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"Wildly witty."-USA Today"Funny and pitch perfect."-Chicago Tribune"This book is a hoot."-The Boston GlobeFirst the much-loved novel by New York Times bestselling author Claire Cook. Then the major romantic comedy movie adaptation starring Diane Lane and John Cusack. Now MUST LOVE DOGS is a tail-waggingly fun 7-book series. "Voluptuous, sensuous, alluring and fun. Barely 40 DWF seeks special man to share starlit nights. Must love dogs." Divorced preschool teacher Sarah Hurlihy's first mistake is letting her bossy big sister write her personal ad. Her second mistake is showing up to meet her first date in more than a decade. Now she's juggling her teaching job, her big, rollicking, interfering south-of-Boston Irish family, and more men than she knows what to do with. And what's up with all these dogs that are suddenly galloping into her life? The Must Love Dogs series: Must Love Dogs (#1)Must Love Dogs: New Leash on Life (#2)Must Love Dogs: Fetch You Later (#3)Must Love Dogs: Bark & Roll Forever (#4)Must Love Dogs: Who Let the Cats In? (#5)Must Love Dogs: A Howliday Tail (#6)Must Love Dogs: Hearts & Barks (#7) Nobody drives you crazier than family, and nobody loves you more. "Reading Must Love Dogs is like having lunch with your best friend-fun, breezy, and full of laughs."-Lorna Landvik "Funny and quirky and honest."-Jane Heller "Cook dishes up plenty of charm."-San Francisco Chronicle"There is a compelling honesty and gentleness to Claire Cook's work that I find irresistible. Warm and real and insightfully funny; resonant with the small truths and laughs of recognition that elevate and illuminate our daily struggles."-Gary David Goldberg"The exuberant and charming Claire Cook is one of the sassiest and funniest creators of contemporary women's fiction."-The Times-Picayune"Claire Cook (Must Love Dogs) has built a brand writing light-hearted women's fiction blending kernels of the absurd and comedic in compulsively readable combinations."-Shelf Awareness"Must Love Dogs has already been a major motion picture, and now New York Times bestselling author Claire Cook's hilarious and heartwarming series is begging to hit the screen again."-New York Journal of Books"Claire Cook's characters aren't rich or glamorous-they're physically imperfect, emotionally insecure, and deeply familiar. Must Love Dogs is a sweet, funny novel about first dates and second chances."-Tom Perrotta "Must Love Dogs is a must read."-Caroline Preston"This story is so delicious, so funny, so warm, that one engages on the first page and still wants more on the last. A truly joyful read."-Jeanne Ray"Whether you are a long-time fan or a new reader, jump right in to Claire Cook's newest Must Love Dogs adventure. Your spirits will be lifted, and you'll be charmed by the witty repartee, the twinkle in the author's eye, a beautifully structured plot, and a wonderfully resilient main character to cheer for."-Examiner

First the bestselling novel. Then the romantic comedy movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack. Now Claire Cook's most enduring characters are back in Must Love Dogs: New Leash on Life , Book 2 of the hilarious and heartwarming Must Love Dogs series. "If you haven't read a Claire Cook book yet, start with this one. You don't need to have read the first book, but why not grab that one, too, and read it? Her books are like potato chips - you can't have just one "-Pamela Kramer, National Book Reviewer, Examiner Life after divorce for Sarah Hurlihy used to consist of juggling her job as a preschool teacher with the demands of her interfering family. But after a rocky start, Sarah and John Anderson have shared six months of dating bliss. Now their relationship is basically on hold because Sarah's brother Michael and his dog are staying with her. And John's new puppy Horatio hates Sarah. With a passion. "Claire Cook's novel Must Love Dogs was such a huge success that it was made into a hit movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack. Now Cook is back with Must Love Dogs: New Leash on Life, which proves just as delightful."-New York Journal of Books The Must Love Dogs series: Must Love Dogs (#1)Must Love Dogs: New Leash on Life (#2)Must Love Dogs: Fetch You Later (#3)Must Love Dogs: Bark & Roll Forever (#4)Must Love Dogs: Who Let the Cats In? (#5)Must Love Dogs: A Howliday Tail (#6)Must Love Dogs: Hearts & Barks (#7) "Funny and pitch perfect." -Chicago Tribune "Wildly witty" -USA Today "Cook dishes up plenty of charm." -San Francisco Chronicle "A hoot" -The Boston Globe Go to ClaireCook.com for your free gift, 41 Essential Quotes To Get Your Glow On, exclusively for newsletter subscribers. You'll also be the first to find out when Claire's next book comes out and stay in the loop for giveaways and insider extras.

