A Dogâs Purposeâ"the #1 New York Times bestseller and major motion pictureâ"is a perfect gift to introduce dog lovers to this wonderful series.
Based on the beloved bestselling novel by W. Bruce Cameron, A Dogâs Purpose, from director Lasse Hallstr¶m (The Cider House Rules, Dear John, The 100-Foot Journey), shares the soulful and surprising story of one devoted dog (voiced by Josh Gad) who finds the meaning of his own existence through the lives of the humans he teaches to laugh and love.
The family film told from the dogâs perspective also stars Britt Robertson, KJ Apa, John Ortiz, Peggy Lipton, Juliet Rylance, Luke Kirby, Pooch Hall and Dennis Quaid. A Dogâs Purpose is produced by Gavin Polone (Zombieland, TVâs Gilmore Girls). The film from Amblin Entertainment and Walden Media will be distributed by Universal Pictures. Screenplay by W. Bruce Cameron & Cathryn Michon and Audrey Wells and Maya Forbes & Wally Wolodarsky.
Heartwarming, insightful, and often laugh-out-loud funny, A Dog''s Purpose is not only the emotional and hilarious story of a dog''s many lives, but also a dog''s-eye commentary on human relationships and the unbreakable bonds between man and man''s best friend. This moving and beautifully crafted story teaches us that love never dies, that our true friends are always with us, and that every creature on earth is born with a purpose.
Bailey''s story continues in A Dog''s Journey, the charming New York Times and USA Today bestselling direct sequel to A Dog''s Purpose.
A Dog''s Purpose Series
#1 A Dogâs Purpose
#2 A Dogâs Journey
#3 A Dog''s Promise
Books for Young Readers
Ellie''s Story: A Dogâs Purpose Puppy Tale
Baileyâs Story: A Dogâs Purpose Puppy Tale
Molly''s Story: A Dog''s Purpose Puppy Tale
Max''s Story: A Dogâs Purpose Puppy Tale
Toby''s Story: A Dog''s Purpose Puppy Tale
Shelby''s Story: A Dog''s Way Home Novel
The Rudy McCann Series
The Midnight Plan of the Repo Man
Repo Madness
Other Novels
A Dog''s Way Home
The Dog Master
The Dogs of Christmas
Emoryâs Gift
Industry Reviews
"Marley and Me combined with Tuesdays With Morrie. " --Kirkus Reviews"I loved the book and I could not put it down. It really made me think about the purpose of life. At the end, I cried." --Temple Grandin, New York Times bestselling author"Anyone who has ever loved a dog needs to read this wise, touching, often hilarious book." --Dr. Marty Becker, Resident Veterinarian on Good Morning America"This quickly paced, touching novel will charm all animal fans, especially those who loved Garth Stein's The Art of Racing in the Rain and Vicki Myron's Dewey, the best-selling saga of a library cat." --Booklist"This book gives you a glimpse into the heart and mind of a dog--and will change your view of our furry friends forever." --Guideposts"By turns funny, heartwarming, and touching without being overly sentimental, Cameron's novel successfully illuminates the breadth of the American dogscape." --Library Journal (starred review) Marley and Me combined with Tuesdays With Morrie. Kirkus Reviews I loved the book and I could not put it down. It really made me think about the purpose of life. At the end, I cried. Temple Grandin, New York Times bestselling author Anyone who has ever loved a dog needs to read this wise, touching, often hilarious book. Dr. Marty Becker, Resident Veterinarian on Good Morning America This quickly paced, touching novel will charm all animal fans, especially those who loved Garth Stein's The Art of Racing in the Rain and Vicki Myron's Dewey, the best-selling saga of a library cat. Booklist This book gives you a glimpse into the heart and mind of a dog--and will change your view of our furry friends forever. Guideposts By turns funny, heartwarming, and touching without being overly sentimental, Cameron's novel successfully illuminates the breadth of the American dogscape. Library Journal (starred review)" "Marley and Me" combined with "Tuesdays With Morrie." "Kirkus Reviews" I loved the book and I could not put it down. It really made me think about the purpose of life. At the end, I cried. "Temple Grandin, New York Times bestselling author" Anyone who has ever loved a dog needs to read this wise, touching, often hilarious book. "Dr. Marty Becker, Resident Veterinarian on Good Morning America" This quickly paced, touching novel will charm all animal fans, especially those who loved Garth Stein's "The Art of Racing in the Rain" and Vicki Myron's "Dewey," the best-selling saga of a library cat. "Booklist" This book gives you a glimpse into the heart and mind of a dog--and will change your view of our furry friends forever. "Guideposts" By turns funny, heartwarming, and touching without being overly sentimental, Cameron's novel successfully illuminates the breadth of the American dogscape. "Library Journal (starred review)"" ""Marley and Me" combined with "Tuesdays With Morrie."" "--Kirkus Reviews""I loved the book and I could not put it down. It really made me think about the purpose of life. At the end, I cried."--Temple Grandin, "New York"" Times" bestselling author "Anyone who has ever loved a dog needs to read this wise, touching, often hilarious book." --Dr. Marty Becker, Resident Veterinarian on "Good Morning America""This quickly paced, touching novel will charm all animal fans, especially those who loved Garth Stein's "The Art of Racing in the Rain" and Vicki Myron's "Dewey," the best-selling saga of a library cat.""--Booklist""This book gives you a glimpse into the heart and mind of a dog--and will change your view of our furry friends forever.""--Guideposts""By turns funny, heartwarming, and touching without being overly sentimental, Cameron's novel successfully illuminates the breadth of the American dogscape."--"Library Journal" (starred review)
