Kim Kavin's Blog, page 15
August 3, 2012
Little Boy Blue to Appear in Long Valley, N.J.
On Wednesday, October 3, Blue and Kim will be at the Washington Township (Long Valley) Public Library from 7 till 9 p.m. There will be a short talk about the book “Little Boy Blue” followed by a chance to purchase a copy, have it signed, and say hello to Blue.
We hope to see you there!
Filed under: Appearances
August 2, 2012
Little Boy Blue to Appear in Brooklyn, New York
“Little Boy Blue” author Kim Kavin and Blue will be appearing at Boulevard Books and Cafe in Brooklyn, New York, on Saturday, October 6.
Rescue dogs are expected to be available for adoption. We hope to see you there!
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Little Boy Blue to Appear in Lafayette, New Jersey
“Little Boy Blue” author Kim Kavin and Blue will be signing books at Responsible Dog Owner Day at Olde Lafayette Village in Lafayette, New Jersey, from 10 a.m. till noon on Saturday, September 15.
This event is being hosted by K-9 Coaching, whose owner, Shelley Clawson, is Blue’s longtime trainer. She helped him go from a frightened puppy to a proud graduate of the AKC Canine Good Citizen obedience program.
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Little Boy Blue to Appear in Clinton, New Jersey
“Little Boy Blue” author Kim Kavin and Blue will be signing books at Clinton Book Shop in Clinton, New Jersey, starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 7.
This is a ticketed event in an intimate venue. If you would like to attend, please register in advance by contacting the book shop.
Rescue dogs are expected to be on hand for adoption. We’ll see you there!
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‘All I Have to Say is, It’s About Time’
This Dish is Veg, which is dedicated to animal welfare, eco-friendly, and other types of news, just uploaded its review of “Little Boy Blue.”
Our favorite line is: “As someone who has worked for many years on the front lines of the war to save the lives of innocent animals, I have seen firsthand the trials and tribulations Kavin courageously documents in the tale of her precious Blue, and all I have to say is, it’s about time.”
We are thrilled that the reviewer calls “Little Boy Blue” a “must read.”
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August 1, 2012
A Book that “Will Stay with You after You Finish Reading It”
Pet News and Views just published its review of “Little Boy Blue.” Here is our favorite part:
“Kim explores the ‘whys’ behind the need for dog transports and promotes adoption over breeding. She uncovers many surprising facts about animal shelters and how the system works. Writing about kill shelters can be harrowing. Yet, Kim writes in a beautiful manner making it an important, not frightening, read. She talks about why shelters need to be run as businesses, and provides examples of well run ones. Her knowledge of pet transportation rescues is insightful, and everyone involved in pet rescue should read ‘Little Boy Blue.’ This is a memoir that touches on Kim’s life as a journalist, pet parent, foster pet parent, and pet rescue volunteer. It’s a rich life filled with kindness and care, and her book will stay with you after you finish reading it.”
Filed under: Little Boy Blue: The Book
July 27, 2012
“Little Boy Blue” Promo Video Goes Live
Here’s the promo video for “Little Boy Blue,” with author Kim Kavin talking about how the book came to be and what she learned while reporting it across the country:
Filed under: Little Boy Blue: The Book
July 24, 2012
“After Reading It, We Can’t Stop Talking about It, and Thinking about It”
The Days of Johann just published its review of “Little Boy Blue,” calling the book “eye-opening,” “powerful” and a “must-read.”
We’re especially excited about this review because it comes from a person (and a dog) with firsthand experience of municipal shelters and the rescue movement in both Indianapolis, Indiana, and in northeast Georgia. The reviewer says “Little Boy Blue” made her think about everything she knows in a new and deeper way. We take that as a huge compliment, and we sincerely appreciate the fact that someone like this reviewer, “after reading it, can’t stop talking about it and thinking about it.”
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July 20, 2012
Little Boy Blue to Appear at Dogfest 2012
“Little Boy Blue” author Kim Kavin and Blue himself will be among the attendees at Dogfest 2012 in Westwood, N.J. Also scheduled to appear at the August 26 event is Daniel the Miracle Beagle, who survived a gas-chamber shelter like the one where Blue was found. Books about both dogs will be available for autographs with the authors.
Check out the promotional flyer featuring Blue’s photograph:
Filed under: Appearances
July 6, 2012
“A Sharp and Revealing Look at the Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Homeless Dogs in America”
Animal advocate Keith Sanderson just posted his review of “Little Boy Blue” on Examiner.com.
Sanderson writes: “It is a story that could have easily been diluted by the shrill but undocumented voice of a passionate advocate. There is no doubt that Kavin is passionate about this topic. … Fortunately, the story is tempered by Kavin’s experience as a trained journalist. Her story is supported with documented facts. The result it is a sharp and revealing look at the good, the bad and the ugly of homeless dogsin America and what happens to them. … The dog Blue led Kim Kavin on a venture to discovery that you will be sure to want to follow.”
Filed under: Little Boy Blue: The Book
