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denise (texas) I have poodles so naturally I fell in love with the series, I have every one except hounded to death, but I will find it one of these days. I am sorry to find the series finished thanks for the fun denise 2009-07-02 16:38:32 °946

Bob (Tucson, AZ) Comment by Laurie: "Hi Barbara: "I don't know if it would help if you wrote to my publisher or not, but I would be delighted and grateful if you and any of my other readers wanted to try." Hi Laurien, Tis I your "vehement" CAT person... who is also owned by a very DEVOUT Belgian Sheepdog. Now there's the ticket: Would you -- PRETTY PLEASE WITH SUGAR ON TOP -- please list your publisher's address so we CAN write him/her/them. I'm SURE Aunt Peg would have it no other way, nor doubt about the rightness of such an action.... Your "poor" publisher might get inundated by letters, but that's his/her/their problem. I can well imagine Aunt Peg saying,"Now, now Laurien, you just post your publishers address and leave the REST to your devoted READERS." Bob Tucson, AZ 2009-06-25 03:21:03 °944 Comment by Laurie: Bob, my publisher's address appears on the copyright page of each of my books. It's Kensington Publishing 119 W.40th Street New York, NY 10018 2009-06-25 14:46:10

Marcia Carter (Columbia City, IN) I did not realize that I started with the last of the series. I enjoyed it so much, I went back and read the rest. I was searching my favorite author's websites tonight looking for upcoming releases to request at my local library. I discovered that the Melanie Travis series had ended. I am saddened and disappointed, but I will keep an eye out for future work by you. You are a gifted writer. Thank you for these stories. I am owned by a little shih tzu named Oreo that is supposed to be my daughter's dog and two Siamese brats (no, I did not misspell cats), Hannah and Rosalie. 2009-06-24 22:46:08 °943 Comment by Laurie: Hi Marcia, Thank you so much and I'm sorry there won't be any more too. Fifteen seems like a pretty good run though. Give Orea (and the Siamese) a pat for me. :) 2009-06-25 14:42:30

Sandra (Texas) Hi Laurien, I too am so sorry that this series has ended. I discovered your books at the library several years ago. I'm a dog person so they just sort of jumped out at me. You have provided me endless hours of enjoyment and education. Since both of my dogs are Aussie mixes, I didn't know anything about dog shows, but you made it fascinating. Your characters are friends whom I will miss, but at least I can go back and revisit them. I'm looking forward to your new series. Maybe Melanie et al can visit your new characters. Thanks for everything, Sandra 2009-06-23 16:45:10 °942 Comment by Laurie: You're welcome--and thank you! Your heartfelt note has me sniffling as I write this. I'm so glad my characters came to feel like friends to you; I've felt the same way about them for years. :) 2009-06-25 14:39:03

Judy (Chattanooga, TN) I discovered your Melanie Travis series at the library one day when I went to find a "Cat Who..." book for my husband. He got addicted to those somehow, so I would go and pick one up for him from time to time. Once while there I spotted one of yours, and since I'm a dog lover, and NOT a cat lover, I took it home. I was hooked, and I've tried to get all of them since, without knowing that I would be getting in just as they were ending. I still haven't found all of them, and I'm trying to read them in order, so at least I'll enjoy them for a while. Thanks for a great series. 2009-06-23 15:25:09 °941 Comment by Laurie: Hi Judy, Nice to hear from you. I'm so glad that you discovered my books. Maybe your library could arrange an inter-library loan so that you could catch up on some of the earlier titles in the series? 2009-06-25 14:37:06

