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Meli (NY) hi!! I absolutely love your books! I have been following them for years! When will the next book be coming out? We've been holding this cliff-hanger for two years... please let it be soon :) 2010-07-27 23:12:49 °1037

Teddy (Texas) Love your books! When will a new book be out? I have all of them about Melanie. I have had many dogs, none at this time. My last was a Carin Terrier who wore me out. I hope to get another dog, maybe a lab. We had a poodle when the kids were young, a stray. Very smart. 2010-07-27 19:21:12 °1036

Mary (Mesa, AZ) I really love your Melanie Travis mysteries and am eagerly awaiting the release of your next book. Do you know what the title of it will be and when it will be released? I am the owner of a 13 year old German Shepherd mix Female dog. She is very sweet and devoted and protective. She sadly has hip dysplasia for which we give her medication. She is a very sweet dog and has a wonderful temperament. She always amazes me with how intelligent and sweet she is. 2010-06-25 18:15:54 °1035

Rosemary (Texas) Well, Ilka and I had our first class of doggy school last night, and I have discovered that I don't have enough hands. Between holding on to the leash, the treats, and the clicker, it is harder than it looks. Ilka was not the best dog in the class, but at least she didn't try to attack anyone. She does have some agression issues, but I can't figure out exactly what sets her off. Yesterday morning, she growled and lunged at a pit bull puppy that barked at us from behind a fence, but didn't even bat an eye at the three adult pit bulls that were barking and jumping on chains in an unfenced yard. Most of the time, she is fine with people, but occaisionally she barks and/or growls at them. She does usually have a pretty good "Watch Me", and "Sit", so we weren't total dunces last night. We are also working on "Leave It", but she keeps licking my hand to get the treat, and I hate to be licked. There is something in dog saliva that gives me a rash. That is one command that I hope she learns sooner, rather than later. Oh, and on top of the sarcoptic mange we treated, she also has demodectic mange. She has had two treatments already, and at least four more to go. I got suspicious when her skin didn't clear up all the way, and her coat was still too thin and patchy. I had a Doberman mix that had demodex, so I had the vet retest, and sure enough, they found it. Not counting food, supplies, and the training class, I think that I've already spent around $500 on my "free" puppy. In addition to the next four Mitaban dips, she still needs one more set of shots, and to be spayed. Oh, the joys of pet ownership. 2010-06-18 22:50:47 °1034

Rosemary (Texas) Well, it seems that I have a new puppy after all. Just not a Standard Poodle, Doberman Pinscher, Ibizan Hound, or any other breed that I admire and would like to have. The best we can figure out is Labrador Retreiver, maybe Border Collie, a touch of Ameican Pit Bull Terrier, with possibly just a dash of German Sheperd. Whatever she is, she is cute and friendly. And also mangy. She is being treated, but I think that I have picked it up in spite of dilligent hand washing, so I need to call my doctor. My other dog (Lucky) is going to the vet this Friday, when Ilka (new puppy) goes back to be rechecked. If she was a dog I had paid money to someone for, rather than the abandoned stray she was (I have had an ad out, but nobody has claimed her), I would be upset. Speaking of paying money for dogs, I can't believe how many ads there are on our community website for "registered" mixed breed dogs that people want hundreds if not thousands of dollars for. When I started seeing ads for CKC registered dogs a few years ago, I was wondering why all these dogs registered in Canada were for sale down here. Then somebody told me it was the Continental Kennel Club, which has even looser standards then the AKC when it comes to issuing papers, because they evidently will register anything that barks. At least the AKC insists that both parents be registered as the same breed. I think some of these people breed these dogs just to come up with some cutesy name like Yorkeltie (Yorkie/Sheltie cross) or Frenchton (French Bulldog/Boston Terrier mix). What do you think? 2010-04-27 23:53:08 °1033

