The Dogs Who Play Baseball

by Thomas Louis Carroll

Everyone in the country is asking – who are these dogs who play baseball? Well, hold on tight, because you’re about to find out. This is the heartwarming story of how some kids in the Bronx teach (actually, teach!) their dogs to play baseball, and that’s just where the fun begins. The kids take their dogs on an amazing adventure, showing the world that dogs can play against the best of them – and they do! As you know America loves two things, baseball and dogs. Well, this book has both! You’re going to love how this co-ed team of kids work with their dogs through obstacles and hardships to take their team to the top. And what a cast of characters! A Bulldog at third base. A Collie in right field. And famous Chester the white Labrador at first base. You’re going to come to love these dogs like your own. Follow our team of kids and dogs alike as they take on the world of baseball. It will enthrall you to see Chester hit a home run. It will warm your heart to see these kids support each other through everything. Here you have a story that will stay with you a lifetime, and you can even read it to your dog after you enjoy it yourself. “A winning story that will delight young readers and adults...especially recommended reading for middle graders." - D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review “It goes from silly can’t-believe-it good-humored fun to serious on-the-edge-of-your-seat baseball action… with dogs of course.” - Reedsy

269 pages, Paperback

Published August 19, 2021

About the author

Thomas Louis Carroll is the author of "The Dogs Who Play Baseball," the story of dogs who learn to play baseball, and "The Colony," the story of a boy who gets reduced to the size of an ant and must survive on the desert floor. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his wife, a remarkable special needs teacher, and his dog Mazey. He has three amazing daughters. He is also a director of movies, including "Big Bad Budget" and "Who Stole the Tasmanian Devils?" He loves to go windsurfing, swim, and go dogsledding, which he does in Northern Minnesota most years.

Reviews

[Jami · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a cute book geared towards children. Even as an adult, I found the story charming….I love dogs, baseball and the Yankees, so this was a good read for me!

[Rachel Barnard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Full review to follow.

[Brian Lorelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun, engaging read, great for kids. I also found it fun to read as an adult. As someone who grew up with baseball always on my mind, this was a really fun read.

[Angie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Please make this book into a movie!

If you want a good, fun read, grab this book NOW! I cannot remember the last time I enjoyed reading a book as much as this one. How could I not? Everyone loves dogs and baseball!

Thank you Goodreads for the giveaway win!

[Alicia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. Fun to read. Enjoyable. Wholesome.