More Life as a Dog
L.A. Davenport
Memoir | Part 2 of Life as a Dog
Published
December 2023
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P-Wave Press
Ebook
ISBN: 9781916164093
ISBN: 9781916937024
Paperback
ISBN: 9781916937000
ISBN: 9781916937031
Hardcover
ISBN: 9781916937017
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December 2023
Imprint
P-Wave Press
Ebook
ISBN: 9781916164093
ISBN: 9781916937024
Paperback
ISBN: 9781916937000
ISBN: 9781916937031
Hardcover
ISBN: 9781916937017
Buy Paperback Direct
Buy Hardcover Direct
Buy Ebook, Hardback and Paperback from Online Retailers
Summary
More Life as a Dog: A Heartfelt and Hilarious Memoir of Life, Love, and a Loyal Companion
In More Life as a Dog, acclaimed author L.A. Davenport invites readers into his world, where everyday life is filled with heartwarming adventures, awkward encounters, and moments of unexpected joy—all shared with his inseparable companion, Kevin, a small but spirited dachshund.
Navigating the complexities of life and love, Davenport explores the highs and lows of human relationships while offering a humorous and poignant glimpse into the unique bond between man and dog. Whether it’s handling Kevin’s canine anxiety, meeting the in-laws, or reflecting on life's unpredictability, the memoir blends laugh-out-loud moments with touching reflections on emotional healing, friendship, and the search for belonging.
More Life as a Dog is not just a story about a man and his dog; it’s a celebration of resilience, companionship, and the little joys that make life worth living. Perfect for dog lovers, memoir enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a witty take on the challenges of everyday life.
In More Life as a Dog, acclaimed author L.A. Davenport invites readers into his world, where everyday life is filled with heartwarming adventures, awkward encounters, and moments of unexpected joy—all shared with his inseparable companion, Kevin, a small but spirited dachshund.
Navigating the complexities of life and love, Davenport explores the highs and lows of human relationships while offering a humorous and poignant glimpse into the unique bond between man and dog. Whether it’s handling Kevin’s canine anxiety, meeting the in-laws, or reflecting on life's unpredictability, the memoir blends laugh-out-loud moments with touching reflections on emotional healing, friendship, and the search for belonging.
More Life as a Dog is not just a story about a man and his dog; it’s a celebration of resilience, companionship, and the little joys that make life worth living. Perfect for dog lovers, memoir enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a witty take on the challenges of everyday life.
Awards
More Life as a Dog is a Finalist in the 2024 Next Generation Indie Book Awards in the category Animals / Pets.
Reviews
A “charming memoir” with “many vivid descriptions of his beloved dog.” The writing is “fresh, appealing, and insightful,” with “elegant” phrasing. The BookLife Prize.
Kevin the dachshund has a little part of my heart after reading this heartwarming story…This book is well written and short enough to read in one sitting, which is perfect as you won’t want to put it down. Andrew Reads
This is a fun, light hearted read especially for any dog lover. It's heart-warming, it's very touching and…a short, beautiful read. One for over a coffee or two with your favourite canine companion. Nicki’s Book Blog
This is memoir meets heartfelt storytelling…with both laugh out loud moments and moments that warm the heart, too. This is a quick read and a perfect one to lift the spirits in a new year. Dr Charley Barnes
Blog Tour
We were very excited that a Blog Tour for More Life as a Dog took place from Monday 8 to Sunday 14 January, 2024, with a blogger posting a review each day.
All the updates and news are posted below.
All the updates and news are posted below.
Blog tour updates
4 January 2024
Andrew Reads posted on Twitter: “So excited for my first Blog Tour of 2024!!
‘More life as a Dog’ by L.A.Davenport
👀 Finished in one sitting. All I’m going to say is - Keven now has my heart!!”
‘More life as a Dog’ by L.A.Davenport
👀 Finished in one sitting. All I’m going to say is - Keven now has my heart!!”
So excited for my first Blog Tour of 2024!!