Alana Ross (Murrieta, CA) Hi Laurien (love your name!) I was just recently introduced to your Melanie books and promptly went out and purchased the first 8 books and read one book in about 1 day and 1/2! I am so sad to learn that the end of the series is here. I am getting my first SP on July 1st and can hardly wait! Do you own/show SP's? Thank you for sharing your very entertaining and knowledgeable series! Alana 2009-06-22 11:19:16 °940 Comment by Laurie: Hi Alana, I had Standard Poodles for about 10 years, then I downsized to Miniature Poodles which I have had for the last 20 years. Poodles of all sizes are wonderful (but Standards are really the best, LOL) Best of luck with your new puppy and I hope you have a great time in agility. That's something I've always wanted to do but I've just never had the opportunity. Poodles are so smart and so willing to please that I'm sure you'll have a ball. :) 2009-06-25 14:35:17

Emily (Michigan) I just found out that this series was ending, and was dumbfounded! I read the entire series in a two month period at the beginning of this school year, on top of all of my homework (staying up until 4:00am many times. I was HOOKED!).When I read the last book, Doggie Day Care, I was about to rush out to the book store to buy the next, but discovered that there wasn't another yet. I was so excited for the next one! I was hoping that maybe I could buy the next today (hoping it was out) and found out it was never coming out!! OH NO!! That was my response. lol. I hope you write another book soon, even if it is in a different series. I will buy it as soon as it comes out! In the meantime, I will just have to enjoy my two dogs. I have two lab mixes that I got from the pound... 11 years ago. 2009-06-21 11:39:42 °939 Comment by Laurie: Hi Emily, Nice to hear from you and I'm sorry to have disappointed you. At least you may be able to get more sleep now. ;) If I do start another series, I'll be sure to let everyone know. 2009-06-25 14:32:36

Jeanne (NJ) I'm very disappointed to know that there will not be any more Melanie Travis series. I've enjoyed them so much over the years -- have read them all! I accidentally got my first dog (Standard Poodle - Loretta) in 1997 when I was in my 40's - and was delightfully surprised at how wonderful our relationship became over the years. She was my best friend. We got Loretta as a retired champion -- and the books were a wonderful way to keep me connected to her world -- and were very enjoyable mysteries! Thank you! Jeanne 2009-06-17 06:12:24 °938 Comment by Laurie: I really appreciate the kind words, Jeanne! Sometimes I think it's hard for people who don't have Poodles to understand just what amazing companions they make. You're lucky to have one as a best friend. :) 2009-06-25 14:30:22

Martha (Upstate NY) I,too,am a fairly recent devotee,but as SPs were my first love (now whippets-so much less hair!) and a dog show person,I found the series wonderfully written,really enjoyable-and I'm NOT generally a MYSTERY fan! Going back to start from the 1st one now-Thanks,Laurien! 2009-06-14 15:01:28 °937 Comment by Laurie: You're very welcome, Martha! I hope you enjoy the rest of the series. 2009-06-25 14:28:06

Kathy Evans (USA) Hi Laurien, I too have enjoyed reading your books for years. We met once at our Poodle Club's specialty where you signed several of my books. I have just gotten the last book in the series and I will definitely miss reading about Melanie and her SP's. My poodles are involved in agility, obedience, rally and field tests. I had dreams of Melanie training her poodles to go back to their roots and hunt. I have a SP who has needed one major to finish for about a year (owner handled)and believe me, it is not a big leap to imagine cut throat handlers cogitating murder :-) I imagine you are resting and regrouping now that the series is over but wanted to know if you are planning on other literary endeavors. I'd like to continue reading your stuff even if it isn't about Melanie and the poodles. 2009-06-14 11:57:30 °936 Comment by Laurie: Hi Kathy, Great to hear from you! Owner-handling a Poodle is tough and I wish you all good luck with getting that last major. And I totally agree--it was never a leap for me to imagine dog shows leading to murder. ;) At the moment my future writing plans are up in the air, but I would like at some point to write a mystery set in the horseracing world. 2009-06-25 14:27:08

Helen (Canada) I also am so upset that the series will not be continued. It's been such a favorite of mine. I've been preordering the hardcopies for years, so it surprises me that the series wasn't doing well. Laurien you have really brought the caracters to life. The series will be missed. Helen 2009-06-13 19:17:22 °935 Comment by Laurie: Thank you so much. I really appreciate your kind words. 2009-06-24 11:08:18

