The Best Dog in the World Essays on Love

By: Alice Hoffman

Published by Scribner, 2026-03-10

<b><b>Fifteen beloved authors celebrate the life-changing bond with their canine companions in this heartwarming essay collection edited by <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author and lifelong dog lover Alice Hoffman.</b></b><br><br>Anyone who has ever been fortunate enough to share their life with a dog knows the experience is both profound and transformative. Here, in this charming collection of essays, fifteen celebrated authors share unforgettable tales of the dogs who left their pawprints on their hearts.<br> <br>With contributions from Chris Bohjalian, Roxane Gay, Emily Henry, Ann Leary, Tova Mirvis, Jodi Picoult, Elizabeth Strout, Amy Tan, Adriana Trigiani, Nick Trout, Laura Zigman, Bonnie Garmus, and Isabel Allende, <i>The Best Dog in the World </i>captures the full range of the canine-human connection, from the joy of welcoming a new puppy to the heartache of saying goodbye to a beloved friend.<br> <br>A love letter to the loyal companions who enrich our lives and teach us about empathy, joy, and unconditional love, this anthology is the perfect gift for dog lovers everywhere, offering a blend of laughter, tears, and inspiration that will resonate with anyone who has been fur-ever touched by the love of a dog.