Salli Buttles (Clifton Park, NY) No, no, no......I was just getting together my summer reading books and decided to check on my favorite series/author for the nest book. How sad,,,my late husband was the original "Dog Whisperer"...he was a magnet for lost dogs and strays. Reading your series has been a trip down memory lane with him.....Will just have to start over and re-read as I have them all. God bless you and I'll be praying that something will happen to continue your wonderful series and talent. Thanks so much for giving me hours of pleasure. 2010-04-20 16:06:38 °1032

Darla (Ca) Hi , Me. Berenson, I've just discovered your Melanie Traavis Mystery books. I have found 12 so far, but seem to have at least 3 missing. Underdog, Dog eat Dog,& Hair of the Dog. Do you knoe where these can be found? I've gotten them all from Amazon, but they don't seem to have these. Also, are ther more then 15 boks?? Thanks Darla 2010-04-16 16:37:24 °1031

Cyndy (Cape Girardeau, MO) Please allow me to praise your work. It is a pleasure to savor Doggie Day Care Murder. I have completed your series now. Sadly, might I suggest a blog or pubilshing thru google? Thank you for all the Joy you have personally provided me. In admiration, Cyndy Hartline 2010-04-16 14:17:41 °1030

Marci (Loma. CO) You are my favorite..NO NO YOU CAN'T QUIT! Surely there is another publisher. I am an avid dog show competitor, owning several top winning dogs, your books keep me at the show when I must be home. You are superb!! 2010-04-11 14:12:56 °1029

KC Carroll (Tacoma, WA) Have loved your bokks since the begining, got me going to dog shows! Will miss you, a curse on the publisher who dropped you! Thanks for the wonderful mysteries! 2010-04-11 07:11:02 °1028

Marilyn (Colorado) I was on your website looking for your next Melanie Travis book...only to be quite disappointed in the news that the series has ended. 2010-03-29 22:56:20 °1027

Marti (Versailles) I am not being critical, but want to point out that by getting the books at the library and used book stores, the author is not getting the sales she needs to convince the publisher how popular the books are. I do know with the economy that it is hard to find money for new hardcover books. But just wanted to point that out. I am not an acquaintance of the author tho we happen to live in the same town--I am just disappointed there won't be any more Dog books--which I loved. 2010-03-23 23:16:54 °1026

Redd (Michigan) I to just found your books at the library, only to find out there won't be any more. I don't show dogs any more and found that I could get my show groove on through U. 2010-03-22 15:00:36 °1025

Rosemary (Texas) Well, I guess that the people advertising Standard Poodle puppies on our local community website didn't want to sell me a puppy. They never responded to my email asking about health testing on the parents. It's too bad, especially as they had chocolate browns, my favorite color, and the price was something I could afford. Oh well, it's not like I really need another commitment. Eight cats (one of them a 16 year old geriatric case), a dog, a bird and two autistic kids is enough for now. I've enjoyed your books over the years, and think it is a shame you have decided to quit writing them. 2010-03-21 21:57:42 °1024

Christine P. (New Cumberland, PA) I JUST found this series in the library in which I work. I was so excited - for me, it's like finding the Cat Who's for DOG people! I've only read one so far but look forward to reading the rest! I play agility and flyball with my dogs and teach agility on weekends at a training center in Carlisle. I love mysteries and I love dogs and it's great to read fiction that captures both! Kudos to you and thank you! 2010-03-09 06:54:34 °1023

Sharon Clarke (Georgia) I just found your Melanie series and have read all in my branch and asked for all in the rest of our library system except Dog Eat Dog -which they do not seem to have-I'll try the used book store for that. I love the series - have had toy and miniature poodles and now have a Dachshund puppy - we are going to obedience school soon. Please find another publisher and keep writing your series. Thanks for many hours of pleasure. 2010-03-04 16:13:50 °1022

Cynthia (Chatham, PA) Have you ever considered writing a children's book about Davey's adventures as a junior handler? I miss Melanie et al so much. 2010-03-01 06:51:00 °1021