Beverly (Schodack, NY) I just discovered your books in the library last month. I read Doggie Day Care Murder, not realizing that there was a whole series behind it. I have since gone on a hunt to buy the Melanie Travis series! They are wonderfully written and I truly enjoy them. I hope that you continue them for many years! 2009-06-09 15:01:35 °934 Comment by Laurie: Thank you for the compliments, Beverly. I'm glad you're enjoying the series. Unfortunately you are reading the last installment. The good news is that you have 14 others to catch up on. :) 2009-06-24 11:07:45

Barbara Murray (Newark, DE.) Since I just discovered your books, I am very unhappy that there will be no more wonderful books. Would it help if all you readers got together and wrote to the published to tell them how we feel and that we are ready to buy your books? I have told a number of people, who didn't know about you, to start reading them and they have. WE WANT MORE. 2009-06-04 17:29:13 °933 Comment by Laurie: Hi Barbara, I don't know if it would help if you wrote to my publisher or not, but I would be delighted and grateful if you and any of my other readers wanted to try. 2009-06-24 11:06:02

Sally (Slinger, Wisconsin) OMG, I can't believe the series is done. I have been a huge fan since stumbling across your books at the library about 10 years ago. I look forward to your new book every fall and will truely miss Melanie, Peg and all the others--they feel like family. Are you submitting the series to other publishers to possibly continue? 2009-06-02 17:14:16 °932 Comment by Laurie: Hi Sally, Nice to hear from you. No, I haven't submitted the books to other publishers. At the moment, the series seems to be finished. Thanks for your interest! 2009-06-24 11:03:58

Cynthia (Chatham, PA) I'm deeply disappointed that there won't be any more Melanie Travis books. I've enjoyed them over the years, almost as much as I enjoyed showing dogs (before getting laid off from my job of 27 years in 2007). Aunt Peg always reminded me of a combination of Annie Clark, Mrs Augie Four and Doris Wear. 2009-06-01 09:02:32 °931 Comment by Laurie: Hi Cynthia, Good call on the Aunt Peg characterization! One thing I always enjoyed about showing dogs was how many smart, strong, opinionated women the sport seems to attract. :) 2009-06-24 11:02:26

marathongamie (pleasanton, ca) FYI If you had followed the BBC series "As Time Goes By" shown on PBS, the main character Jean has a former sister-in-law, "Penny", that can be described as a copy of "Aunt Peg". She is quite tall and slim and has a personality as described in your series very much like her! 2009-05-31 19:46:51 °930 Comment by Laurie: I missed that. Thanks for the heads up! :) 2009-06-24 10:59:22

Marathongamie (Pleasanton, CA) How I came across you and your Melanie Travis family......went to the library and "accidentally" saw your 15th episode. It looked interesting....so I took it home and WOW! I could not stop. To fast forward I read all the remaining 14 books within the past 2 months. And now I have spent my fun money and ordered all your 15 copies from Amazon. I am going to wait until my memory fades from those stories I read and will reread them perhaps every decade or less. I am retired so hopefully my memeory will fade just as fast so I can enjoy the stories again. They were read out of order since the library has others who also enjoy your writings. I view your gifted writing as an adult Nancy Drew mysteries. Sixty years ago when I was into Nancy Drew I had the same intensity in reading then as I did with your books. I would like to win a lottery ticket so I can bypass your publisher and have you continue with the Melanie Travis Mysteries. BTY, I found "Hounded To Death" the funiest with Aunt Peg's activities. For me during the readings my mind is in a visual mode as if I am seeing rather than reading it!! Thank you...........I wish for more.... 2009-05-28 19:14:03 °929 Comment by Laurie: LOL! I, too, have reached the age where it's possible to go back and re-read former favorite books without remembering too much of the plot in advance. I hope you continue to enjoy the series for years to come! 2009-06-24 10:58:47

