Animal Writes - Animal Writers and Best-selling Authors - Pets & Animals

New York Times best-selling author and the founder of Canine Assistants, Jennifer Arnold, joins Tim Link in this episode to talk about her latest book, IN A DOG’S HEART: What Our Dogs Need, Want, and Deserve... and the Gifts We Can Expect in Return. Tim asks her what inspired her to write this book, the lessons she has learned over the last 20 years from uniting people with special needs with service dogs and what she would like readers to take away from reading this book. She also talks about one of the stories featured in the book and how a dog can bring out the best in someone. If you enjoyed Jennifer’s book, Through a Dog’s Eyes, or if you saw the PBS special about Canine Assistants, you’ll definitely want to listen to this interview to find out more! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - PetLifeRadio.com - Animal Writes - Dogs Bring Out the Best in Everyone with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Multi-book author and critically acclaimed memoirist, Wade Rouse, joined me in this episode to talk about his recently released book, I’m Not the Biggest Bitch in This Relationship. He shared what inspired him to write this book, how he selected the 21 authors that contributed their stories to this book, and how he came up with the title of the book. A portion of the royalties that he receives from the sale of his book will be donated to the Humane Society of the United States. If you want to find out more about a book filled with hilarious, heartwarming stories about man’s best friend, you will definitely want to listen to my interview with Wade! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - PetLifeRadio.com - Animal Writes - Man’s Best Friend Multiplied with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Multi-book author, film and television writer, Carol Quinn, joined me in this episode to talk about her recently released book, Follow My Lead: What Training My Dogs Taught Me About Life, Love and Happiness. She shared what inspired her to write this book, talked with me about her two dogs, Nairobi and Sheila, and how training them took her on a journey to becoming the “alpha dog” in her own life. I also talked with her about how writing a book is different from writing for television and film, what she hopes readers will learn from reading her book and what her dogs have taught her during their shared journey. If you’ve ever gained perspective on your life with the help of your furry friends, you will definitely want to listen to my interview with Carol! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - PetLifeRadio.com - Animal Writes - Overcoming Life’s Obstacles with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Best-selling author and senior editor at Sports Illustrated, Jim Gorant, joined me in this episode to talk about his inspiring New York Times bestseller, The Lost Dogs: Michael Vick’s Dogs and Their Tale of Rescue and Redemption. I asked him what inspired him to write this story, what he learned from writing the book and what he would like readers to take away from reading his book. He also talked with me about what’s happened to the dogs that were featured in his book and about the impact the book has had on positive change in many states that have enacted anti-dog fighting laws. If you followed the story about The Lost Dogs (or even if you’re just hearing about it), you’ll definitely want to listen to this interview to find out more! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - PetLifeRadio.com - Animal Writes - A Victory for The Lost Dogs with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Author, Melissa Tredinnick, joined me in this episode to talk about her cat Nancy’s recently released memoir, Sex and the Kitty: A Celebrity Meowmoir. She shared with me how Nancy became a celebrity in the small town where they live (outside of London, England) and what inspired her to write a book from her cat’s perspective. We also talked about Nancy’s blog and what she hopes readers will learn about Nancy from reading the book. If you’ve ever had a cat that loves adventure and is loved by everyone he/she meets, you will relate to this interview with Melissa! And, be sure to watch the upcoming episode of Animal Planet’s Must Love Cats in which Nancy will be featured. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - PetLifeRadio.com - Animal Writes - Across the Pond with Nancy the Cat with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Wendy Diamond, author, editor-in-chief of Animal Fair magazine and the pet lifestyle contributor for NBC’s Today show, joined me in this podcast to talk about several of her bestselling pet-related books including How to Understand Men Through Their Dogs and How to Understand Women Through Their Cats. In support of Healthy Aging Month, she also shared 5 age defying tips for mature cats that will help them feel their best into their golden years. I also asked Wendy how she became an advocate for animals of all types, about her latest projects and about her two furry family members, Pasha and Lucky. Find out how to keep your cat feeling young by listening to this episode. