REVISED 2006 EDITION

Maggie, her brother Paul, and Mike, who is like a second brother, are headed for a camping trip in the High Sierra.  For years Mike has come over the back fence to stay with Paul whenever his alcoholic parents started their evening bickering.  Although Maggie has always been the tag-along kid sister, they get along together.  On the first day of this carefully planned trip their orderly plans vanish when they rescue an almost-dying Border Collie, who collapses on the scorching highway.  As the convalescent dog, Fritzi, becomes a family member and camping partner, the unpredictable episodes steadily pile up. An amazing bond develops between Mike and Fritzi, who takes the place of the loving family Mike has never had.  But even more amazing is the new way Mike begins to feel about Maggie as they work together and worry like new parents about their over-eager dog.  Near the end of their vacation, the relationship between Mike and Fritzi is put to the ultimate test, placing an almost unbearable strain on Mike.  Maggie's strength at this point confirms what she already knows.  She is no longer the kid sister in Mike's life, but rather a special partner on a very different level.

"The characters are nicely handled: e.g. Mike is a sensitive young man who has always avoided attachments because of his bickering, alcoholic parents, yet his change in feelings for Maggie and Fritzi are believable." & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & nbsp;          -Library Journal

"Although the story is seen through Maggie's eyes and Mike's character comes through as the most developed, it is the canine protagonist who steals the show."   & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & nbsp;          -Booklist

"The mix sounds improbable, but the end result avoids disaster with writing skill."      & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & nbsp;          -Children's Book Review Service Inc.

Author, Robert J. Drew has relived his many years of experience in England and America dealing with both pigs, and the people that care for them, in this humorous and educational read Pig Tales From Across the Pond.

Both countries have elements that are undoubtedly unique. There are however many similarities, and it is these, along with the subtle differences in cultures and paradigms that are observed and then drawn upon by the author that are sure to make you laugh.

• Wild Boars and Wild Bulls
• Cowboys and Indians
• Tornadoes and Blizzards
• Snakes and Snapping Turtles
• Marijuana and more…….

Whether you use the word hog or pig, drive on the left hand side of the road or the right, smoke cigarettes or fags, or have ever been asked by a complete stranger . . . “Do you know how to shag?” There is something within Pig Tales From Across the Pond that will make you want to tell your family and friends.

Author, Robert J. Drew has relived his many years of experience in England and America dealing with both pigs, and the people that care for them, in this humorous and educational read Pig Tales From Across the Pond.

Both countries have elements that are undoubtedly unique. There are however many similarities, and it is these, along with the subtle differences in cultures and paradigms that are observed and then drawn upon by the author that are sure to make you laugh.

• Wild Boars and Wild Bulls
• Cowboys and Indians
• Tornadoes and Blizzards
• Snakes and Snapping Turtles
• Marijuana and more…….

Whether you use the word hog or pig, drive on the left hand side of the road or the right, smoke cigarettes or fags, or have ever been asked by a complete stranger . . . “Do you know how to shag?” There is something within Pig Tales From Across the Pond that will make you want to tell your family and friends.

Author, Robert J. Drew has relived his many years of experience in England and America dealing with both pigs, and the people that care for them, in this humorous and educational read Pig Tales From Across the Pond.

Both countries have elements that are undoubtedly unique. There are however many similarities, and it is these, along with the subtle differences in cultures and paradigms that are observed and then drawn upon by the author that are sure to make you laugh.

• Wild Boars and Wild Bulls
• Cowboys and Indians
• Tornadoes and Blizzards
• Snakes and Snapping Turtles
• Marijuana and more…….

Whether you use the word hog or pig, drive on the left hand side of the road or the right, smoke cigarettes or fags, or have ever been asked by a complete stranger . . . “Do you know how to shag?” There is something within Pig Tales From Across the Pond that will make you want to tell your family and friends.

A companion to “Kitty’s Laws: Murphy’s Laws for Cat Owners”, cartoonist Daniel Roberts provides a satirical look at owning a dog with “Canine’s Laws: Murphy’s Laws for Dog Owners”. Each “law for owning a dog” is written in a “tongue-and-cheek” manner and illustrated with a cartoon drawing. It’s “dog-gone” fun entertainment for dog lovers everywhere who are looking for a laugh.

REVISED 2006 EDITION

Maggie, her brother Paul, and Mike, who is like a second brother, are headed for a camping trip in the High Sierra.  For years Mike has come over the back fence to stay with Paul whenever his alcoholic parents started their evening bickering.  Although Maggie has always been the tag-along kid sister, they get along together.  On the first day of this carefully planned trip their orderly plans vanish when they rescue an almost-dying Border Collie, who collapses on the scorching highway.  As the convalescent dog, Fritzi, becomes a family member and camping partner, the unpredictable episodes steadily pile up. An amazing bond develops between Mike and Fritzi, who takes the place of the loving family Mike has never had.  But even more amazing is the new way Mike begins to feel about Maggie as they work together and worry like new parents about their over-eager dog.  Near the end of their vacation, the relationship between Mike and Fritzi is put to the ultimate test, placing an almost unbearable strain on Mike.  Maggie's strength at this point confirms what she already knows.  She is no longer the kid sister in Mike's life, but rather a special partner on a very different level.

"The characters are nicely handled: e.g. Mike is a sensitive young man who has always avoided attachments because of his bickering, alcoholic parents, yet his change in feelings for Maggie and Fritzi are believable." & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & nbsp;          -Library Journal

"Although the story is seen through Maggie's eyes and Mike's character comes through as the most developed, it is the canine protagonist who steals the show."   & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & nbsp;          -Booklist

"The mix sounds improbable, but the end result avoids disaster with writing skill."      & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & n b s p ; & nbsp;          -Children's Book Review Service Inc.