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Susan Wilson

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in Providence Rhode Island, The United States

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http://www.susanwilsonwrites.com

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Born in Providence, RI, raised in Middlefield (Rockfall) Connecticut. Post High School Education, Middlesex Community College, Middletown, CT and Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic, CT.
Married, two grown daughters and a granddaughter and two grandsons - plus four step grands.
Lives in Oak Bluffs, MA, on Martha's Vineyard.

Those are the stats. I am a novelist, ten published, one in progress. I frequently contribute to the on-line magazine, Stay Thirsty.
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Dear Susan,first of all thanks so much for writing about my favorite animal-- the dog ! I loved One Good Dog and The Dancing Dog. How involved did you get with learning about pit bulls and shetland sheep dogs ? Also, how did you learn so much about family dysfunction ( in both books)?

Susan Wilson Hi Judy,
I learned a great deal about pit bulls from research and having the benefit of connecting with a pit bull advocate and an animal behaviorist …moreHi Judy,
I learned a great deal about pit bulls from research and having the benefit of connecting with a pit bull advocate and an animal behaviorist who both helped me avoid perpetuating stereotypes about the breed type. As for Shelties, I've always loved the breed and have known several. As for writing well about family dysfunction, that's a harder question, with no easy answer. Every story I write comes from my imagination. Having said that, as a writer, I am also a keen observer of human nature. What goes into my head, comes out as a reconstituted experience, entirely fictional. The old adage is to write what you know; well, my philosophy is to write what sounds plausible, is compelling, i.e. draws the reader in, and creates a genuine emotional response from that reader. I don't know if this answers your question, but I do thank you for posing it. Yours is probably the best question I've gotten.(less)

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I received a copy of The Dog I Loved--my thanks to you and your publisher. I was unfamiliar with your work, and am so drawn into this story. Though the story focuses on trauma as the genesis for the strong relationships with dogs, perhaps all of us seek this comfort through our dogs, a respite from life's hardships, a source of joy. Which of your books is your personal favorite? I need to pick the next read.

Susan Wilson Hi Joan, Thank you for your kind words. The Dog I Loved was one of the hardest books I've ever undertaken to write, the subject matter being so dark. …moreHi Joan, Thank you for your kind words. The Dog I Loved was one of the hardest books I've ever undertaken to write, the subject matter being so dark. Yet, as you say, the relationship with the dogs brought joy to the women. It's so hard to say which of my books is my favorite, a bit like the old saw about choosing a favorite kid--love the one you're with. However, having said that, One Good Dog, my first featuring the relationship between man and dog, is a good one if you're otherwise unfamiliar with my work. That being said, The Dog Who Saved Me has so many elements that I really loved exploring. Let me know which you choose. Best regards, Susan Wilson(less)

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	One Good Dog 4.11 avg rating — 17,757 ratings — published 2010 — 35 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Dog Who Danced really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 3,647 ratings — published 2012 — 19 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Dog Who Saved Me 4.03 avg rating — 3,022 ratings — published 2015 — 11 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Two Good Dogs 3.90 avg rating — 2,258 ratings — published 2017 — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Man of His Own 4.15 avg rating — 1,903 ratings — published 2013 — 13 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Dog I Loved 4.10 avg rating — 1,414 ratings — published 2019 — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	What a Dog Knows 4.11 avg rating — 839 ratings — published 2021 — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Beauty 3.61 avg rating — 862 ratings — published 1996 — 20 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Fortune Teller's Daughter 3.47 avg rating — 344 ratings — published 2002 — 10 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Hawke's Cove 3.74 avg rating — 309 ratings — published 2000 — 17 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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“The two, man and dog, stare at each other for a moment, the man taking great comfort in the reflection of himself in the dog’s brown eyes—the only eyes that don’t look at him with disappointment.”
― Susan Wilson, One Good Dog

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“I once was powerful and feared. Now I was loved. A much bigger deal.”
― Susan Wilson, One Good Dog

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“I won’t think about life without him. I will go to the ends of the earth to find him. Too many others in my life have chosen to live without me; I will not choose to live without Mack. Not when there’s the slightest hope.”
― Susan Wilson, The Dog Who Danced

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