Jo (Glendale, AZ) I discovred this series in 2003/4 and it has cost me a small fortune. I've had wire fox terriers since 1982 but after understanding what the show were about from Melanie and Aunt Peg I began showing in 2004. It is addicting. I really enjoyed Aunt Peg becoming a judge and may want to go there too. Thanks for writing such educational fun! Aunt Jo 2009-05-26 19:29:41 °928 Comment by Laurie: Hi Aunt Jo, It's great to hear that my books introduced you to the dog show world. Back in the 1920s and 30s, my grandmother bred Wire Fox Terriers. Her kennel name was Invicta. She later became a judge for all the terrier breeds. I hope you follow in her footsteps. :) 2009-06-24 10:55:27

Bob (Tucson, AZ) I keep following you (I'm a devoted reader of yours), I think your "publisher" is NUTS (and yes you may tell him/her that). A writer like you comes along once every so many years. A writer who can turn out book after book, after book and have it SOLD OUT within a week has by no means "flattened out over time". Examples: Rita Mae Brown and Sneaky Pie Brown -- the Mrs. Murphy Mystery Series (published by Bantam); Shirley Rousseau Murphy -- Joe Grey Mystery Series (published by Avon); Carole Nelson Douglas -- The Midnight Louie Mystery Series (published by Forge); and let's not forget the Gran Dam of CAT Mysteries, Lillian Jackson Braun -- The Cat Who.... Mystery Series (published by Putnam).You are GIFT to Kensington Publishing. "Flattened out over time and they no longer justified...publishing (you)." -- Pishtu!!!! Now IF I were a MYSTERY WRITER my first book would be about a very, VERY GIFTED Mystery Writer, who either was gotten to by the AKC for revealing some of the goings on within the Dog show circuit (which the general public was not to know about) or whose publisher was gotten to by the same AKC officials for publishing said Gifted Mystery Writer's works of FICTION. ...but what do I know, I'm JUST one of THOUSANDS READERS of yours who truly APPRECIATES your books. "Flattened out over time" my foot!!! Your publishers are bunch of IDIOTS!!! Seriously you should consider writing the series and have it published by someone else -- I'm absolutely sure they would only be too glad to publish a mystery writer of your caliber. As for Kensington... NOT publishing you would be THEIR loss!!!! Sincerest and Best Wishes Always; Bob from Tucson, AZ 2009-05-24 01:56:44 °927 Comment by Laurie: Hi Bob, Thank you for your vehement support! I have to tell you though that my publisher is not nuts or ill-informed. It was the sales figures that had flattened out. There simply weren't enough people buying the books to justify them paying me at a rate that made it worthwhile for me to write them. Kensington is actually a terrific publisher and my editor there was wonderful. But unfortunately the series just didn't have enough fans to continue. 2009-06-24 10:52:24

Lisa Like everyone else here, I'm sorry to hear that this series has ended. I only recently discovered it and have read five of the books so far, am working on the others. At least I still have a bunch to look at. Since I love horse racing, I'll definitely check out anything you write in that area. 2009-05-14 17:02:55 °926 Comment by Laurie: Thanks, Lisa. I hope you continue to enjoy the series. :) 2009-06-24 10:48:05

Sunny (Red Lodge, Mt) I have shown standards for years (white) and enjoy your books a great deal. When I am finished they are passed arouund to other dog people to enjoy. Thanks for all the fun. 2009-05-13 16:41:14 °925 Comment by Laurie: Hi Sunny, You're very welcome and thanks for stopping by! 2009-06-24 10:47:15

Moira (Marina del Rey CA) Hi, Laurien - I recently discovered your books at the library, where I search for prolific mystery authors like yourself because it's fun to immerse myself in the universe created by a writer. Your books have given me a great deal of pleasure. I'm reading them in order, and you get better with every book. Totally hooked by now. Looking forward to your next series. It will be amazing because you're a gifted woman. Good luck and many blessings! 2009-05-03 15:30:23 °924 Comment by Laurie: Thanks so much Moira and good luck to you too! 2009-05-11 19:50:03

