Straydog

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2002 ASPCA Henry Bergh Children’s Book Award
Kathe Koja’s novel, Straydog, is the story of Rachel, a high school student who doesn’t have many friends and feels frustrated most of the time. She enjoys spending her time volunteering at an animal shelter, where she meets and falls for a tough, stray collie named Grrl. As she writes about her relationship with Grrl, and develops a burgeoning friendship with a classmate named Griffin, Rachel unlocks her heart and makes way for love and self-acceptance. A story of letting go, this book provides an opportunity to discuss the humane treatment of animals and the importance of trust in all relationships.

Meet the Author
Kathe Koja lives near Detroit with her husband and their three cats. A longtime animal lover, she believes that you can learn everything you need to know about a person by watching the way he behaves with animals and children. She started her career by writing science fiction and short stories, but soon turned to novels for teenagers.

Kathe has published several books for young adults, including Talk, Going Under and Kissing the Bee. Her latest is called Headlong, and features two teenage girls, their unlikely friendship and the quest to “have it all.”

For more information about the author, please visit her website: www.kathekoja.com