Dee (Ohio) Chalk me up as another very disappointed reader. I've enjoyed the Melanie Travis series since the first book and I look forward every year to a new one. I hate that Kensington is dropping your series. It seems that so many of my favorite series are being dropped, either by the publisher or because the writer decided to stop. I'm with the earlier poster re ghost series (and also Vampire, Werewolf, Witch, etc.). Can't stand them. I like the cozy mysteries. I've particularly enjoyed yours because I breed and show cats, and I find it funny how much the Cat and Dog Fancies are alike. I see so many of my fellow cat fanciers in your dog fanciers. I hope that you find a new publisher or decide, as another poster suggested, to self-publish as e-books. In the meantime, thank you for many hours of reading pleasure. 2010-02-28 16:27:27 °1020

Heather W (Virginia) I started following the Melanie Travis series years ago with the first book. Now, my fourteen year old daughter reads them too. We own every one of them. I truly hope there will be more. I go back and re-read them whenever I need to take my mind of things. Thanks for being so clever. 2010-02-23 20:04:19 °1019

Anna L (Nevada) I am sorry to hear your series have ended (as least for now, as I never say never). I am not a dog person (the closest I have come to a pet was when I travelled through Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Idaho, Utah and back to Nevada with a tomato plant in a pot a couple of years ago), but I have really enjoyed the series. I wish you the best in whatever you do next. 2010-02-16 18:30:34 °1018

Sarah (Chicago) Dear Laurien (I hope you don't mind my familiarity), I want to thank you, so much, for the wonderful Melanie Travis mysteries. I eagerly await whatever you write next! (maybe it will be about bichons!?! ;) thank you, Sarah 2010-02-14 17:06:15 °1017

Gabi (Colorado Springs, CO) OH NO! I just visited your website to find out when #16 of the Melanie Travis series will be published. I was very surprised and saddened to read that you have decided not to continue this wonderful series. As a dog lover (we have two rescue dogs in our household), I have thoroughly enjoyed every single book; I appreciate how you accurately capture the personalities of the different breeds. I do hope you can and will reconsider this decision. It would be a great loss not to see this great series continued. 2010-02-14 13:59:27 °1016

June (Merritt BC) Dear Ms Berenson, I just found out tonight that there will not be anymore books in the Melanie Travis mystery series. Like many of the people who have written posts, I've been eagerly awaiting your new book. As a standard poodle lover who has two gorgeous standard poodles, I am saddened by the loss of further "tails" of Melanie, Davey, Faith, Eve, Sam, et al. Your books have brought me joy. Having an author who truly understands the poodle "personality" is rare. You have many fans of this series. Hopefully you and another publishler will click and there will be further Melanie Travis mysteries in the (near) future. Thank you for writing such wonderful mysteries featuring standard poodles. Good luck in all your future endeavours. 2010-02-12 22:20:09 °1015

Regina Williams (Durham, NC) My heart is broken to read that Doggie Daycare is the last book and there will be no more Melaine Traver's mysteries! I love this series and have read every book in the series. I do hope you are picked up by another publisher soon and we will once again Melanie & Aunt Peg along with the rest of the crew! 2010-02-12 15:22:26 °1014

RoslynM (Vancouver, Canada) So disappointed to learn some months back that there would be no more "Melanie" with her poodle entourage. Read most of the series but the library didn't purchase several titles ...everyone's loss! I didn't know about your publisher. I'm sure as other readers have said that there is someone out there; some authors self-publish! Good Luck! 2010-02-11 14:02:19 °1013

Valyrie (South Carolina) Gee, Like the others I came to find out about your new book. And I just sent the 1st one to a friend to get her started on the series. As a librarian, I know that publishers are "hard" on authors. Wish that I had let you know earlier how much I enjoyed your books. You almost make me want to have a standard poodle (my Golden, Collie, & Sheltie disagree). Thank you for giving much pleasure & may your future endeavors be fruitful. 2010-02-08 12:00:35 °1012

Ann Baumgardt (Scotts Mills, OR) Hi Laurien: I'm sure you hear this a lot, but I've thoroughly enjoyed your Melanie Travis mysteries. When I read about the poodles and their charming antics, they make me think of a canine cross between a black lab and a golden retriever. The big poodle seems to have the gentle sweetness & slight goofiness of the golden combined with the active and fun loving (and sometimes hyperactive) black lab. 2010-02-08 01:04:27 °1011

