«A Letter to My Dog» by Kimi Culp, Lisa Erspamer, Robin Layton

Dogs know how to talk to us — they do it all the time. A pair of raised ears or a wagging tail can speak volumes to those in the know. In this heartfelt ode to the furriest of family members, dog lovers get the chance to say something back, sharing personal letters penned to their beloved companions. With gorgeous accompanying photographs by Robin Layton, this collection of letters and portraits features a wide range of dogs and their owners, including everyday people with remarkable stories as well as celebrities like Hilary Duff, Tony Bennett, and Oprah Winfrey alongside their pooches. Throughout, these tales of perseverance, love, and loyalty celebrate the deep and devoted friendships that humans share with their pups. The list of contributors includes dog owners with exceptional stories drawn from the Letter to My Dog blog as well as the following celebrity contributors: Oprah Winfrey Rosie O'Donnell Joss Stone Sarah, Duchess of York Isaac Mezrahri Jackie Evancho Jill Rappaport Ke$ha Mario Lopez Kristin Chenoweth Rachael Scdoris Tyler Perry Amy Rosenthal Colbie Caillat Cynthia McFadden Carol Leifer Amy Smart Fran Drescher Robin Roberts Hilary Duff Tony Bennett Tatum O'Neal Michael Vartan Rumer Willis Kathy Najimy Cat Cora Nia Vardalos Maria Menounos Lisa Sugar Martha Beck Mariel Hemingway