New Book Release: King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry 🤎

On By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Book Promotions, Poetry
Those eyes. That face.
He had his head on my knee.

Dear Friends,

This is the most bittersweet book promotion I’ve done. My poetry book in tribute of Copper, our chocolate lab mix, who left our earthly world in March will be released on Wednesday, August 6th. Both paperback and e-book versions will be available. I’m partial to holding a book in my hands, so the paperback is what I prefer. When my copy arrived, my emotions got the best of me. I’m so proud of this compilation to honor Copper, and in a way, all of our dogs that have blessed our family.

Both versions: paperback and e-book are available on Amazon, and Barnesandnoble.com.
Kobo offers the e-book only. Just fyi, the e-book format is a bit different
than the paperback.
If you’re interested, you can pre-order now. For Amazon, you can click on the front cover image…

This collection is a combination of freestyle poems, tanka, limericks, micro poetry, and haiku, including color photos. The first section consists of poems written when our golden boy was still with us. Then when he received his angel wings, the mood shifts because I wrote through the initial grieving process.

A few samples:

Tour De Force

Prancing on the left like a well-bred horse
Staying in step, not drifting off course
Stopping for sniffs
And frequent leg lifts
His character is a tour de force!

Showstopper

There once was a dog named Copper
Whose good looks were a showstopper
A hugger and kisser
Love he’ll deliver
Bit with love comes lots of slobber!

One More Moment

A dog barks in the
distance causing me to pause,
it sounds like Copper’s –
a wild imagination
longing for one more moment.

To the Best Family (an excerpt)

I felt sad to leave you,
but my body was tired,
it wouldn’t stop hurting.
Then I couldn’t walk.
How could I live like that?
I was too big. I needed to be
able to get around and sniff
and lift my leg and play.
I was old, and I lived a
great life with you, Mom,
Dad, Sis, and Bro!

You gave me a loving home,
and before you adopted me,
that’s what I wished for,
so you made my wish come true…

An excerpt from the Preface

When I knelt down to Copper’s level, my heart melted. His amber, soul-searching eyes told me all I needed to know.

I recalled sitting at the table, perusing a Labrador rescue website. A lab sporting a copper-colored coat stood out like a citrine crystal in a bowl of black diamonds. I had to meet the handsome fellow.

So, on a late winter March day in 2012, my family drove to Oakland to meet Copper. A woman was fostering him in her small apartment. He had a gentle demeanor, and after a walk around the block and some play time, I was ready to take him home…

***** I’ve decided not to do a formal blog tour, but if any of you are interested in sharing about my book on your blogs or social media, please let me know.
I would be grateful. 🙏

Thank you for your support this year when I shared about Copper and the heavy hearts that my family and I have had. If you have a cuddly pet, give them a hug for me.
And if you plan on purchasing a copy to read about our beloved King Copper, thank you so very much. ❤️

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© Lauren Scott, Baydreamerwrites.com
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We will always love you, Copper! 😢🤎

126 thoughts on “New Book Release: King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry 🤎”

  1. Can’t wait for 8/6, Lauren! I’ll be picking up this book, for sure. You’ve immortalized Copper in verse, and that’s such a beautiful gesture. 😊

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    1. That’s so kind of you, Jacqui! How about next Friday, August 8th. Then I’ll reblog with comments off to direct everyone to your blog. Do you want to pull information from this post or do you want me to send you any other information? Just let me know and you can also email me at baydreamer25@gmail.com. Thanks again ❤️🙏🏻

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      1. Yes–that is wonderful. We are struggling with my own dog’s health issues right now and I suspect your poetry will cheer me. My email is askatechteacher at gmail dot com.

    2. Hi Jacqui, does Friday, August 8th work for you? That’s what I have, but I can change it. I appreciate your help to spread the word, so whatever works for you. Also, can you give me your email address so I can send you the materials. Thanks again! 💞

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  5. ooh, that face! and I can only begin to imagine how hard and bittersweet this must be for you. what a lovely legacy gift you’ve created for Copper, there could be nothing finer and more loving.

    p.s my copy of little fawn Cora is on it’s way to little girl Cora in Arizona that I told you about. )

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    1. Thanks for your comforting words, Beth. To say that I’m excited for this book doesn’t sound right, so bittersweet it is. And thanks for sharing Cora’s Quest. I hope the little girl named Cora loves my book. Hugs of gratitude (sorry for the mush). 🥰

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    1. Oh, thanks very much, Marsha. Your interest is appreciated, and it will be a teary book. In the beginning, it’s joyful, but then it changes, and yet, in the very end, the tone shifts again. I also saw your email and will respond later. Thanks again 🤎❤️

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  9. Lauren I am near tearing up here my friend.
    Many Congratulations on this book
    Copper will be wagging his tail with delight ❤️
    Much love and many warm hugs to you dear friend!🥰🤗🥰
    I would be honoured to share this on my blog for you Lauren.
    As long as pingbacks are not necessary because the dinosaur in me has not yet learned to do that.
    Let me know which date or email me 😉

