day!, Heartprints, That's What A Friend Is, Thank You, God, and I Know Jesus Loves Me. His book, Let's Be Kind, was honored by Focus on the Family as one of the "Top Ten Children's Books in America" for 2008. He is also a nationally noted motivational speaker whose presentations, A Life That Matters and Find a Need and Fill It!, have touched lives all across America. P.K. is an ordained minister and pastored a church for 17 years. He now performs pulpit supply as necessary, and has a music ministry that brings happiness and hope to Alzheimer patients and other assisted-living patients in facilities around Southern Oregon.

Tyson Ranes is an artist, illustrator, and graphic designer. He serves on the leadership team for Frontier Alliance International (FAI), an international missions organization, and is a part of their graphic design and art department. Some of his more notable works include creating film posters and works of art for the FAI studio films Sheep Among Wolves, Volume II, Ballads of the Revelation, and Ballads of the Exodus. Tyson recently illustrated the children's book Jesus and His White Horse, and has designed a number of book covers, including The Gospel of Christ Crucified, Second Edition by John Harrigan. Tyson currently resides in Texas with his wife Stephanie and their two children.