Rhonda Morris (Currituck, NC) A friend introduced me to your Melanie Travis series recently. I've nearly finished all of the books and am hungry for more. As a voracious reader, I really appreciate a prolific author. Keep them coming. We all miss Melanie when a new book isn't at the bedside. Thanks for a great series about my very favorite dogs (I have two). 2009-04-28 15:21:15 °923 Comment by Laurie: Hi Rhonda, I'm glad you discovered my series! If you've read the other messages you may already know that it ended with the 2008 book, DOGGIE DAY CARE MURDER. I'm sorry there won't be more for you to read. 2009-05-11 19:48:47

Bette (Fort Myers, Fl) Laurien, I just found your series at the library here and have already read 5 or 6 books in no particular order. It is terrific to read about a strong woman who is entertaining and intelligent. I have 2 Golden Retrievers so enjoy Berkeley as well as Faith, Eve and Tar. Please reconsider, they're already friends! 2009-04-27 19:06:30 °922 Comment by Laurie: Dear Bette, I'm so glad you think of my characters as friends! I'd be happy to reconsider, but the decision wasn't entirely mine to make. I hope you enjoy the remaining installments. :) 2009-05-11 19:46:49

Ruth Ann Reilly (Jefferson, GA) Dear Laurien, Thanks so much for the wonderful adventures. I will truly miss Melanie and all my other friends in the poodle world. I breed, train, and show bloodhounds myself, so all of the hair and grooming are foreign to me but, but I certainly do appreciate the way you give others a view into to "dog show world". I especially love the way you gently educate people about the importance of dog breeding and health issues. Teaching people to buy from a responsible breeder who CHIC certifies their dogs is a very important issue. As is letting people know that most responsible breederes aren't "in it for the money" they are only trying to improve the breed. Bless you in all your endevors. Sincerely, Ruth Ann Reilly 2009-04-21 09:14:46 °921 Comment by Laurie: Dear Ruth Ann, Thanks so much! Since you're from Georgia and you're also involved with Bloodhounds, I assume you're familiar with Virginia Lanier's wonderful series about search and rescue dogs? If not, start with the first, DEATH IN BLOODHOUND RED. It's a great read. :) 2009-05-11 19:44:55

Arlene (Yorba Linda, CA) Just like Uncle Max and Aunt Peg, my black standard had SA. I started with A Pedigree To Die For and read all the Melanie Travis series. I loved every book and was always on the "pre-order list" for your next novel. I will miss the poodle mysteries, but will look forward to reading your next literary venture! Thanks for the great entertainment! 2009-04-15 18:14:10 °920 Comment by Laurie: Thank you Arlene! I'm glad you enjoyed the series. :) 2009-05-11 19:41:56

bmntchr (alabama) I wasn't aware the series was ending. This is one of my favorite mystery series and I will miss it terribly! Out of curiosity, why is it ending? 2009-04-15 15:51:02 °919 Comment by Laurie: Unfortunately it's ending because sales of the books had flattened out over time and they no longer justified my publisher's commitment to the series. Publishing is like any other business, and the publishing houses have to go where the money is. Basically I just didn't hit enough bestseller lists. 2009-05-11 19:40:54

Tibbie (Finger Lakes area, NY) Oh PISH!!! I just started Hush Puppy, (I'm reading them in order) and went to your website see how many more books I need to get when I finish this one. I am heartbroken that I only will have nine more dog show mysteries to read! We have shown dogs of assorted breeds for 30 years & currently have 5 dogs of different breeds, (mostly retired show dogs that needed new homes.) I only recently started taking time for myself to read and started with the first 6 of your books that my daughter had read years ago & still has. As a retired groomer, my hands literally ache when I think about all the grooming the show poodles require! Except for our Border Terrier, all our dogs are wash & go breeds, so I have tremendous respect for the work you put into those poodle trims! Best of luck in your future adventures, I hope your first horse book breaks out of the gate as a winner! 2009-04-14 23:05:02 °918 Comment by Laurie: Thanks so much, Tibbie! Shades of Aunt Peg. Oh PISH is pretty much the way I feel about the series' demise too. 2009-05-11 19:37:50

