LIFE IS GOOD Reviews

"People often say they wish they could have a dog's life, with nothing to do but play, eat and sleep. In this charming gift book, popular novelist Koontz channels his golden retriever, Trixie, a former Canine Companions for Independence service dog, to get her tips on the good life. In breathless, stylized dog grammar . . . Koontz advocates long naps, daydreaming and appreciating nature. . . . The book is laid out beautifully, with adorable pictures of Trixie. . . She ponders various "eternal mysteries" such as "did Shakespeare really write his plays himself or did his dog help?" She tells amusing stories and confides her fantasies, one being that a big rig carrying hot dogs will overturn: "I'm only dog for miles around, and same day Mom buys 20-gallon drum of mustard.". . . That all the book's proceeds will be donated to Canine Companions should give both dog lovers and Koontz fans extra incentive to add this endearing volume to their collections." — Publishers Weekly