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Nurturing Paws
Nurturing Paws is a collection of over 80 uplifting and inspirational short stories and poems demonstrating the amazing physical, emotional and spiritual healing effects on animals in our lives. Contributors include many of today's most prolific authors and poets, including three-time Poet Laureate Elaine Morgan, New Post Columnist Tina Traster and numerous Chicken Soup For the Soul writers.
196 pages, Paperback
First published June 20, 2011
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March 16, 2026
Nurturing Paws edited by Lynn C. Johnston is a touching collection of uplifting stories and poems that celebrate the powerful connection between humans and animals.
The book brings together more than 80 inspirational pieces that explore the emotional, physical, and even spiritual healing that animals can bring into people’s lives. Through a wide range of voices and perspectives, the collection highlights the comfort, loyalty, and unconditional love that animals provide in moments of joy as well as times of hardship.
Contributors to the anthology include several accomplished writers and poets, such as three-time Poet Laureate Elaine Morgan and columnist Tina Traster, along with authors who have contributed to the well-known Chicken Soup for the Soul series. Their stories and poems create a rich tapestry of experiences that demonstrate the meaningful role animals play in people’s lives.
The narratives range from heartfelt personal reflections to inspiring moments where animals provide comfort, healing, and companionship. Many of the stories emphasize how animals can offer emotional support during challenging times, reminding readers of the profound impact that pets and other animals can have on human well-being.
With its variety of voices and uplifting tone, Nurturing Paws serves as both a tribute to the bond between humans and animals and a reminder of the healing power that compassionate relationships with animals can bring.
For readers who appreciate inspirational storytelling and the unique connection between people and animals, this collection offers many thoughtful and heartwarming moments.
The book brings together more than 80 inspirational pieces that explore the emotional, physical, and even spiritual healing that animals can bring into people’s lives. Through a wide range of voices and perspectives, the collection highlights the comfort, loyalty, and unconditional love that animals provide in moments of joy as well as times of hardship.
Contributors to the anthology include several accomplished writers and poets, such as three-time Poet Laureate Elaine Morgan and columnist Tina Traster, along with authors who have contributed to the well-known Chicken Soup for the Soul series. Their stories and poems create a rich tapestry of experiences that demonstrate the meaningful role animals play in people’s lives.
The narratives range from heartfelt personal reflections to inspiring moments where animals provide comfort, healing, and companionship. Many of the stories emphasize how animals can offer emotional support during challenging times, reminding readers of the profound impact that pets and other animals can have on human well-being.
With its variety of voices and uplifting tone, Nurturing Paws serves as both a tribute to the bond between humans and animals and a reminder of the healing power that compassionate relationships with animals can bring.
For readers who appreciate inspirational storytelling and the unique connection between people and animals, this collection offers many thoughtful and heartwarming moments.
September 21, 2011
Stories of beloved pets and cantankerous critters are what you'll find in the book "Nurturing Paws." It's a collection of essays and poems about animals and their people. Reading each short piece will make you laugh or smile knowingly, and some of them will also bring a tear to your eye.
If you've ever seen the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" books, "Nurturing Paws" is very much the same type of book, and in fact, some of the authors included in the collection have previously been published in the "Chicken Soup" series. The stories are mostly about dogs or cats, sometimes dogs and cats. The occasional horse, rabbit and bird shows up, too. If you've ever had a pet or two (or dozens), you'll be reminded of your own four-legged (or feathered) friends.
The quality of the book seems very close to any other trade paperback, although something about the cover design just looks "small press" to me. It might be the font style and size that they chose. The print is not tiny, nor could it be considered large print. I feel like it's a good size for the average person.
This would be an excellent gift for the animal lover or for someone who prefers reading in short bursts. It's great to take to a doctor's office or anywhere you expect to sit and wait. I wouldn't give it to a fairly young child, because some of the essays deal with death, but it's a great choice for older children up to senior citizens.
"Nurturing Paws" is published by a small press called Whispering Angel Books. The company's founder, Lynn C. Johnston, is also the editor of the book and a contributor. Each piece is written by a different person of course, so the writing styles are quite varied. A couple of the ones I read were very sincere but didn't seem professionally written. Most were written at what I would consider a professional level.
The cover price of the book is $16.95, and you can order it through the publisher or from most major online bookstores. I received a free review copy of the book. The opinions expressed are my own.
If you've ever seen the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" books, "Nurturing Paws" is very much the same type of book, and in fact, some of the authors included in the collection have previously been published in the "Chicken Soup" series. The stories are mostly about dogs or cats, sometimes dogs and cats. The occasional horse, rabbit and bird shows up, too. If you've ever had a pet or two (or dozens), you'll be reminded of your own four-legged (or feathered) friends.
The quality of the book seems very close to any other trade paperback, although something about the cover design just looks "small press" to me. It might be the font style and size that they chose. The print is not tiny, nor could it be considered large print. I feel like it's a good size for the average person.
This would be an excellent gift for the animal lover or for someone who prefers reading in short bursts. It's great to take to a doctor's office or anywhere you expect to sit and wait. I wouldn't give it to a fairly young child, because some of the essays deal with death, but it's a great choice for older children up to senior citizens.
"Nurturing Paws" is published by a small press called Whispering Angel Books. The company's founder, Lynn C. Johnston, is also the editor of the book and a contributor. Each piece is written by a different person of course, so the writing styles are quite varied. A couple of the ones I read were very sincere but didn't seem professionally written. Most were written at what I would consider a professional level.
The cover price of the book is $16.95, and you can order it through the publisher or from most major online bookstores. I received a free review copy of the book. The opinions expressed are my own.
September 15, 2011
Nurturing Paws is a must have for any pet lover, rescuer, caregiver, or anyone who loves poetry. Easy to read and doesn’t have to be read in any particular order.
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