Lucky Dog Comes Home -- John Spray, Hardcover

The story of one mailman, a few dogs, and the power to bring joy back to a grieving community--inspired by a celebrated WWII veteran. George lives a peaceful life on his family farm in Indiana until he is recruited for the US army for WWII. While George longed to go back home throughout the war, home is a very different place when he returns. His family farm has been sold and George must find a new job. Though he swore he would never wear a uniform again, George becomes a letter carrier. Then, something unexpected and miraculous happens--friendly neighborhood dogs begin following him on his daily route. As the parade of dogs quickly grows each day, so too does the joy spread in a community still healing from loss. John Spray's stepfather is the inspiration behind the character George, who was a celebrated WWII veteran and post-war letter carrier--loved by both the people and dogs in his small town, Lafayette, Indiana. Scot Ritchie illustrates with powerful depth and humor. .

Author: John Spray
Publisher: Pajama Press
Published: 11/04/2025
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781772783414
Audience: Ages 4-8

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 08/18/2025
Kirkus Reviews 09/01/2025