CAMP NETGALLEY: Fancy Dogs by Tini Malina, translated by Tammi Reichel - REVIEW!

Hi there readers!

Welcome back to another day here at Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers. While they posts on my site are a little more scant this year, I'm much more active over on Instagram, so be sure to follow along for more adventures! That being said... today's post is a little HERE and a little there, but a whole lot of bookish fun! 

Have you heard of it?

Have you ever been?

Okay, so it's not a place you go, but a thing you do online with other bookish fans, and it totally rocks.  Here's the skinny from the source...

How to Participate in Camp NetGalley

July 13 – July 27

Select a Read Now book from the Camp NetGalley carousel. You must download the book before July 27.

July 28 – August 13

Read your selected book and begin to write your review. Use our review tips below for assistance!

August 13

Submit the review by this date to earn the 2026 Camp NetGalley badge for your NetGalley Profile.

SOUNDS FUN, RIGHT?

WELL, HERE'S MY FIRST TITLE TO KICK IT OFF BECAUSE I SERIOUSLY PLAN ON TRYING TO DO AT LEAST ONE, IF NOT TWO MORE!

Fancy Dogs

by

Tini Malina

Translated by Tammi Reichel

NorthSouth Books

Release Date: October 6th, 2026

This charming Picture Book for readers of all ages has appeal for dog lovers across the board... whether your pup is fancy or not! Through simple yet charming illustrations, and a limited, but bright color palette, this canine companion is brought to life in all the magical versions of himself. From prim and proper traffic stopper to shoe chewing mud puppy, it reminds us that EVERY pup has multiple sides to their spunk and spark which makes them truly AMAZING... and not unlike PEOPLE.

No pupper, nor human, is all one thing or another. We're multifaceted, layered, and always able to surprise. My Maddy is a sweetheart. She wears dresses and pj's, will politely alert when someone or something is at the door...BUT... she'll also roll in the grass if she finds a spot she especially loves regardless of her outfit, and chew and unattended cord (out of the blue... that's been in the same spot for 2 years 🙄).

The point is puppers (and people) and made up of all sorts of feelings, colors, and whatnot. Even the fancy pup likes to get out in the muck, while the outdoors loving pupper may be in love with a bath and a good snuggle. One must not judge purely on looks alone. You've got to give others a chance to truly SHINE 🌟 and show you their true rainbow 🌈 of colors because that's what makes them who they are, and THAT'S BEAUTIFUL, fancy or not.

Special thanks to NorthSouth Books, Inc for making this eARC available during the 2026 Camp NetGalley event. (THANKS) For more information on this title, be sure to stop by their site, or seek it out at your favorite online retailers for preorder in advance of its October 6th, 2026 book birthday!

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!

Happy BOOK BIRTHDAY to...WILLA AND THE WAY HOME by Jennifer Moorman, Illustrated by Julianne St. Claire - REVIEW!

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Today's the day!

WILLA AND THE WAY HOME by Jennifer Moorman, Illustrated by Julianne St. Claire, is NOW AVAILABLE for you and yours to make your own!

ABOUT THE BOOK...

Meet Willa-a wiggly, floppy-eared German shepherd puppy with paws the size of pancakes, a heart as big as her bark, and a knack for big adventures!

In this heartwarming dog picture book for kids ages 4-8, moving day takes a surprising turn when Willa chases a butterfly straight out of the backyard...and gets lost in her brand-new neighborhood. What follows is a puppy adventure story about bravery, friendship, and finding your way home.

With the help of Rudy the cardinal and Pumpkin the cat, Willa learns that being brave doesn't mean doing everything alone. Sometimes bravery means asking for help and trusting that friends will guide you back where you belong.

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This DARLING story filled to the brim with MAGICAL illustrations (seriously stunning!) introduces us to sweet little Willa as she makes herself at home with her forever family...but they are embarking on a new adventure with her when the unthinkable happens... she gets lost! 😔 What's a puppy to do? She learns quickly that even a scary situation can be made less so when you ASK for help, and make some new FRIENDS. 🧡 With a little help from above (high flying help!) and below (a striped fur friend in the making!), Willa is on her way to a sweet reunion indeed.

It's a tender tale with a guaranteed happy ending that let's little ones know we all need a little help from time to time and making friends can be as easy as taking that first step and saying hello, or in this case, can you help me! Readers will fall in love with this adorable pup and her new friends, and the gorgeous artwork will make your heart soar. A great add to any library for story time or bed time reading

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About the author...

Jennifer Moorman is a USA TODAY bestselling author known for her heart-forward stories filled with Southern charm, unforgettable characters, and a touch of everyday magic. Her novels include The Charmed Library, The Vanishing of Josephine Reynolds, The Magic All Around, and the beloved Mystic Water Series. Her creative work also includes folklore retellings and the Strawberry Shortcake children’s books.

When she’s not writing, you’ll likely find her testing a new recipe, chasing rainbows, or stargazing. Jennifer lives in a magic house in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Special thanks to author Jennifer Moorman for the eARC for review, and the chance to be a part of the Magical Readers team. (THANKS!) 🌼 Catch Willa's adventure, available now at your favorite online retailers! https://a.co/d/052CsoX9

For more info, click on over to Goodreads. 

Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!