A cosy, heartwarming Christmas read about the blossoming friendship between a young, lonely journalist, and an old woman who lives in a house teetering on the edge of the Devon cliffs, by the bestselling author of The Vets of Hope Green and The Petshop on Pennycombe Bay
Sheila Norton Books
This author focuses on heartwarming stories with animals at their core, bringing warmth and hope to readers. Her style is accessible, and her narratives, often from the perspective of animal protagonists, evoke a sense of closeness and understanding. Through her works, she explores themes of compassion and the connection between humans and animals. As a lifelong writer who now writes full-time, she pours passion into her work and a desire to connect with her readers.







A brand new cosy, wintery story set on Devon's beautiful coast, by beloved, award-winning author Sheila Norton
Charlie the Kitten Who Saved A Life
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Heartwarming and lovable, Charlie will squirm his way into your heart. Having just recovered from a debilitating illness, eleven-year-old Caroline isn't feeling her best, and the arrival of a new baby only makes her feel even more left out.
The Vets at Hope Green
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Sam has always dreamed of working with animals... But her receptionist job in a London vets is not hitting the spot. Unsure whether a busy city life is for her, she flees to her Nana Peggy's idyllic country village. But despite the rolling hills and its charming feel, life in Hope Green is far from peaceful.
Oliver the Cat Who Saved Christmas
- 322 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Set against a backdrop of Christmas, this heartfelt narrative weaves a moving tale that resonates with themes of hope and redemption. It features a bond between humans and animals, showcasing the transformative power of love and companionship during the holiday season. Ideal for readers who appreciated the emotional depth and uplifting spirit found in A Street Cat Named Bob, this book promises to inspire and warm the hearts of its audience.
The Lonely Hearts Dog Walkers
- 464 pages
- 17 hours of reading
Can Nicola find her happy furever after? After separating from her husband, newly single Nicola decides to move back home to Furzewell – although living with her six-year-old daughter, Mia, and her mum, Ros, is not the future she’d ever imagined for herself. Struggling to pick up the pieces, Ros suggests Nicola throw herself into village life. Things look to finally be on the up when Nicola gets a new job at the local school and also starts to make new friends, joining the Lonely Hearts Dog Walkers. But when the local playground is threatened by developers, the future begins to look more uncertain than ever. Can Nicola fight to protect her new community and find her happy furever after? A heartwarming and feel-good novel about love, friendship and community for fans of Lucy Diamond, Debbie Johnson and Lucy Dillon .
Can happiness be made in Devon?... After the sudden death of her estranged husband, Clare is shocked to discover she has inherited a dog and a small fortune. When Clare finds herself driving down a narrow road to the tiny village of Little Sorrell, she is met with distant, cold, and rude locals.
Oliver, il gatto che salvò il Natale
- 281 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Una storia tenera e commovente che ha conquistato i lettori La straordinaria favola del gattino dal grande cuore Oliver è un gatto timido e pigro e raramente si spinge fuori dal pub dove vive. Il suo mondo è tra quelle mura, le avventure non fanno per lui. Ma la sua vita è destinata a cambiare da un giorno all’altro, quando un incendio divampa nella cucina e costringe Oliver ad abbandonare la dimora tanto amata. È giunto il momento di affrontare un ambiente per lui sconosciuto. Eppure Oliver non ha grandi difficoltà a farsi amare dagli uomini, che si mostrano gentili e premurosi con lui. Un giorno però, tra i volti allegri di tanta gente, nota una ragazzina molto triste e sola. Ha bisogno di un amico, pensa Oliver. E visto che siamo vicini al Natale, perché non diventare il protagonista di un piccolo miracolo… La commovente storia del gattino dal grande cuore che ha conquistato i lettori di ogni età «L’ho letto nel periodo natalizio e mi ha subito scaldato il cuore.» «Una storia tenera, come lo sanno essere tutti gli animali che amiamo.» «Un libro che ha fatto commuovere sia me che mia figlia.» Sheila Norton Vive nell’Essex e ha iniziato a concentrarsi sulla scrittura dopo essere andata in pensione. I suoi romanzi più recenti sono pubblicati da Ebury (Penguin Random House) e sono storie che hanno come protagonisti gli animali.


