White Fur Flying

This heartwarming middle-grade novel introduces Zoe, whose family runs a dog rescue, creating a home filled with wagging tails and unconditional love. When Phillip, a new neighbor boy, arrives and has stopped speaking, Zoe feels a strong pull to help him. The story beautifully explores themes of empathy, communication, and the healing power of human-animal bonds. It gently portrays Phillip's journey to find his voice, showing how patience, kindness, and the comforting presence of animals can make a profound difference. Parents will appreciate its sensitive handling of a child's emotional struggles and its celebration of family, community, and compassion.

Zoe's family rescues dogs in need. There is always the sweet smell of dog and a warm body looking to cuddle or play. There is always a new dog to be saved, and loved. Fur flies everywhere. It covers everything. Zoe's house is never silent. The house across the street is always silent these days. A new family has moved in and Phillip, the boy, has stopped speaking. He doesn't even want to try. Saving dogs and saving boys may be different jobs, but Zoe learns that some parts are the same. Both take attention and care. They take understanding and time. And maybe just a bit of white fur flying.