About The Author
David Wilk is an author and a lifelong dog lover. He has written two novels – Big City Fish and Gridlock – three non-fiction books and assisted on a screenplay for Gridlock. Sixteen years ago he was asked to write a biography for a private individual. He loved the project and has now written or ghost written 18 biographical books. Prior to writing full time, Wilk was an entrepreneur who founded Professional Beach Volleyball and the Pro Beach Volleyball Tour, was co-founder and president of the online surf report and forecast Surfline and founded Pacific Milk Caps, a national distributorship during the Pogs boom of the mid-1990s. Wilk currently resides in Mandalay Bay, California (it’s in Oxnard), with his two dogs – Petey and Tinker
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DOG STORiES
Follow the thrills, drama, heartbreak and incomparable joy of a lifetime filled with dogs. Hold onto your chair as two Golden Retrievers get swept away by a roaring river. Chuckle at the misadventure of hiking up to a neighbor’s house at night to retrieve a puppy that wandered into a…rattlesnake rescue. Squirm at the life-threatening developments when a man spots his dog sinking to his neck in an isolated tar pit, steps in to save him and gets trapped as well. Laugh at the misadventures of tying a dog to a motor scooter for a thrill ride in the hills. Feel the emotion when a profound tragedy befalls a family and the one thing that keeps them from utter despair is the innocence and mischief of a new puppy. All these stories and many more in a book you won’t forget.
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The cover picture originally drew me to the book. I couldn't figure out what kind of puppy that was.
After reading the book, you understand why people that have dogs love and care for them so much.
The adventures the writer has with his dogs is like life itself: fun, sad, scary, and joyful.
The writer adds humor to the stories making it an entertaining and quick read.
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"Amazing Dog Stories" is an incredible book! David Wilk uses humor and heart to recount his canines and their charm. These dog tales will prompt you to appreciate your own furry friends and think back fondly upon the dogs you've loved in life. This memoir is thoughtful and poetic, surprising and inspiring. The author conveys personal sentiments and shared truths about being a dog owner in California. Dogs helped David and his wife through uncertain and unfortunate times, bringing them hope and healing. Many readers will relate to the comfort, joy, experiences, and exercise a cherished pet provides. Plus, this book has pictures!
Tamara Miller Davis
Lots of funny stories about the many, many dogs that have filled David Wilk's life over many years. Some are hilarious, some are sad, some are scary and some are just downright fascinating. All ages will enjoy this wildly entertaining book. You might even want to go out and get your own Golden Retriever after reading these thrilling stories!
cynsyn
If anyone doubted that 4-legged love could bring comfort and joy even in life's most trying times, this book is for you. The stories, along with the photos, are amazing and will make you laugh and warm your heart.
Amazon Customer
I am a dog lover, particularly 'Goldies' - so I thought I'd take a chance on this book, as it caught my attention with the adorable picture of the Goldie Puppy on the cover. WHAT A FIND!!!!! I started to read 'Amazing Dog Stories' when I arrived home from work at about 6pm - and turned the last page at midnight!!!! What a great READ! The stories Mr. Wilk relates are truly captivating - made me wonder how all these adventures could befall one man/family, but in all fairness they did happen over the period of many years of his dog ownership. As I was reading, I almost felt as if I was there with him experiencing these HiJinx! At times I was laughing so hard I could barely take a breath (the 'Scooter' chapter), crying to the point I couldn't read through the tears ('Devastation' ), feeling pure joy ('Ten Puppies') and smiling to myself to the point when I was done reading my jaw hurt. BUY IT, YOU WILL THANK ME!!! Sign me up for 'Amazing Dog Stories 2' PLEASE!!!!!
Michael York Finalist for
"Book of the Year" Award