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - PetLifeRadio.com - Animal Writes - Keeping Your Cat Young with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Author and founder of award-winning Emerald Films, Sarah Cavallaro, joined Tim Link in this episode to talk about her recently released book, Dogs Have Angels Too, a book dedicated to people who wish to help animals in need. Tim asked her about the premise behind her new novel as well as about the main character in the story, Miss Pink. She also talked about her involvement with animal rescue and what she learned from writing this novel. A percentage of the proceeds from the sale of Dogs Have Angels Too will be donated to animal shelter and rescue organizations. Be sure to listen to this interview to find out more! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - PetLifeRadio.com - Animal Writes - Angels Come in All Shapes and Sizes with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Author and co-founder of TheGreenists.com, Allie Larkin, joined me in this episode to talk about her recently released debut novel, Stay, which tells the funny story of how Joe (German shepherd) helped Savannah (the main character) overcome heartbreak. Allie shared with me how she came up with the idea for her novel, how it feels to have her first novel published, and how the German shepherd, Joe, compares with her two German shepherds, Argo and Stella. If you’ve ever survived heartbreak by bringing a new furry friend into your life, you’ll definitely be able to relate to this story and will enjoy my interview with Allie! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - PetLifeRadio.com - Animal Writes - How to Survive Heartbreak 101 with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Author and senior writer for National Geographic Magazine, Jennifer Holland, joined me in this episode to talk about her recently released book, Unlikely Friendships, which features 47 remarkable stories about unlikely animals becoming lifetime friends. I asked her about several of the stories in her new book including the one about the lion, tiger and bear that live together at Noah’s Ark Animal Rehabilitation Center. She also shared with me how she found out about these unlikely friendships, what she’s learned from the stories in her book and what she hopes readers will learn from reading the book. So, if you want to find out more about these amazing friendships between animals of all types, or if you’ve seen either of the National Geographic Television specials, which were based on this book, you’ll definitely want to listen to this episode. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - PetLifeRadio.com - Animal Writes - Lions and Tigers and Bears... Oh, My with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Acclaimed, multiple book author, Alison Pace, joined me in this episode to talk about her recently released book, A Pug’s Tale. I asked her about the premise of her new book, how she came to write it and why she chose a pug as the furry hero in this book. We also talked about what she hopes readers will take away from reading her book, whether she uses the relationships and stories of dogs in her own life as an inspiration for her books and her next book project. So, if you love novels that feature dogs as a main character with entertaining story lines, be sure and find out more about Alison Pace by listening to this episode. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - An Art Heist, a Museum and...a Pug with Tim Link Enter the code: WRITES and get 10% off your order + Free shipping at Shoebuy.com!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Top-selling author and popular veterinarian for "Good Morning America" and "The Dr. Oz Show", Dr. Marty Becker joins me in this episode to talk about his recently released book, Your Dog: The Owner's Manual. His book is full of great information regardless of whether having a dog in your family is new to you or whether you already have a dog. During this episode, Dr. Becker discusses some of the key secrets, surprises and solutions to raising a healthy and happy dog. He also has some great suggestions on how often to bathe your dog, how to help your dog if he or she is fearful of thunderstorms, and the 30-city bus tour that he recently concluded in conjunction with the release of his book. This is a fun and insightful interview for anyone that loves dogs! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - It’s All About Dogs with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Award-winning writer, lecturer and Certified Animal Behavior Consultant, Darlene Arden joined me in this episode to talk about her recently released book, The Complete Cat’s Meow. Darlene talked about some of the key topics in her book that covers anything and everything you ever need to know about caring for cats. She also shared with me some of the most common challenges people encounter when living with cats and why she strongly believes that keeping your cat indoors is better than letting them go outside. If you have cats as part of your family or, have ever thought about adding a cat to your family, you’ll definitely want to listen to this episode. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Cats! with Tim LinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.