Terri M (Watertown, SD) I too am disappointed, but I am sure you have your reasons for not continuing the Melanie Travis series. I do have them all and now my 15 year old daughter is reading them. We both show dogs in conformation and we felt a kindred spirit with you or should I say Melanie!!! Good Luck in your endeavors. Thanks for all the great books! 2010-02-04 14:58:29 °1010

Tammy (Michigan) Oh Laurien, I'm so disappointed. I got several of your books for Christmas and am hooked. My husband and I have been showing dogs for years, each and every character in your books relates to someone we've either met or heard stories about. Aunt Peg IS my mother in law, who passed away a few years ago. The only difference is that she had Miniature Poodles and wasn't a judge. Please reconsider, these mysteries were wonderful. Tammy 2010-02-01 16:54:53 °1009

Debbie W (Indiana) I am so disappointed that from I have read that there will not be another Melanie Travis book. I have read all of them and anxiously looked forward to the next. I was there with Melanie in life, love and danger and not many authors can create that in their writings. A very sad day........ 2010-01-24 00:37:56 °1008

Teresa (Ponca City,Okla) NOOO tell me it is not so. I came here to find out the title of the next book and when it would be released. I started with the first book and inter library loaned as our local library is small. To be able to read all the books in the series. I am sad this day. Seems like I lost part of my family. 2010-01-22 00:53:27 °1007

Kim (Snyder, NY) From the various posts I've read, it seems that you have a lot more Melanie Travis tales (or is it tails?)to tell. Even though Kensington has said "no, thank you", there are many small publishing houses that would probably pounce on the opportunity. I know that Amazon.com does advance sales. If you could find a small publisher and a number of us pre-paid for a book(s), would it be a viable entity then? My black standard sits with me while I read your books and gives that tilted poodle-head look when I quote some lines. Please don't disappoint Abrakadabra; creativity is what's called for and I'm willing to lend a hand wherever necessary to keep Melanie sleuthing. Davey's career is just starting! Thanks! 2010-01-20 16:55:50 °1006

Kathy (Binghamton, NY) I cannot believe that Doggy Day Care ends the Melanie Travis series. I loved these books and have every one of them. Best of luck to you in whatever your next endeavor will be. 2010-01-13 16:50:07 °1005

Danita (Georgia) Dear Laurien, I was very saddened to read that you will no longer be writing the Melanie Travis mysteries! I first began reading your books in 2005...I was going through a very tough time with my health and was very depressed. Your books took my mind off of my problems and brought me much happiness and joy. I anxiously awaited each new book and my library now includes all the Melanie Travis mysteries, in hardback. Your books will be greatly missed! Much luck to you in your future endeavors! 2010-01-06 09:33:38 °1004

Linda (Bakersfield, Ca.) I am disappointed that there will be no more books. I am a special ed teacher and train and show dogs on the weekends in obed. rally, and agility. I really connected with Melanie. I take your books to dog shows to read while waiting for my class to start. I guess I will start reading the whole series over again. One more book would be great. 2010-01-01 13:56:22 °1003

Barbara (Michigan) What an absolute shame the Melanie Travis series has ended. Yes, I also went to the website to see when the next book would be released. Please know that I have enjoyed each and every book. 2009-12-29 11:53:18 °1002

Chris (Northern KY) Hi, I wrote you a while ago. Very sad you are not continueing the sereies. Last night while at the library I found another myetery writer and there is a dog in the story. The dog is actually telling the story. Spencer Quinn is the Author. Dog On It is the title. Hsve read this yet? Very funny from the dgos point of view. I lost my male greyhound in April and adopted a little female to go with my older female greyhound. She is a pistol. Road Sound Belle was her racing name. Take care. 2009-12-17 12:32:26 °1001