Sharon (Anaheim, CA) Dear Laurien, Like so many others I came to this site to find out when the next installment of Melanie's life would be available. I've been reading about her since the beginning of the series and enjoying every book! I just wanted to say that the series will be so missed! It's so hard to let go of people you like! Best wishes on your next venture. Can't wait to read it! You have an addictive style of writing and I'm hooked! Maybe Melanie could make an appearance in a couple of years? Congratulations on a wonderful series. 2009-04-12 13:08:00 °917 Comment by Laurie: Dear Sharon, Thanks so much for your kind words! I think it would be great to an update installment on Melanie's life in a couple of years. I'll keep my fingers crossed that it happens. :) 2009-05-11 19:36:18

Bianca (Florida) Hi, I am 14 years old and I'm a big fan of yours. I love the Melanie books. Right now I finished reading Hair of the dog and already have Watchdog on hold on the library. I'm gonna miss reading new books. But, I just wanted to let you know that your work is really appreciated and that I can't wait to go to my first dog show. With no doubt, I'm going to watch the standard poodles first. 2009-04-09 14:36:16 °916 Comment by Laurie: Hi Bianca, Thanks so much for getting in touch! I'm glad you're enjoying the books and I hope you get to go to a dog show soon. Though the shows generally run all day, each breed has an assigned time. If you contact the kennel club that's hosting the show, they should be able to tell you when the Standard Poodles are in the ring. I hope you have fun! 2009-05-11 19:34:37

CJ (TX) I am so sorry to hear there will be no more books! I love this Series! Any Idea on what you will write next? 2009-04-09 11:38:25 °915 Comment by Laurie: Since I'm now primarily involved in Thoroughbred horse racing, I'm planning for my next book to be about that. But, to tell the truth, I've been a little slow getting started so it may be a while before anything's available. Thanks for asking! 2009-05-11 19:32:13

Charlene (Fort Myers Florida) I'm very sad to hear Melanie is hanging up her show lead. I have enjoyed her adventures and the insite into the inner workings of a dog show and judging has always been very true. Job well done! I show and breed Cesky Terriers and I would have loved to have seen Melanie get mixed up with some of the totally crazy things that happen in breed clubs that are working towards full recognition with AKC. Believe me, it can be real cut throat and the thought of "murder" would not be a surprise! Laurien if you ever think of going on with an "Aunt Peg" series this is something she would love to "sink her teeth in". Charlene 2009-04-02 08:46:37 °914 Comment by Laurie: Hi Charlene, That is a good idea. As you can probably imagine, I've heard some hair raising stories from the Border Collie and Jack Russell people. I hadn't quite thought of Melanie as "hanging up her show lead" but it's a very apt expression. Thanks! 2009-04-07 15:56:02

Marlene (Omaha NE.) I am so sad to know that the books are done, Melanie was like a driend & the dogs just plain wonderful. I rescue & foster dogs & just had the fun of fostering a standard poodle. She acted like Faith. Thanks for your wonderful books 2009-03-30 14:32:28 °913 Comment by Laurie: You're very welcome, Marlene. That's a wonderful thing that you do. Thank you for your compassion and hard work. 2009-04-07 15:53:44

Melanie Wardlow (Goose Creek, SC USA) Hi- I am a new fan. I am currently reading the book Underdog and I hope to get the other books. If this is true that the series is ending then maybe she could start another Dog themed one about pet dogs. Just a thought. 2009-03-29 15:21:13 °912 Comment by Laurie: Thanks for the idea, but after 15 years of dog themed books, I think it's probably time for me to head in another direction. I hope you enjoy the rest of the series! 2009-04-07 15:49:20