— Andrew Reads (@A_ndrew_Reads) January 4, 2024
‘More life as a Dog’ by L.A.Davenport
👀 Finished in one sitting. All I’m going to say is - Keven now has my heart!! pic.twitter.com/YsZzZwBv2Q
8 January 2024
Lynda’s Book Reviews and News got the ball rolling today with the first full review of More Life as a Dog.
She posted on Instagram: “It is clear that the human is besotted with his canine friend, and I loved how he had dealt with what was clearly a problem rescue dog, some people should never be allowed pets, good on you sir.”
“A gentle and easy read and I’m sure a lot of dog owners will recognise some of the traits in their own pets.”
She posted on Instagram: “It is clear that the human is besotted with his canine friend, and I loved how he had dealt with what was clearly a problem rescue dog, some people should never be allowed pets, good on you sir.”
“A gentle and easy read and I’m sure a lot of dog owners will recognise some of the traits in their own pets.”
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— Lynda’s Book Reviews and News (@LyndaCheckley) January 8, 2024
More Life As A Dog by L A Davenport
Full review ➡️ https://t.co/8xIGzx5Z9l
“A gentle and easy read and I’m sure a lot of dog owners will recognise some of the traits in their own pets.”@p_wave_press @HeatherJFitt pic.twitter.com/od0APcGVq5
9 January 2024
Emma Fitzgerald, aka Tea Leaves and Book Leaves, was next up.
Her review, posted on her website, pointed out, as has everyone who has read the book so far, that More Life as a Dog can easily be read as a standalone, rather than only as a follow-on to the first book in the series: My Life as a Dog.
Emma added that this latest instalment made her feel “many emotions,” making her smile at times, but also “sad”.
Overall, she said: “I found More Life as a Dog a very touching and heart-warming read. The book is well written and a lovely read 4 stars. ”
Her review, posted on her website, pointed out, as has everyone who has read the book so far, that More Life as a Dog can easily be read as a standalone, rather than only as a follow-on to the first book in the series: My Life as a Dog.
Emma added that this latest instalment made her feel “many emotions,” making her smile at times, but also “sad”.
Overall, she said: “I found More Life as a Dog a very touching and heart-warming read. The book is well written and a lovely read 4 stars. ”
Tea leaves and Book leaves: More Life as a Dog: 2 by L.A. Davenport https://t.co/zl8NYloEt7 Thank you @HeatherJFitt for letting me be part of this tour and reviewing this book. A very good read pic.twitter.com/HCBy1aGr9s
— emma fitzgerald (@fitzgerald631) January 9, 2024
10 January 2024
Over on Instagram, Abi gave her thoughts on More Life as a Dog, saying it is “the epitome of a dog being a man’s best friend.”
After noting that Kevin came from abusive home and is “now living a great life”, she said: “I really liked the writing style and was slightly disappointed when it ended so quickly.”
“The chapter which features Amy Winehouse is so sad,” Abi added.
After noting that Kevin came from abusive home and is “now living a great life”, she said: “I really liked the writing style and was slightly disappointed when it ended so quickly.”
“The chapter which features Amy Winehouse is so sad,” Abi added.
11 January 2024
Thursday was the turn of Andrew Reads, who gave More Life as a Dog five stars!!
In his full review, Andrew began by saying that “Kevin the dachshund has a little part of my heart after reading this heartwarming story.”
“I have two dogs of my own and I can relate to the blurred lines between loving and owning a dog. The author does a perfect job of adding humour to everyday tasks that are forever changed once you have a dog in your life.”
Andrew continues: “This book is well written and short enough to read in one sitting, which is perfect as you won’t want to put it down. I thoroughly enjoyed catching up with Kevin, and will definitely be on the hunt for more by this author.”
We’re delighted you enjoyed it so much!!
In his full review, Andrew began by saying that “Kevin the dachshund has a little part of my heart after reading this heartwarming story.”
“I have two dogs of my own and I can relate to the blurred lines between loving and owning a dog. The author does a perfect job of adding humour to everyday tasks that are forever changed once you have a dog in your life.”
Andrew continues: “This book is well written and short enough to read in one sitting, which is perfect as you won’t want to put it down. I thoroughly enjoyed catching up with Kevin, and will definitely be on the hunt for more by this author.”
We’re delighted you enjoyed it so much!!
