Happy Harry: A Magical Golden (Barbara’s Dog Stories)

Voted Book of the Month at Long and Short Reviews for May 2024!Barbara Lampert’s second dog memoir, Happy Harry: A Magical Golden, celebrates the extraordinary life of a beloved Golden Retriever and his bond with Barbara, a psychotherapist specializing in relationships and a lifelong dog lover. Through an uncensored daily journal that makes fellow dog lovers feel as if they are sitting comfortably with Barbara in her home, she takes us on a heartwarming journey alongside Harry, a free-spirited, wild, wolf-like Golden, as he explores the picturesque landscapes of Malibu, California. Harry has so many invaluable lessons to teach us – just being Harry! Harry was not only the happiest being Barbara’s ever known but also remarkably brave. Even when facing life-altering adversity, Harry literally pranced through life, with a joyous attitude that made being around him like magic. Harry instinctively knew the secrets of how to live fully, even blissfully, so much so that Barbara felt compelled to tell his story. Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson, the international bestselling author of Dogs Never Lie About Love and When Elephants Weep, aptly describes this memoir as a “magnificent love story,” saying, “Nobody who loves dogs will be able to resist your book!” And David Rosenfelt, national bestselling and award-winning author of Dogtripping and Leader of the Pack, says Harry’s story is “ a wonderful love letter to the greatest creatures on the planet.” Cris Devine: “This deceptively simple-sounding book about the life of a dog is surprisingly mesmerizing and thought-provoking… I felt like I was truly welcomed into the Lamperts' garden and into the world of Happy Harry…” And an Amazon reviewer: “Throughout the story you'll get a beautiful glimpse into what true dog companionship is about, and laugh at the antics and cry at the heartbreak, but walk away with a deeper connection to what it means to love. The writing is beautiful…” Barbara fell in love with Harry. And as you immerse yourself in Harry’s story, it’s quite likely you will too! Prepare to be moved, uplifted, and reminded of the magic that dogs bring into our lives. Happy Harry is unforgettable! “The free soul is rare, but you know it when you see it—basically because you feel good, very good, when you are near or with them.” – Charles Bukowski