Bliss to You: Trixie's Guide to a Happy Life

Like Trixie's other books, it mixes good humor, a great canine perspective, and some real dog wisdom. Nothing earth-shattering - just good fun. And well worth the investment - nicely illustrated as well.

TRIXIE AND HER PARTNER DEAN KOONTZ HAVE PRODUCED A TRUE LEGACY OF THE DOG WITH A GREAT SOUL. TRIXIE CAME FROM CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE AND THESE DOGS ARE SPECIAL IN ALL WAYS. TRIXIE SPEAKS FOR ALL OF US. I HAVE GIVEN 12 COPIES OF THIS BOOK TO MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO TELL THEM HOW MUCH THEY MEAN TO ME AND TO WISH THEM "BLISS TO YOU."

If you are looking for a Dean Koontz thriller this isn't the book for you. However, if you are looking for a light read that will bring many smiles to your face...you've found the right book. If you don't like dogs you probably won't like this book.

I'm still smiling after completing this very uplifting little book. I read it to my daughter who is a great lover of all things comical. But I also read it for myself because I miss Trixie. Those of us who got reports about her antics via her dad's newsletters really fell in love with her. And we were saddened when she passed away. You can't keep a good dog from expressing herself, though, so Trixie is now sending us 'stay happy' messages full of commonsensical advice through her dad, Dean Koontz. Also, in keeping with her generous nature all proceeds will be donated to Canine Companions for Independence. My favorite line in the book is on page 68: "Dogs love to make fools of themselves. Join in. We won't tell anybody." Of course, humans are too uptight to let go and risk making fools of themselves. We worry about what others will think of us. I'm going to risk it now, though, and say: Keep sending us messages from the other side, Trixie. We need to be reminded that happiness is a choice and life is too short to be taken so seriously!

These books are the "best of Koontz". They provide a package that together provides an insight into Dean's inner self, documents the origin of a change in writing that I noticed since '98 and are perfect for holiday gifts for the persons that I treasure. The personal bonus for me was a response fron Dean when I wrote him. As I told him, : Trixie is my new Teacher".

Written by Trixie Koontz, the author's golden retriever, this book shares meaningful insights into life, and what's important in life. Trixie's steps to bliss are indeed true,and are written with humor from a dog's perspective. I highly recommend this book - I have already purchased another copy to give as a gift to a friend.

Anyone and everyone who loves dogs should read or listen to this book. I gave 5 for Christmas - and everyone loved it. We listened to the audio and wondered if it would be as good to read - but they said it is!

Total deviation from the books that Dean Koontz normally writes. Loved it!