Author Archives: Roxanne

Shelter dog story….

Click on this link, which appeared on Facebook (or copy/paste it into your search bar): http://www.godvine.com/Meet-the-Scared-Dog-That-Only-Wanted-a-Hug-1087.html CLCIWrite Something… A Dog Scared to Death of Everyone Just Needed a Hug – The Most Beautiful Video ? http://www.godvine.com/Meet-the-Scared-D… Edie was scheduled to … Continue reading

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Therapy dogs, and author Deanna K. Klingel

Guest blogger  Deanna K. Klingel  says…. I’m delighted to be invited to “The Creatures Great and Small.” I feel right at home with book lovers who also love animals. My first book is about two great, small creatures, golden retrievers, … Continue reading

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Kincaid’s Hope and Teddy, the Hero Cat

by guest blogger  Grace Greene Cats and I have a long history. When I was a toddler we started with one cat, Peaches, and then there were several, and then a bunch. They were outdoor cats and they multiplied, but … Continue reading

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Mugsy, the most lovable dog–and Linda Goodnight’s newest book

The Love Dog by  Linda Goodnight Some couples celebrate a twenty-fifth anniversary with a new wedding ring or a trip to Hawaii. We celebrated with a new puppy. You see, my old rat terrier had died and I had mourned … Continue reading

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OLD DOGS, WONDERFUL FRIENDS…& A NEW BOOK: HOUSE FULL OF HOPE by MISSY TIPPENS!

Our Babies Are Growing Old By Missy Tippens A couple of years ago, I shared with you about my dogs. Well, they’re growing older, now, getting a little gray on the muzzle. Slowing down just a bit. Our oldest dog, … Continue reading

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Our son got married this weekend!

Our son got married this weekend!!   How did you meet YOUR significant other? Come on over and chat  with authors and readers at  the “Riding With The Top Down”  blog,  at:   ridingwiththetopdown.wordpress.com

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A dog named Blueberry…and a wonderful romantic suspense novel by Terri Reed!

Today’s blog guest:  author  Terri Reed! This is our dog Blueberry. When we were looking for a family dog we researched breeds and were amazed by how many types of dogs are available.  There are so many dogs that make … Continue reading

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Vickie Taylor…. scratched and dented pets!

Author Vickie Taylor, here…. I was out looking at used trucks recently. I don’t need anything fancy, just something sturdy and reliable to haul hay and such around my farm. I finally found a nice Ford. It had some dings … Continue reading

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Lyn’s Cote’s Northern Lights series & the digital age

Lyn Cote’s Story Behind the Story:  Why I went digital with my “Northern Intrigue” series. When an author signs a contract with a publisher, the author licenses the publisher to produce the book for a set period of years. When … Continue reading

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Guide Dogs, and Lisa Mondello’s new book “The More I See”

Hello from Lisa Mondello!  Thank you so much for stopping by today and a big thank you to Roxanne for having me. Using pets as characters in books is such a cool idea.  I do it all the time simply … Continue reading

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Sunrise glory….and sundowner syndrome…in dogs?

I love living on a hill in the country, where we have a beautiful view of the sky from dawn to dusk.  This morning, while heading out to the mailbox for the newspaper, I was momentarily awestruck by the sunrise–then … Continue reading

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Happy Holidays!

Happy holidays!  I hope you were with family or friends for Christmas, and wish for you a safe and enjoyable New Year’s weekend. I know many of you are in warmer climates, and I’ve always wondered what the holidays would … Continue reading

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Merry Christmas!

This is just lovely–do click and  listen to this young girl sing “Mary Did You Know.”   Noelle-Mary Did You Know www.youtube.com Noelle was still quite sick but she really wanted to send a Christmas video to all of the … Continue reading

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The Animals of YouTube sing Jingle Bells!

Animals of YouTube sing “Jingle Bells” They’re at it again in 2010. Happy Holidays from me and the animals of YouTube. Best wishes for 2011. Be a fan on facebook: http://facebook.com/klaatu42 Follow on twitter: http://twitter.com/klaatu42

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Kylie Brant, SEAL OF MY DREAMS, and one very curious dog!

Award winning author Kylie Brant writes… I think dogs sense special events happening around them.  Maybe it’s the bustle of the preparations, but Lexie, our Polish Lowland Sheepdog, always knows when we’re preparing to go away on a trip.  She’s … Continue reading

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James Scott Bell…and “A Writer’s Wonderland”

Here’s a holiday departure from my usual animal and country life blog theme! When I first saw this today, I found myself singing along, to the tune of “Winter  Wonderland”…twice…and the tune has been stuck in my head ever since.  … Continue reading

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Mistletoe Mayhem…and Border Collies!

Guest Jill Elizabeth Nelson writes… Back when we lived on a farm, we had a succession of dogs, but one in particular stands out in my mind. Ginger was a Border Collie mix with mottled fur, most of which was … Continue reading

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Huskies, horses, goats…and Deep Cover!

Hello everyone, Sandra Orchard here. When Roxanne invited me to visit and share a story about one of our animals, I couldn’t decide on just one—animal or story!   I live in rural Ontario with a menagerie of animals. My blog … Continue reading

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Shih-Tzus, a wonderful new book, and Janet Barton!

Janet Barton writes…. Generational living is an adventure in and of itself, but add a Shih-Tzu to the mix of four adults and two grandchildren, and it can be a ton of fun.  When our granddaughters had to give up … Continue reading

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Hannah Alexander

A wonderful new story from award winning author Hannah Alexander Silent Night, Deadly Night, novella by Hannah Alexander included in the Season of Danger anthology Love Inspired Suspense December 2011 After the murder of Tess Vance’s fiance, Tess leaves her … Continue reading

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