Actress and author Nanette Newman has written this joyful and touching story about the relationship between a boy and his dog. Barney loves digging and stealing lamb chops, but most of all Barney loves his owner Ben as much as Ben loves Barney. Nothing could ever replace that dog. But after Barney dies, Ben slowly and reluctantly discovers that there is room in his heart for another special sort of dog.

 

There are 40 pages in this book. This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published 2013 by Templar Publishing .

Nanette Newman is a well-known actress who has appeared in many films, including The Raging Moon and The Stepford Wives. Nanette is also a successful author who has written many books, including over 30 children's books. Flora Daneman is a very promotable and glamorous illustrator who has worked as a fine artist. This is her first book. She is the daughter of actor Paul Daneman. Nanette Newman's acting career made her a household name. On becoming a grandmother she turned her attention to writing for children and now lives in Surrey with her husband, Bryan Forbes.