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WOOFFER: Stories You Can Read To Your Dog (And Other Children)

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" Woofer, Stories You Can Read to Your Dog (and Other Children,)"
by Betty Fasig
is a collection of stories from the viewpoint of this delightful
dog. One truly steps over the threshold into Woofer's world; you see everything from the (quite low to the ground) dog's viewpoint. Every
tale is a charming saga from the life of Woofer and his friends.
Not since Anna Sewell have I read works that offer an animal's view
point this way. The stories are wonderfully suited for younger
audiences, and the action as well as the characters will enthrall
them. Actually, this adult reader must admit to being thoroughly
enthralled, as well .
There are many clever descriptions, fun puns, and unusual twists
to be discovered within the stories. My favorite is the squirrel
family who are all " Branch Executives," but a close second is the
mouse family "of thousands." Throughout, country animals are
featured, from everyday birds to the newcomers Sandy and Sandra
Crane, and all the small animals one does not think about
ordinarily.
The writer here truly looked outside the human world, to find
interaction and wonderful, engaging stories going on right in her
back garden. This lovely book is a wonderful reminder of what fun
it can be to read.
Nancy Lindley-Gauthier

A must have book for any home where children visit or live. Book of 33 short stories about a courageous little Wooffer and all his backyard and Lester Field friends. The child in you will fall in love with this book.

Author Betty Fasig has created nothing short of magic with Wooffer Stories, a delightful compilation of thirty-three tales chronicling the life and times of a loveable pup named Wooffer and his furry animal friends. With her uncanny knack for letting her readers glimpse inside the minds and hearts of these humble creatures, and her beautifully poetic writing style, Ms. Fasig has created a volume that is destined to become a classic in children's literature. Five stars are not enough.

Have you ever wondered if animals can talk? Do they talk to you? Do they understand what you say to them? Do they understand each other? Well, Betty Fasig knows the answers to all those questions, and so does her wonderful little dog, Woofer.

`Woofer' is a series of stories that brings out the various and distinct personalities of all the animals that live in Betty's world; a world that includes everything from ants to armadillos, robins to crows, and mice to men. `Woofer' is a book that belongs on the table right next to every child's bed for reading those always needed bedtime stories. Each story can only bring sweet dreams. After the children are asleep, adults should take the time to read `Woofer' too. And, in the morning, go out in your yard and have a new relationship with all those critters that want to say something to you. You will have a better day, and a better life.

Ms. Fasig's depiction of Wooffer dances with delight exuding heart warming encounters with animal friends. Wooffer's personality developes immediately as the inquisitive soul that has heart of kindness that never falters. Each encounter represents a colorful story of characters embodied with friendship and life-time alliances. I recommend this read to anyone with a heart. Robert Austin Meacham Author of "Mind's Diary"

Wooffwe: Stories You Can Read To Your Dog(and other children)
by Betty Fasig, PublishAmerica 2004:
ISBN 1-4137-5587-9 $19.95
In-depth review:
Wooffer: Stories You Can Read To Your Dog (and other children)

Betty Fasig spins enchanting tales for the enjoyment of children and adults alike. Loosely connected by the endearing antics of a very special, beloved little dog, Wooffer is a collection of sweet, gentle stories depicting a subtle moral ideal, providing an excellent opportunity for further discussion during those special bedtime moments, or even as an effective teaching tool when the appropriate situation presents itself. Wooffer and his pals experience many of the joys of being true friends, the trials and tribulations of being disobedient and unkind, the wonder of new life, and the sadness of some of life's unpleasantness, but, through it all, they share a unique bond that helps them all grow and develop into better creatures.
The thirty-three adventures of Wooffer, the feisty little dachshund that is a special friend to animals and humans alike, offer enough exciting spills, chills, and thrills to provide everyone with a favorite. With friends like Old Agnes, mother of thousands, the exotic peacock Cho Lee Yen, Ibie the Ibis, the Branch Executives - Hoy T. Toity, Sir Doodah, and Mr. A. A. Corn, the members of the Banana Spider Republic, the three feline scrooges, dear Margaret the chicken, and a kung-fu rabbit, along with a host of others, Wooffer learns many of life's most important lessons. Each short chapter is a complete adventure with a myriad of fascinating characters making these tales ideal for a short bedtime story or for whiling away the afternoon just to brighten a rainy day. Every reader will want to pick a favorite and will enjoy these amusing stories again and again.
In Wooffer: Stories You Can Read To Your Dog (and other children), Betty Fasig imbues her characters with such fascinating personalities and irrepressible charm that whatever weakness in editing mars the perfection of these wonderful stories certainly has no power to distract from their appeal. There is a golden thread of love, hope, friendship, and trust in all of Wooffer's adventures that speak straight from the author's heart to all of Wooffer's friends and will to those that he hasn't even met yet.
Who could possibly resist the mischievous sparkle in those beautiful brown eyes, or the friendly invitation in the cheerful wag of his irrepressible tail? I heartily recommend that everyone get to know this wonderful little dog and all his friends. Betty Fasig's Wooffer: Stories You Can Tell Your Dog (and other children) is a great addition to every child's library and is sure to be a guilty pleasure for adults as well.