Sharon (Canberra Australia) Hi Laurien, i am very sad to hear that I and my friends in Australia wont have the joy of reading your books anymore. My fellow poodle lovers were thrilled to discover your book featuring the standard poodles. I lost my beloved black standard poodle 3 months ago, she was 15, the lady that breed her is just like Aunt Peg.I feel a strange connection to your characters and the love of the poodle. All the people at our club 'Oodles of Poodles'will really miss your wonderful books. best wishes Sharon i 2009-11-29 06:02:03 °1000

Stephanie (NJ) Hi Laurien. I'm so sorry to hear that the Melanie books are ending. A friend Saundra and I share books and were eagerly awaiting the next Poodle book. You are a wonderful author, and we will miss Melanie, Aunt Peg, Faith and Eve and 'the gang'. I don't know if you are willing to continue the series, but if so here's hoping the publishers will support that as much as your faithful (pun intended) readers would. Wishing you all the best. 2009-11-22 13:10:47 °999

Debby (Connecticut) Laurien, I would just like to tell you that I work in a used bookstore and mysteries, especially cozies are the biggest sellers lately. People are getting tired of all the blood and violence in the thriller/mysteries and are turning to your kind of books. Your publishers must not be looking at the reading base of those over 35. We can't keep your books in stock! Good luck. 2009-11-15 20:06:18 °998

Susan (Singapore) Hi Laurien, So sorry to hear that Doggy Daycare will be your last in the series. I've read all the books in the series and always look forward to the next. Hope you get a new publisher soon. Can't wait to read more about your doggy tales. What about writing online for a subscription instead? Dog-lovers and dog owners like me would surely love to continue reading your books, in whatever form they come in. 2009-11-12 09:11:33 °997

Stacey Both (Warrenton, VA) For the last several years, I have begun my September with a new book from Laurien Berenson. Even when I was a poor grad student, it was a priority to buy these books - in hardcover. After 8 weeks of checking Amazon.com and Borders, I arrived here to read the sad news. I will also write the publisher. 2009-11-05 17:33:57 °996

Lauren (Allentown, PA) The first book I've read of yours is Doggie Day Care Murder and I loved it so much that I have to go back and read from the very beginning. I hope that I can get them all but they are really good and easy to read. My husband calls them teenager books but sometimes you just want an easy read on a nice rainy day and since I'm a dog lover and I fell in love with the characters. Thank you for being you and keep up the good work. 2009-10-29 09:38:08 °995

Kathleen (Sacto, CA) This news is just so disappointing. Would Kennsington consider passing on the hardbacks & go right to paperback if money is the issue? It's certainly not the quality of writing, it's the lack of advertising of how enjoyable this series is! The reviews are always complimentary so I'm baffled. I just picked up Doggie Day Care yesterday and knowing this is the last entry puts such a damper on the joy I get from catching up with the characters that have become friends. I wish nothing but the best for Laurien and hope she can get another publisher so she won't stop writing. 2009-10-28 21:36:41 °994

Donna L (Hughesville, MD) Hi Laurien, I am another sad, disappointed reader. I just came to the website to find out when the next book would be out, only to discover there would be no more.......for right now? I say, hopefully!? Your characters were so well written, I'm sure you had outlines for books in the future, and as more of your fans find out the bad news, maybe your publisher .....or another smart publisher will pick Melanie, Sam, Aunt Peg, Faith and the rest up so we can enjoy their further adventures!!! I haved loved your books, and your writing style for years. I loved being able to trade notes with you back on the old AOL message board you had. I will certainly write your publisher, and I'm sure others will as well. Please know that I appreciate SO MUCH all the hard work and time you have spent bringing these wonderful characters to life. I hope we hear from them again soon! Smiles and hugs, Donna L. Hughesville, MD 2009-10-21 15:14:23 °993

