From Book 1: The Allen family loves their many pets, and they’re excited to adopt just one more—Henry, the bull-terrier. But why are dangerous men after him? He’s not telling, and the other pets must find out before someone in the family gets hurt!
“Witmer’s engaging characters retain all of their animal quirks, which makes The Strange New Dog an engaging page-turner. Young readers will feel like they know the Allen family pets and will be hungry for the next book in the Allen Family Mystery series. This is a fun read that your animal-loving young reader won’t be able to put down.”
Carolyn Leiloglou
“I loved this story and my kids did too. Like his other fiction, James D. Witmer has a knack for sweet, adventurous storytelling that any kid would enjoy. If you love animals, you’ll especially love this exciting tale! Bravo!”
S. D. Smith
“Who doesn’t love a good mystery? When the mystery takes place close to home, like classics like the Bobbsey Twins or Nate the Great, and the story is told with gentleness and skill, it’s more than likely going to be an instant winner with young readers. And The Strange New Dog is just such a story, the perfect book for youngsters to pick up and dive into, immediately connecting with the Allen Family pets (and their humans). Perfect for re-reads and read-alouds as well. Definitely a hit!”
Glenn McCarty
“Animal-loving readers will delight in following these furry friends as they sniff out a family mystery. Parents beware; if you don’t have a house full of pets, you just might find yourself plied with requests after kids read this story!”
Dorena Williamson
“Witmer writes in a fresh and whimsical voice that will keep younger children engaged, older children eager for more, and grown-ups smiling. A Nose for Trouble follows in the traditions of The Mouse and the Motorcycle and A Cricket in Times Square, and like these classics, its story and charming characters will endure in the minds of readers long after the mystery is solved.”
Kathryn Butler
“Pupster sleuth extraordinaire Kevin Maximus is back with A Nose for Trouble. After witnessing strange happenings on the front porch, Max and the Allen family menagerie must sniff out the mystery of the sinister shrinkifier! Witmer is at his best once again, spinning a fun and lovable tale the whole family is sure to enjoy.”
Scott James
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