Dori (New Jersey) I am an aspiring mystery writer and your books are among my favorites. It is disheartening to know that an established writer like yourself can have the rug pulled out from under her. Can you go to another publisher? 2009-03-27 08:32:19 °911 Comment by Laurie: Hi Dori, As you'll probably learn--though I hope you don't have to--publishing is a tough, tough business. The marketplace is extrememly competitive and there always seems to be someone newer/younger/better nipping at your heels. Publishers (and authors) live and die by sales figures. Unfortunately it's not enough to have a fan base; these days a writer really needs to have breakout potential. Thanks for your support and good luck with your writing! 2009-04-07 15:48:00

Cyndi (Massachusetts) How about an electronic only series? No cost to publish that? Could be accessible online, kindle, pda. Then we could keep going with our friends in the show world... 2009-03-21 14:46:06 °910 Comment by Laurie: LOL, you must think I'm a lot more internet savvy than I really am! ;) 2009-04-07 15:44:04

Michele (Delavan, Wisconsin) I am sorry to hear the series is going to end, I have shown dogs for yrs. it was great reading about it BUT it will be great to read a horse series also since that is a love of mine too. Keep up the great job. Michele 2009-03-20 13:38:54 °909 Comment by Laurie: Thank you, Michele. Your kind words mean a great deal to me. 2009-04-07 15:43:08

Cheryl (Alaska) Well that's news I didn't want to here. Sorry the series is ending. Its really appreciated that you brought the show dog world with its realities to a book series. Others have tried and if they dont show and work dogs, they miss the mark. Maybe you can through us a bone some day....retired throughbreds or quarterhorses working as field trialers' mounts at a pointer field trial....horses, pointers, shotguns, money, birds, missed shots, pot shots....its a stray thought... 2009-03-13 23:31:40 °908 Comment by Laurie: Hi Cheryl, Thanks for the thought! Horses and dogs go together pretty naturally so maybe I'll be able to work it out. 2009-04-07 15:41:56

Sharon (Atlanta, GA) No more Melanie, Aunt Peg, and the gang adventures? Oh no!!! I found my first book a few years ago and after reading it rushed to the bookstore to buy as many as I could find. The ones I couldn't find, I ordered. Then I proceeded to read each one in order. I love them. I was just checking the website to see what was after Doggie Day Care when I saw that DDC is the last book. Laurien, thanks so much for the hours of entertainment. I wish you well in your new writing venture and I will be waiting to read your new book. In the meantime, I am going to start re-reading my books - in order! 2009-03-07 17:03:10 °907 Comment by Laurie: Thank you so much, and happy rereading! :) 2009-04-07 15:40:46

Laurie (Denver, CO) Dear Laurien - I am COMPLETELY devestated that the series has ended. You brought an enormous amount of joy to my life, and it appears many other lives, with your books. This makes me treasure my hard copies of your stories even more than I already did. Thank you so much for your hard work and dedication to something that I always looked forward to reading. I await your next book on horseracing with great anticipation! You are a major talent, Laurien. Don't let anyone ever tell you anything different. :-) 2009-03-06 10:03:51 °906 Comment by Laurie: Dear Laurie, What a lovely vote of confidence--and as it happens, it's coming at just the right time. You have no idea how much pleasure it gives me to know how many readers really enjoyed the work that I put into the series. 2009-04-07 15:40:06

joann (michigan) I found your Melanie Travis series shortly after I got my first standard poodle 2 1/2 years ago; I now have 2 standards and have enjoyed your series but can understand that it's time to move on. Thanks for a fun series of books. 2009-03-02 19:41:56 °905 Comment by Laurie: You're very welcome. Thanks for stopping by. 2009-04-07 15:38:12