Review by R. deVoll Fisher, author of Caleb's Branch: An Incomplete Tale Of Unfinished Lives for deVoll's Reviews, Cheers Magazine 2006

I can't tell you the last time I read a children's book. I read this one, though - from cover to cover in one night. In fact, I was going to finish for the evening when I was a little over halfway through, but Molly, my Bichon, wouldn't let me put the book down. We both thoroughly enjoyed it, and know what the great-grandchildren are going to get for their birthdays.

Margaret, the hen. Reginald, the rooster. Cho Lee Yen, the peacock. Marygrey,Camille, the pregnant rabbit,Sir Doodah,Sandy Crane,Pogo, Daisy,Jazzper,Ibie,Sarah,Bill ,Baby Jazzmin..WOOFFER..

You don't know them..Oh...You missed this book?Get WOOFFER...

This is the first book I enjoyed with my son and still enjoying..even he knows all the characters of this book..Time has changed ..It was the time when our granny and mummy were telling stories just keeping there hand on our forehead so we can sleep..but what do you expect that my son will sleep ?While reading WOOFFER to him he was sitting like a small alert puppy listening each and every word of Wooffer.

"Betty Fasig knows well how to get connected with the animal kingdom.If still you are unaware of animal friendship "WOOFFER" will tell you the whole thing.

In 33 stories Betty has successfully engaged each small or big animal sending some moral messages and leaves an impression on a small kid's mind..He easily recalls the character as well the related story and that's the beauty of "Wooffer"..

It's a big issue in any body's life when a book turns his/her life or changes her attitude..Practically I noticed that whenever my son is a bit off the track I remind him all the great job done by "WOOFFER" and he accepts that.Wooffer is like a "superhero" for him.

Not only children, I think even elders should also read this for may be they have forgotten some real basic moral values somewhere in their busy materailistic life..

Thank you so much Betty for this Wonderful gift....
Bhawana
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Wooffer:Stories You Can Read To Your Dog (And Other Children)
by Betty Fasig

Review:Oh! My! How can I best describe Betty Fasig's Book "Wooffer" than to say that Betty is the Mother of all children's stories or should I say dog's stories, or should I say animal's stories. Oh, well, whatever! She is undoubtedly the best fantasy story teller of written words about the animal kingdom I have ever read to date. These stories deserve the finest of Medals, they deserve to be read the world over. They are deserving of the finest artwork in the world. They are deserving of the finest movie scriptwriters available today to turn this montage of children's stories into a Box Office Hit that will rival the best of the best.
The names of the characters are enchanting, fairytale like, and the stories make up a fantasy world so understandable and darling for the young child. They are precious stories that deserve only the very best applause from the literary field and publishers worldwide. Betty I guess you know by now that I loved your book. I highly reccommend it to kids of all ages! Libraries need it. Teachers need to read a chapter a day to their students. Parents need it for nightly bedtime stories. It is wonderful. I love the names, of the animals and wish I could mention them all. Three lazy cats win you over right off their names are Curly, Larry and Moe. Then there are the squirrels, 2 of them being Mr. Hoity Toity and Mr.A.A.Corn. And I could never forget Agnes the mother of thousands. Maudie the horse, Mildred and Claudie Dillo the armadillos. There are so many that keep you enthralled. The buzzards company that picks up the dead because someone has to do it has a small part in the book as Digger,and Rigger the Mortises have to back off from a victim who had not yet succumbed, when Wooffer comes to Maxwell's rescue. Wooffer proves in all cases to be the best friend any of these fine animals could ever have. Wooffer rescued Margaret the Hen from the snake's race at the Indigo 500 when she was left for dead after a bite from one of the snakes. Wooffer teaches Camille who wants to learn to change to more colors than brown or green to climb onto the colored flowers and think the appropriate color until she turns that color, Camille knows to think very hard and then she changes.
This book is such a delight. Betty Fasig proves to be The interpreter of animal talk that might give Dr. Doolittle a run for the title of one loving to talk to the animals.

Betty Fasig's, Wooffer: Stories You Can Read to Your Dog, is for children, what humorist Garrison Keeler's homespun-tales of Lake Wobegone is for adults. By joining Wooffer's adventures, you'll meet mouse-Mother Agnes, mother of the Thousands, Camille the Chameleon, and many other creatures found on or near the farm, Wooffer the dog, knows as home. Wooffer's world is where friendly squirrels find a high-wire highway to nearby lands filled with acorns; where wild pigs dance in a moonlit woods; where a fear-crazed chicken learns martial arts and eventually teaches self-defense skills to timid rabbits; and where crows tell whoppers to the farmyard pig while they deftly pilfer the pig's feed trough.

The book enchants both the listener and the reader. Truly, Betty Fasig's book bridges the gap between the old and the young, and grandparents will marvel at their grandchildren's appreciation as they read aloud these tender and delightful stories.

An unmistakable subtext surfaces as Wooffer and the many animals of different shapes, sizes, and colors, develop mutual respect, collective cooperation, and finally love for one another. The magic contained within these pages describes the power of love. Children, dogs, and grandparents already know about love; perhaps Wooffer: Stories You Can Read to Your Dog, should be mandatory reading for members of the United Nations as a reminder that love makes the world a better place for everyone. Betty Fasig's book adds to the world's inventory of love.

Submitted by: David S. Rosenberg, author of No Shortage of Evil