Magical. A quiet, elegant, poignant story suffused with humor, heart, and goodness Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A spare, moving tale. Using simple words that even youngest readers will understand and enjoy, MacLachlan tackles subjects such as death and mourning with understated grace Publishers Weekly (starred review) Readers will find their own jewel in this gem of a book Booklist (starred review) A tender story of love and grief, The Poet's Dog perfectly illustrates how special friends can heal a broken heart Jo Knowles, author of See You At Harry's This enchanting tale of friendship - of the canine and poetic kind - will warm your heart like a firelit cabin on a snowy night. I loved it! Laura Resau, author of The Lightning Queen Though this contemplative fantasy explores grief, it is also about overcoming loss and is resolved in a way that will comfort sensitive readers. A strong purchase for larger fiction collections School Library Journal A master storyteller in gorgeous form. The Poet's Dog is a joy from page one Emily Jenkins, author of Toys Go Out An evocative gem, laced with the power to nurture every reader's inner poet Leslie Connor, author of All Rise for the Honorable Perry T. Cook Dog-lovers and budding poets with a taste for quiet whimsy, or fans of MacLachlan's measured and lyrical writing, may want to check this out Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

Patricia MacLachlan is the celebrated author of many timeless books for young readers, including Sarah, Plain and Tall, winner of the Newbery Medal. She is also the author of countless picture books, a number of which she cowrote with her daughter, Emily. She lives in Williamsburg, Massachusetts.