#1 Amazon Bestseller in Walking "The Wildwater Walking Club is a quick smart read that will get you thinking about walking, friendship, and making time for the things you love."- Book Reporter After losing her boyfriend and her job in one fell swoop, Noreen has no idea what her next step is. So she puts on a new pair of sneakers and a seriously outdated pair of exercise pants, and walks. Before long she's joined by two neighbors as lost as she is and figures out time flies and fitness is actually fun when you're walking with friends. Throw in a road trip to Seattle for a lavender festival, a career-coaching group that looks like a bad sequel to The Breakfast Club, some terrific romantic comedy twists and turns, a quirky multigenerational cast of supporting characters, and the result is a tribute to female friendship that will inspire you to pick up the phone and call all your old friends--or maybe even start your own walking group. Join Noreen, Tess and Rosie as they walk and talk, talk and walk, tally their steps, share their secrets, and begin putting their lives back together. You'll be lacing up your own sneakers in no time. From the New York Times bestselling author of Must Love Dogs, a fun and inspiring novel about women and friendship-and how even big changes happen one step at a time. Don't miss Book 2, The Wildwater Walking Club: Back on Trackand Book 3, The Wildwater Walking Club: Step By Step Walking Group Guide and Book Club Questions included. "Lively and inspiring "-Hartford Courant "A great feel-good story."-Philadelphia Examiner "Readers who enjoy a celebration of friendship will want to walk the beach alongside the Wildwater trio."-Midwest Book Review "The Wildwater Walking Club reminds us of what's important in life - the joy of friendship, the power of a brisk walk, and of course the importance of a good book. I couldn't put it down.-Anisha Lakhani "The woman of The Wildwater Walking Club are a delightful trio, full of heart and determination. As they - literally - put one foot in front of the other, the three new friends find unlikely paths that point them toward more fulfilling lives. Their journey left me genuinely inspired (and with the curious urge to go out and buy a clothesline)."-Jean Reynolds Page

New York Times bestselling author Claire Cook speaks to 40-to-forever women-our fears and obstacles and hopes and desires-and gives us cutting edge tools to get where we want to go. Wondering how to get to that life you really thought you'd be living by now? Finally ready to dig up that buried dream? Still trying to figure out what you want to be when you grow up? Bursting with inspiration, insider stories, and practical strategies. Filled with humor, heart, and encouragement. Claire shares everything she's learned on her own journey-from writing her first book in her minivan at 45, to walking the red carpet at the Hollywood premiere of Must Love Dogs at 50, to becoming the international bestselling author of twenty books and a sought after reinvention speaker. You'll hop on a plane with Claire as you figure out the road to your own reinvention. You'll laugh a lot, and shed a few tears, as Claire tells her stories and shares her best tips for getting a plan, staying on track, pulling together a support system, building your platform in the age of social networking, dealing with the inevitable ups and downs, overcoming perfectionism, and tuning in to your authentic self to propel you toward your goals. A little bit memoir, a lot inspiration, Never Too Late: Your Roadmap to Reinvention (without getting lost along the way) is real, grounded, and just the book you need to start reinventing your life. "It's a thought-provoking, inspiring book. If you've thought about changing your career and following your passion, Cook's book just might provide the needed push."-Lesa's Book Critiques "To fellow writers, I cannot recommend this book highly enough, as the advice will really hit home and be beyond beneficial. To anyone else, it is still an incredibly important read-the pointers and inspiration can be applied to any field, dream, or crossroads in life. It is the kind of book you will return to again and again, and Claire Cook is the kind of writer you will only want more from."-Stephanie Burns, BookPerfume.com "Never Too Late is the perfect book for readers who love Claire Cook's books and wonder how she got to be such a successful author. But the real purpose and accomplishment of the book is the inspiration it provides and the fascinating and amazingly helpful strategies and methods she presents for any women ('and a few good men') who really want to achieve what they've only dreamed of. The book is about change and opportunity-and how to grab them."-Pamela Kramer, National Book Reviewer, Examiner "Never Too Late resonated with me on a level that I didn't expect. Still at this moment, I am reviewing all the notes that I took while reading the book."-Victoria Colotta, artbookscoffee "If you need a personal cheerleader to help you along your road to reinvention, then I highly recommend this book."-Looking on the Sunnyside

