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Searching for Hopper

Searching for Hopper


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In the quiet stillness of the winter solstice, when daylight fades too quickly and shadows stretch long across the snow-covered ground, a young Golden Retriever named Hopper ventures off on an unexpected journey with his two siblings. Overwhelmed by the unfamiliar landscape and the crushing city sounds, Hopper seeks refuge beneath a fallen branch, its weathered embrace mimicking the safety of his cozy crate at home while the world around him grows increasingly strange and threatening. Left behind is his heartbroken owner, facing the longest night of the year without her beloved companion. As darkness falls and hope begins to fade, his desperate owner launches a search through snow-covered woods and moonlit streets. This heartwarming true story celebrates the unbreakable bond between humans and their four-legged family members and the community that comes together when one goes missing. A story that speaks to every pet parent's worst fear. Searching for Hopper: Pawprints in Snow brings to life the true story inspired by her own experience with Duke, her young Golden Retriever whose winter adventure turns into a four-day search and community mission. As paw prints are discovered and doorbell cameras capture glimpses of gold fur, hope begins to shine through the winter darkness. Dora J. Simpson weaves a tale of determination that will resonate with anyone who has ever loved an animal. Her watercolor illustrations-created despite her artistic hesitations-bring an authentic emotional quality to each scene. The result is a deeply personal story about the lengths we go to for those who cannot find their own way home and how a community can come together in unexpected ways. Perfect for young animal lovers ages 3-9, this heartwarming picture book offers gentle lessons about perseverance, community kindness, and the special bond between humans and their four-legged family members.

About the Author :
Dora J. Simpson is the author of several beloved children's picture books including, "Opal's Upside-Down Dilemma," "Searching for Starlight", "Hopper Halloween Hiccup", and "Esper Noelle the Christmas Caribou". Her stories celebrate friendship, perseverance, and the special bond between humans and animals. Dora J. Simpson is the author of several beloved children's picture books, including "Opal's Upside-Down Dilemma," "Searching for Starlight", "Hopper Halloween Hiccup", and "Esper Noelle the Christmas Caribou". Her stories celebrate friendship, perseverance, and the special bond between humans and animals.This book was inspired by a real-life adventure when her Golden Retriever, Duke (the inspiration for Hopper), went missing during the shortest days of winter. The community's remarkable response and Duke and her eventual reunion became the heartbeat of this story. Her other dogs-Nash, who inspired the character of Fasa, and Bella, her Great Pyrenees/Siberian Husky mix who inspired Starlight-round out the cast of four-legged characters drawn from her daily companions.Dora's journey as an illustrator began when she embraced the challenge of bringing her own stories to life. Despite having no formal art training, she discovered that watercolors offered a forgiving medium that allowed her artistic vision to flourish. "I realized that my connection to these stories gave me something no professional illustrator could bring-the emotional truth behind each scene," she says. Each illustration represents both a labor of love and a testament to pursuing creativity without limitations.When she's not writing or painting, Dora can be found taking long walks in nature with her canine muses, where the changing seasons and quiet moments continue to inspire her storytelling.For aspiring creators everywhere who believe a missing skill might hold them back-your unique vision matters more than technical perfection. Your story deserves to be told. Dora J. Simpson is the author of several beloved children's picture books including, "Opal's Upside-Down Dilemma," "Searching for Starlight", "Hopper Halloween Hiccup", and "Esper Noelle the Christmas Caribou". Her stories celebrate friendship, perseverance, and the special bond between humans and animals. Dora J. Simpson is the author of several beloved children's picture books, including "Opal's Upside-Down Dilemma," "Searching for Starlight", "Hopper Halloween Hiccup", and "Esper Noelle the Christmas Caribou". Her stories celebrate friendship, perseverance, and the special bond between humans and animals.This book was inspired by a real-life adventure when her Golden Retriever, Duke (the inspiration for Hopper), went missing during the shortest days of winter. The community's remarkable response and Duke and her eventual reunion became the heartbeat of this story. Her other dogs-Nash, who inspired the character of Fasa, and Bella, her Great Pyrenees/Siberian Husky mix who inspired Starlight-round out the cast of four-legged characters drawn from her daily companions.Dora's journey as an illustrator began when she embraced the challenge of bringing her own stories to life. Despite having no formal art training, she discovered that watercolors offered a forgiving medium that allowed her artistic vision to flourish. "I realized that my connection to these stories gave me something no professional illustrator could bring-the emotional truth behind each scene," she says. Each illustration represents both a labor of love and a testament to pursuing creativity without limitations.When she's not writing or painting, Dora can be found taking long walks in nature with her canine muses, where the changing seasons and quiet moments continue to inspire her storytelling.For aspiring creators everywhere who believe a missing skill might hold them back-your unique vision matters more than technical perfection. Your story deserves to be told.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9798991965521
  • Publisher: Dog Ear Book Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Dog Ear Book Publishing
  • Edition: Large type / large print edition
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 3 mm
  • Width: 216 mm
  • ISBN-10: 8991965520
  • Publisher Date: 15 Aug 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 46
  • Returnable: Y
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 186 gr


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