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Dog Talk
Speculative Middle Grade Fiction

All GT wants is to make friends in his new town, but when a skateboarding dare goes wrong, his hopes are as dented as the school principal's car. His punishment! Taking his mom's bratty poodle Fifi--decked out in pink polka dot accessories--to her doggie summer camp.

Dog Talk -Readers Favorite 5 Stars Cover

Normal Life
is Over!

Five-Star Reviews

This is not your average summer break. LuAnn M. Rod delivers a riveting good versus evil plot, with fast-paced action and plenty of humor ... Dog lovers and fans of mystery and suspense will not want to miss Dog Talk."

P. Rosenthal for Readers' Favorite

Dog Talk is endearing, funny, and engaging, with a new marvel on every page. If you like dogs, or know young people who like dogs, or just want to experience a delightful time, read Dog Talk."

Milana Marsenich, GoodReads

Dog Talk is a great read, especially for dog lovers. And who doesn't love dogs?"

Elizabeth Raum, GoodReads

Maddie McDowell and the Rodeo Robbery
Western Writers of America SPUR Award finalist

Feathered Quill Bronze Award for 2024 Best of Backlist Books

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Maddie McDowell isn't quite sure how she gets herself into these predicaments, but as sure as the sun sets over the Montana prairie, where Maddie goes, trouble follows. Running away from boarding school to join a rodeo troupe, Maddie finds adventure, a mystery, and friends. But is that what she needs to be happy?

Romaine, GoodReads

"Loved the use of western elements with the mystery elements. They blended really well together. I enjoyed getting to know Maddie and hope there is more in the series."

Kay, GoodReads

Margaret, GoodReads

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Five-Star Reviews

"An entertaining story that sends you back in time to the western days of cowboys, cowgirls, rodeos, model T's, sheriffs, and outlaws."

"Magical! Enduring! Suspenseful! Extraordinary! Don't miss this exciting, well written, must read book."

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