Jeanne (New Jersey) This is my second post.....but I keep coming back every few weeks hoping that news of more upcoming Melanie Travis books will be on the way. I looked forward to them very much. I'm hooked on standards -- I just love them. I am 55 and never grew up with dogs. I got my first standard in '97 and was hooked. I was devasted when I she was gone -- but so grateful to a breeder-friend who gave us a five year old that needed a home. A perfect match -- I need her and she needed me -- I call her my velcro dog -- goes with me where-ever I go. The Melanie Travis books were really fun and interesting to read - and I loved following the characters from book to book. I will miss them -- I may have to start re-reading them.....but will definitely keep coming back to the website hoping for more. I think the e-book idea is great! ... and contacting the publisher may help too. Didn't they bring back "Murder She Wrote" after getting flooded with fan-mail? Good luck to you -- and thanks for a great series! 2009-10-20 01:56:45 °992

tian (texas) Dear Laurien, What is your "day job"? I hope it is fun for you. I just read these posts about there being no more M.Travis books. I am so disappointed, as are your other fans. I loved reading your books and always think of your books when I watch the dog shows on t.v... 2009-10-19 19:56:14 °991

LAURIEN BERENSON Hi Everyone, As you may have been able to tell by my recent silence, my "day job" has been keeping me very busy. But please know that even though I don't have time to write individual replies, I am reading--and enjoying--each and every one of your posts. Thank you so much for all your kind wishes and support. You have no idea how wonderful it makes me feel to know that you enjoyed my Melanie Travis books so much. Laurie 2009-10-16 22:06:42 °990

Carol (Tucson, AZ) Hi Laurien, I guess the old adage about all good things coming to an end is true. I think its unfortunate because I found your books interesting, entertaining and extremely accurate when it came to describing dog shows and dog show people. okay... that aside... I was hoping that you or one of your other posters could help me with some advice. About a month ago I adopted an 18 month old black standard poodle named Bailey. he came neutered. We got him from the poodle rescue in Phoenix AZ so not a lot is known about his breeding or his background. He's a great dog, intelligent, playful, affectionate relatively obedient... there is one thing though.. he was never house-trained in his previous home/homes. he is crate trained and never will mess in his crate... but I don't want a dog that spends his life locked up except when he is being walked. We have conquored his urinating in the house but pooping is still a problem. I have housetrained dozens of dogs over the years and I've never had such a problem. it seems like the instant he feels the urge he goes. I've caught him in the act several times and take him out promptly. I praise him when he does go outside but still once again this evening he pooped... right in front of me... any words of advice??? Please??? HELP!!!!!!!! 2009-10-13 01:31:49 °989

sablegsd (Nebraska) Noooo! I can't believe my favorite series is ending. I do hope that another publisher picks you up. It seems the "hot ticket" books now are ghost stories. I can't stand them. Even though I love all animals, I can't stand the talking cat type book either. You have given me hours of enjoyment over the years and I hope Melanie and the gang return. 2009-10-11 02:16:39 °988

Ginger (Rome, GA) Laurien, Have you thought of self publishing? Oh doing them as an ebook? I hate to see the end of one of my all time favorite characters ;( 2009-10-10 16:26:22 °987

mary miller (california) I can't believe there aren't any more Melanie books. I want to see Davey grow up and show dogs and I love Faith and Eve and Aunt Peg and Sam. I'm devastated!! 2009-10-04 10:51:08 °986

Valerie Taylor (Chattanooga, TN) I've been reading the poodle series since a gal at a recent AKC show told me about the books! I love them. I am on my 3rd book, and look forward to reading them all. I am a newbie to the dog show world. I would love to show confirmation, but know I don't have the time. So, I have very nice show quality poodles as pets. They (as I guess my hubby) are the light of my life. I could not live without a poodle! Thank you! 2009-09-29 19:47:43 °985

Ashley McConnell (Virginia) Melanie, I am so so sorry to see that Kensington has dropped your books. I'm another one who has them all in hardback, and I've been looking for the next one. I hope that even if the Melanie Travis books are on hiatus (I fiercely hope that's all it is!), you'll come up with another series idea. I'll bet Berkley Prime Crime would be interested in a kennel series...! Fingers very very firmly crossed for you. 2009-09-29 13:36:25 °984

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