Leslie (New York) Dear Laurie, I, too, am so sorry to hear that the series is ending. I actually put off reading Doggie Day Care until now, knowing it was the last one. It was terrific, as usual. I'd also like to join everyone else in thanking you for the many hours of reading pleasure you've given us over the past 15 years. Personally, I never get tired of reading my favorite books over and over at set intervals, so I'll continue to have a blast with Melanie and company for years to come. Horse books? Bring 'em on!! I can't wait! I love horses, too. Just stick a loyal dog or two or three (any style) in there for old times sake. I'll look forward to anything you dream up. Leslie 2009-03-01 15:09:30 °904 Comment by Laurie: Dear Leslie, Thanks so much for the kind words! Like you, I always reread my favorite books--so it's nice to know that you'll be revisiting the series over the years to come. :) 2009-04-07 15:37:46

Juliet (Australia) Dear Laurien, thank you so much for introducing me to poodles and your wonderful characters. Like others, I discovered your books after a very bad car accident in Sept 05, I couldn't sleep because of pain and I read all 12 during those months. After the first book I found a st poodle breader and Scooter was born on the 9th Oct. She arrived in December and changed my life. She is my sentinel, my Faith. She has brought more joy into my life than I can explain. She woudn't be a part of my life without you. I wish you the best of luck in the future, I am truly saddened to close the last Melanie book. Thank you again, Juliet and Scooter 2009-03-01 08:24:45 °903 Comment by Laurie: Dear Juliet (and Scooter) What a lovely note! I'm thrilled to know that I played a small part in your adding Scooter to your family and I wish you many, many happy years together. 2009-04-07 15:35:33

Paulette (Ohio) I bought all of your books in hardbound for my best friend's Christmas gift---it was quite a challenge to locate them all. We will be sad that the series is ending but will be pleased to start your next series. We are also both owner's of (2) Standard Poodles each! 2009-02-17 14:34:26 °902 Comment by Laurie: Hi Paulette, How lucky you and your friend are to be the owners of 2 Standard Poodles each. (Doesn't that sound like something Aunt Peg would say? lol) Finding the older books in hardcover IS quite a challenge. I'm glad you were able to accomplish it. 2009-04-07 15:33:18

Eileen S (Simi Valley, CA) I was at the library and found your book Chow Down. I'm hooked! I came here to your website and found all the titles in the series and then found out the series is ended. I'm so sad. But I am very happy to hear you are starting a series about horses. I love animals. I have two cattle dogs and I also foster dogs for a local rescue. I also have horses - four of them. 2009-02-16 23:51:46 °901 Comment by Laurie: Thanks for stopping by my website, Eileen. I'm glad you discovered my books! :) 2009-04-07 15:30:39

Bea (Ga.) I watched a dog show earlier this week and recognzied more of the wording abt it. Is there one more Melanie Travis book or is the Doggie daycare one it? (I came late to the series via the Jingle Bell Bark one and have gone back to read in sequence.) 2009-02-07 20:25:34 °900 Comment by Laurie: Hi Bea, Actually there are 15 books in the series. DOGGIE DAYCARE MURDER is the 15th, and last. If you check out the link on the website "About The Books" you can read about the other titles in the series. I hope you'll check them out. 2009-02-16 17:05:10

Mary (illinois) I am sorry to hear the series ending. I have read all of the books this winter, and not only love the mystery part, but all the story lines. Thank you for explaining all aspects of the dog show world, I have always had a interest but found it confusing. I look forward to your next series as horseracing is also a fasinating sport. 2009-02-07 09:41:02 °899 Comment by Laurie: Hi Mary, Yes, horse racing is fascinating. It will be fun (I hope) to have a new sport to explore. :) 2009-02-16 17:02:27

Diane (Kent Island, Maryland US) I am sorry the series is ending. I've enjoyed all of your books and have reread them many times. You are a gifted writer and I will definitely watch for your new series. 2009-02-06 14:56:47 °898 Comment by Laurie: Thank you so much, Diane. 2009-02-16 17:01:39

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