MORE BOOK COVERS WITH CUTE ANIMALS ON THE COVER
Since I’m not one of the 99.9% of readers (and general population!) who loves animals, I have to admit, when it comes to cute animals in books, I don’t remember them well. I don’t think I’ve ever thought a book could be improved by an animal, and sometimes, though rarely, I even find the inclusion of a pet annoying. Most of the time though, they don’t bother me in the least. Today, instead of trying to recall cute animals in books, I’m going to feature books with animals on the cover. Just because.
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MORE BOOK COVERS WITH CUTE ANIMALS ON THE COVER. #BookList #TopTenList #Books Share on XI’ve already done this before, so the goal is always to find titles I didn’t feature last time. The books below are mostly classic children’s stories, but still, they are books with animals so I’m going to call this a win. These are the goals, so let’s see what we can find, shall we?
BOOKS with CUTE ANIMALS on the COVER
OVER EASY, PAMELA FORD
This one has a heroine who is a dog groomer plus dogs on the cover so I’m sure it’s all about cute animals, too. Goodreads
WATCHER in the PINEY WOODS, ELIZABETH MCDAVID JONES
Starting it off with, like I said, a children’s book! I read these AG mysteries quite a lot once upon a time. They were once some of my favorite reads, and while I didn’t double check, I think this is one I still own on a closet shelf with other childhood reads that gather dust. Goodreads
THE HORSE and HIS BOY, THE LAST BATTLE and THE LION, THE WITCH and the WARDROBE, C.S. LEWIS
These books have lots of fun and more importantly, funny animal characters. Mr. and Mrs. Beaver alone are worth enjoying these books! ‘Horse’ on Goodreads | ‘Last Battle’ on Goodreads | ‘Lion’ on Goodreads
THE SIREN of SUSEX, MIMI MATTHEWS
Everyone raves about Mimi’s historical novels but I haven’t read one. I did add this one to one of my book orders though so hopefully I’d enjoy. Goodreads
THE POKY LITTLE PUPPY
A childhood storybook, yes, but this is one I think I still have in a box of old books somewhere. It was a book read often given how “worn” my Golden book copy is. Goodreads
SOMEONE JUST LIKE YOU, MEREDITH SCHORR
Meredith’s books sound and look darling. There are all kinds of dogs on this cover so it’s quite fitting. Goodreads
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, FELICITY! and HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KIT! and HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MOLLY, VALERIE TRIPP
These books, and the many different books that go with them (in the series), were big in my childhood. I read these ALL the time, loved them, and still have them all because I haven’t thought about parting with them. Though I’m sure at some point I will. Until then, look at the cute animals on these three books! American Girl on Goodreads
BORROW my HEART, KASIE WEST
Look at all the dogs on this cover! Plus, it’s a Kasie West novel so I’m sure it’s a fun read. Goodreads
BY the SHORES of SILVER LAKE,FARMER BOY, and THE FIRST FOUR YEARS, LAURA INGALLS WILDER
I feel like animals do feature prominently in some of the Laura Ingalls Wilder books. Plus, who else things these books could have a resurgence because of the new series they’re making? Goodreads
Do you love books with animals? Do you think they always suit the story? Which ones have you read? What animal companions do you love? Comment your thoughts below.
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The Narnia books are a great choice. Totally agree about Mr and Mrs Beaver!
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I loved Mr. and Mrs. Beaver! They made me laugh every time. :)
Someone Just Like You is a fun read. Childhood best friends, turned enemies, who become lovers? And the whole family knew about their feelings for each other growing up? What’s not to love?
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The way you describe Someone Just Like You makes it sound so cute and fun! :)
It was a fun read.
What an interesting factoid about you. :) I’m glad you found a spin that works better for you.
I’m one of those rare people who doesn’t mind not having a pet. Odd since I grew up with dogs and always cats, too! But it works to feature animals on covers, so… that was fun. :)
I am 100% with you! I chose to feature unique animal encounters, and by doing that I was able to remember enough books to have a list (not necessarily 10). Have a great week!
That’s awesome, Cindy! As I put this together I did remember The Beavers from Narnia who I think are hilarious so maybe I could have thought of enough “moments” or characters to fit… but this worked too. ;)
For sure :)
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I love that Kasie West cover! Maybe because it has a Dalmation dog on it and my dog’s a Dalmation too :)
Aw, how fun! And I agree, Lindsey. That cover IS darling. :)
The only one I have read is The Siren of Sussex!
I haven’t read any of Mimi’s books, but I hope to enjoy it at some point. :)
Same. I’m not an animal HATER (contrary to my children’s beliefs), but I’m not a big animal lover either. I don’t seek out animal books. It doesn’t bother me when they’re included, either. I guess I’m kind of ambivalent about literary animals!
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I’d be the same, Susan. I did grow up with animals (my dad had outdoor dogs and we had cats), but I just didn’t become an adult who always wants a pet or “needs” one. I know some people find kids in books annoying, and sometimes that’s how I feel about animals. Still, I’ve read lots where they add a cute storyline, too. :)
Nice list! I love the covers you chose. I really enjoy animals in books, especially dogs. Here is our Top Ten Tuesday. Thank you!
Thanks! I thought there was some really fun/cute covers here. :)
The Poky Little Puppy was a favorite of mine when I was little. :)
Same here! It was well read at my house. :)