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    1. I know, Maggie, it’s a book for tears and smiles. I thought the tears were drying up until my copy came and I sobbed while reading through it. Sigh. Anyway, thank you so much, my friend, for wanting to share about my book. Apparently, several friends have offered to do posts. I’m overwhelmed with gratitude. So, would August 4th work for a pre-order post? Or it would have to be after Aug. 14th. So let me know what works best for you. Thanks again, dear friend xoxoxoxo 🤎🙏

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      1. Hi Lauren
        I understand completely my friend .
        I can do 4th for you Lauren, and it will be my pleasure.🥰❤️🥰
        Will I use what you posted today or would you like it changed in any way ?
        I am so excited for you dear friend xoxoxo

      2. Hi Maggie, I have you down for the 4th. I think I’ll send you a different poem, along with my author info. I’m not going to overthink this, but I’ll try to change things up with each post, if possible. Blog tours get my head spinning. 🙃 So, I’ll email you. Thanks again, my friend! Hugs and lots of love! xoxoxoxoxo

  11. I am on my way to purchase my paperback. Is there a certain day you want me to share this post on my site? Congrats on the bittersweet completion and knowing Copper is in Dawgy Heaven. 💞🐶

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    1. Thanks so much for your interest and support, Ernie. I can’t believe the outpouring of friends wanting to share. So, would Aug. 10th or 16th work? Let me know. I have to write these dates down to keep track. And I’ll reblog everyone’s with comments off to direct to those who are sharing. Hope this makes sense. Thanks again, my friend. 🤎🙏

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    2. Hi Ernie, This is only my 2nd blog tour, so please forgive my clumsiness. 🙂 I forgot to send you different poem excerpts. Do you want them, or do you want to just share this post? Either way is fine, just checking in. Thanks again for your wonderful support. I hope you love reading about Copper. 🤎

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    1. Thanks for your kind words, Dave. Copper’s voice is heard a few more times throughout the book. Those are the poems that trigger the tears, even after four months. Grief has no timeline. Thanks again, and have a good weekend. 🤎

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    1. Thanks so much to you and Hera, Marina. This book promotion definitely has a different feel to it. But I’m so proud of this ode to Copper, and to all of our dogs who are playing with him in doggie heaven. We’re going to hold off on adopting another dog for now, so the book comes at a good time. Lots of love and hugs to you both. Give Hera a big hug for me. Sigh. xoxoxoxoxoxo 🤎

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  22. How very special this book is to pay tribute to Copper, Lauren! I could hear Copper’s voice and saw his face and felt his heartbeat before he left you! Yes, it’s a bittersweet book and you should be proud of it.

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  23. I suspect that writing this book was probably the best therapy for you.

    My wife and I are going through a hard time with our Lulu right now. We just got back from the vet an hour ago. What a n adventure getting her in and out of the car! It pains me to watch her struggling to stand on her weak back legs. We ordered a sling and are starting her on another med that is supposed to help her block out the pain.

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    1. It really was, Pete, and I’m sorry to hear about Lulu’s pain. It’s so hard to watch. I’m happy to have reached the finish line for this collection, and very proud of it. My family helped, which made it more special also. It’s a tribute to Copper, as well as, to all of our dogs that he’s now playing with above.

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  25. It’s so hard to lose a pet. I admire you for carrying that sadness and writing this collection in a timely manner. Bless you dear poet and best wishes with your release. 💐 Beautiful photos. 💕

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    1. Thanks so much, Vicki, and it happens to me. I thought the tears were beginning to dry up, and then my copy came. Sigh. But I’m sure he’s smiling from doggie heaven, happy to have a book about him. Some of the poems are in his voice, like the one in this post. Hugs 🤎❤️

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    1. Thanks so much, Dawn. I’m glad the poems resonate. And I appreciate your offer to host. Any date after August 12th would work. How about the 14th or 15th? I’ll send you an email too. Thanks again! 🤎❤️

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  29. How touching, Lauren. Your love for Copper, is now shared for all to enjoy those beautiful memories. Best wishes, and much success on your publication.

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    1. Thanks so much, John, and I’m so sorry to hear about Bella. That’s what we went through on March 3rd, and now this book is finished that expresses the joy Copper brought when he came into our lives and the heartache we felt when he passed. Writing through the initial grief really helped me. I’ll keep your daughter in my positive thoughts. ❤️

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      1. thanks Lauren ; maybe she;ll write a book one day, or at least a few poems; her ‘brother’ is still with her. thank goodness; though he must miss her too —

    1. Thanks, Holly! I had written several poems about him when he was with us. When he passed, I wrote through the grief, and then this book evolved. I included photos too, which to me, makes it even more special. But at the end, even though tears still fall, we find acceptance and know that he lives in our hearts. I appreciate your beautiful wishes. ❤️

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    1. I understand, Holly. Like I wrote in my book, they leave an imprint on our hearts. I hope you get a chance to read about Copper. You’ll laugh and you’ll get teary-eyed. But I think it will resonate with you. Hugs xo

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  39. You are honouring your beautiful boy in your loving, eloquent way, dearest Lauren and we wish you every uplifting moment as you launch your special book about your special boy. Much love to you, M and your family. Xxxxxxx with many hugs Xxxxxxx 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

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