Better Together
how the animals we love can inspire our creativity and transform our shared lives
Christine King
Published by Anima Books, 2023
Printing & Distribution: Kindle Direct Publishing
(an Amazon company)
PRINT editions
ISBN: 979-8-8669-5805-4 (hardcover)
ISBN: 979-8-8669-5842-9 (paperback)
5.5 x 8.5 in. (140 x 216 mm), 100 pages
Kindle eBOOK edition
Kindle and other supported formats
22,176 words, inclusive
EPUB edition (lulu.com)
ISBN: 978-1-4466-6144-4
22,176 words, inclusive
HARDCOVER (not yet available in Australia)
USD: $15.95
KINDLE eBOOK
USD: $3.50
PAPERBACK
USD: $9.95
A heartwarming read for animal lovers everywhere
Dr. Christine King's Better Together: How the Animals We Love Can Inspire Our Creativity and Transform Our Shared Lives is a poignant exploration of the profound bond between humans and animals. With heartwarming narratives and personal anecdotes, Dr. King delves into how our furry, feathered, or scaled companions not only offer companionship but also ignite our creative sparks and contribute to our emotional and psychological healing.
In Better Together, Dr. King intertwines veterinary insights with her personal journey, offering readers an intimate look at the therapeutic power of animals. Her relationship with her dog, Miss Lilly, serves as the cornerstone of the book, illustrating the transformational impact an animal can have on one's life. Dr. King's candid discussion of her struggles with mental health issues, including thoughts of suicide, is both brave and enlightening, showcasing how her bond with Miss Lilly was a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change.
The narrative is rich with emotion and wisdom, encouraging readers to look beyond the surface and recognize the deeper, spiritual connection we share with our animal companions. The book's blend of humor, love, and raw honesty makes it a compelling read that resonates on many levels.
Better Together is more than a memoir or a self-help book; it's a testament to the transformative power of love between animals and humans. Dr. King’s call to recognize and nurture this bond for mutual healing and growth is a message that echoes throughout the book, making it a must-read for anyone who has experienced the magic of an animal's unconditional love.
In conclusion, Better Together is a beautifully written tribute to the animals in our lives and their incredible capacity to help us find our creativity, heal our wounds, and live more fulfilling lives. Dr. Christine King’s insights and personal stories make this book a valuable addition to the literature on human-animal bonds and a heartwarming read for animal lovers everywhere.
Emilee Jackson
read.with.emilee on instagram
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Reviews & Testimonials
This is a book of love
This is a book of love. It is written with honesty, determination and wonderment. It is about love, expresses love, explores love, shares love, and gives a glimmer of insight to the meaning of love from the perspective of the other side of the veil. If there is a veil.
And... this book came at the right time for me.... as it will for many people who will pick it up. You have expressed in words what so many of us feel and carry in our hearts.
The end came too quickly and sharply. Until I read the epilogue which softened my perspective and carried me away into my own Pollyanna world.
OMG "I love my family and friends. I love my dog more". 🤣 You said it out loud!!
Shauna Cantwell, DVM, MVSc, DipACVAA
Medicine Wheel Veterinary Services, Ocala FL
