Quigley Lopez trusts her Person. And her Person trusts her back. But when Quigley suddenly finds herself on the green and white ferry and then in hands of a doctor at the pet hospital, her trust is tested like never before. A finalist for the 2023 Chanticleer International Children's Book Award, Quigley Lopez, A Friend for Life, offers readers, young and old, a timeless lesson in what it means to love. Both gentle and kind, this is the first in a series of coming of age stories sure to warm the heart of anyone who has ever loved a dog and is destined to become a faithful companion for years to come.

Dave O'Hare grew up in Northern California and spent 40 years as an award-winning advertising writer and creative director. That's 280 years if he was a dog. So a book series, his first, about a dog makes perfect sense. And like Quigley, he now lives on an island off the coast of Washington with his wife. They've been married 217 years.

"As a parent who loves dogs, loves to read to young kids, and is himself a big kid at heart, I can guarantee you that Quigley Lopez will be a hit with young kids. The story is engaging and sweet, with subtle but important messages about friendship and trust. And the illustrations are a perfect match for the text, conveying the same warmth and positivity." — Reasoned Opinions, Amazon

"Oh my! Beautifully written and illustrated story of love. I cried! A few times. And it's a short book!" — Travelmaven, Goodreads

"A book for the young and those who want to recapture their childhood faith in others, Quigley Lopez is a gem." — Shari, Goodreads

"Something so simple as a great story, beautifully told and illustrated. You'll be touched and feel it well after reading. Clearly the author is steeped in his world of Lopez island and Quigley is a real and meaningful relationship. Given the commotion all around us, this is a moment of peace and tranquility!" — D.F., Amazon

"Mom and Dad, sit down with your kids, say hello to Quigley Lopez, and enjoy." — Mike, Goodreads