🗣 Today is my stop on the blog tour of 'More Life as a Dog' by L.A. Davenport🗣
— Andrew Reads (@A_ndrew_Reads) January 11, 2024
If you want a funny and heartwarming read about a cute dachshund called Kevin - then this is the book for you.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️@HeatherJFitt @p_wave_press
Read my full review 👇🏻https://t.co/xm7WmTA7BA pic.twitter.com/vcAVuRUdLr
12 January 2024
Nicki’s book blog was next to review More Life as a Dog.
“This is a fun, light hearted read especially for any dog lover,” she writes glowingly. “It's heart-warming, it's very touching and also that for some of us, we have overcome much due to having that canine companion at our side.”
Overall, the book is “a short, beautiful read. One for over a coffee or two with your favourite canine companion.”
We couldn’t agree more!!
“This is a fun, light hearted read especially for any dog lover,” she writes glowingly. “It's heart-warming, it's very touching and also that for some of us, we have overcome much due to having that canine companion at our side.”
Overall, the book is “a short, beautiful read. One for over a coffee or two with your favourite canine companion.”
We couldn’t agree more!!
More Life as a Dog by LA Davenport- memoirs/humour. A short, beautiful read. One for over a coffee or two with your favourite canine companion. https://t.co/hKqrQAVdDA @HeatherJFitt @p_wave_press pic.twitter.com/L69894aSc5
— Nicki's book blog (@nickisbookblog) January 12, 2024
13 January 2024
Saturday, and the penultimate day of the blog tour, saw Ellie Shepherd give her thoughts.
Over on Twitter, she said: “I had the pleasure of reviewing "More Life as a Dog" by L.A Davenport about one man and his rescue dog Kevin.”
Ellie added: “This was a lovely story of the relationship between humans and dogs I could relate with 💞 Recommend 5⭐”
Over on Twitter, she said: “I had the pleasure of reviewing "More Life as a Dog" by L.A Davenport about one man and his rescue dog Kevin.”
Ellie added: “This was a lovely story of the relationship between humans and dogs I could relate with 💞 Recommend 5⭐”
I had the pleasure of reviewing "More Life as a Dog" by L.A Davenport about one man and his rescue dog Kevin.
— Ellie Shepherd (@GoanChickEllie) January 13, 2024
As an owner of rescue dogs & each having their unique foibles. This was a lovely story of the relationship between humans and dogs I could relate with 💞 Recommend 5⭐ pic.twitter.com/07sz9t0Agp
14 January 2024
Sunday, and the blog tour was rounded off perfectly by a lovely review from Dr Charley Barnes.
On Instagram, she said: “More Life as a Dog was an utter joy to spend some time with this month,” adding that the book “works perfectly as a standalone as much as a sequel, revealing the continued antics of Kevin the dachshund and his human.”
Charley added that “this is memoir meets heartfelt storytelling, delivered in accessible prose with both laugh out loud moments and moments that warm the heart, too.”
She concluded: “This is a quick read and a perfect one to lift the spirits in a new year.”
Thank you Charley, and thank you to everyone who took part in the blog tour, with a wonderful week of insightful and touching reviews!
On Instagram, she said: “More Life as a Dog was an utter joy to spend some time with this month,” adding that the book “works perfectly as a standalone as much as a sequel, revealing the continued antics of Kevin the dachshund and his human.”
Charley added that “this is memoir meets heartfelt storytelling, delivered in accessible prose with both laugh out loud moments and moments that warm the heart, too.”
She concluded: “This is a quick read and a perfect one to lift the spirits in a new year.”
Thank you Charley, and thank you to everyone who took part in the blog tour, with a wonderful week of insightful and touching reviews!
Learn More
You can read about More Life as a Dog and how it took shape here.
About the Author
L.A. Davenport is a writer and storyteller born in Cork, Ireland. He studied Medical Sciences and Social Anthropology at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, and has written novels, short stories, essays and reflections exploring science, history and the human experience. He divides his time between Lincolnshire and the Côte d’Azur, and has a fondness for typewriters, long walks and strong cups of tea.
Learn more about L.A. Davenport and his writing at Pushing the Wave.
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