My Dog, my Friend TBD4610 295,00 ZAR each + – Contact us for more information My Dog, my Friend Heart-warming tales of canine companionship from celebrities and other extraordinary people A kaleidoscope of vivid, moving and highly entertaining accounts of the delights and benefits of dog ownership: an anthology of stories, freely contributed, from TV personalities, broadcasters, politicians, writers, and many others. Brought to life with colour photographs of the writers and their beloved canine companions, this is an ideal bedside or coffee table book that can be read cover-to-cover, or simply ‘dipped into.’ It conveys the key message that dogs can – and do – have a positive impact on the way we feel and live. All author royalties go to the charity Samaritans, to support its invaluable work of alleviating emotional distress and reducing suicidal behaviour. A unique anthology of contributions from the well-known and famous to the man in the street Wide-ranging stories from people with very different personalities Contributions from TV personalities, actors, politicians, comedians, journalists, and many others Stand-alone accounts make for an easy book to dip in and out of Visually appealing with colour photos throughout Well written by people with a pedigree in writing! Raises awareness of mental health A feel-good book with a positive message All royalties donated to the Samaritans A delightful read, and an ideal gift for all dog lovers Contributors include ... Photographer of the famous – Rankin Fashionista – Brix Smith-Start Journalists – Melanie Reid, Fidelma Cook, Tim Dowling and Clare Allan Broadcasters/presenters – Jenni Murray, Fred MacAulay, Alan Titchmarsh, Esther Rantzen, Ian Hamilton Actors – Simon Callow and Tony Roper Authors – William McIlvanney, Jackie Kay, Quintin Jardine, Richard Holloway, Julie Myerson, Helen FitzGerald, Lynne Truss Artist – David Shrigley Popular poet – John Hegley Celebrity chef – Antony Worrall Thompson Composer – Sally Beamish Format Paperback • 170 x 220mm • 96 pages • 50 colour and 4 b&w picturesISBN 978-1-845846-10-7UPC 6-36847-04610-1