From the beloved bestselling author of Must Love Dogs comes a winning and witty novel about a woman who emerges from the shadow of her overbearing family and finds herself "dancing with the stars." Deirdre Griffin has a great life; it's just not her own. She's the around-the-clock personal assistant to her charismatic, high-maintenance, New Age guru brother, Tag. As the family wallflower, her only worth seems to be as gatekeeper to Tag at his New England seaside compound. Then Deirdre's sometime boyfriend informs her that he is marrying another woman, who just happens to be having the baby he told Deirdre he never wanted. While drowning her sorrows in Tag's expensive vodka, Deirdre decides to use his massive online following to get herself voted on as a last-minute Dancing with the Stars replacement. It'll get her back in shape, mentally and physically. It might even get her a life of her own. Deirdre's fifteen minutes of fame have just begun.

From the bestselling author of the beloved book Must Love Dogs, later made into a film starring John Cusack and Diane Lane, comes a new novel about what happens when we think everything is falling apart, and discover that we can pick up the pieces after all. Years ago, Melanie followed her husband, Kurt, from the New England beach town where their two young sons were thriving to the suburbs of Atlanta. She's carved out a life as a successful metal sculptor, but when Kurt leaves her for another woman, having the tools to cut up their marriage bed is small consolation. She's old enough to know that high school reunions are often a big disappointment, but when her best friend makes her buy a ticket and an old flame gets in touch to see if she'll be going, she fantasizes that returning to her past might help her find her future...until her highway driving phobia resurfaces and threatens to hold her back from the adventure of a lifetime. Time Flies is an epic trip filled with fun, heartbreak, and friendship that explores what it takes to conquer your worst fears...so you can start living your future.

A witty tale of marriage and midlife longing, as a taken-for-granted wife pursues a fantasy love via e-mail.

#1 Amazon Bestseller in Walking "As with the other books in The Wildwater Walking Club series, Step by Step is a wonderful ode to reinvention, to new beginnings, and to friendship more resilient than the rubber sole on a walking shoe. I loved every minute of it."-Book Perfume Instead of focusing on actually finding some health coach clients, Noreen is dividing her time between sabotaging her relationship with Rick and disaster-fantasizing about ending up living in a tent by the side of the road. Tess is ready to downsize, but can she really figure out how to move on and live small? Rosie is completely overwhelmed with life on the lavender farm, and it doesn't help matters that Rosie's dad and Noreen's mom are conducting most of their romantic interludes at her house. They thought they'd have their lives all figured out by now. But change is blowing in along with the crisp fall air, and they're finding out that life for 40-to-forever women is not for sissies. Hitting the road again might be just what The Wildwater Walking Club needs. Join Noreen, Tess and Rosie as they walk and talk, talk and walk, share their secrets, and learn to take it step by step. You'll be lacing up your own sneakers in no time "The Wildwater Walking Club: Step by Step is a terrific character study, a lesson in the power of positive and honest self-reflection, and, of course, a wise and laugh-provoking look at our human foibles. Claire Cook strikes again."-Book Reporter From the New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author of the Must Love Dogs series, made into a romantic comedy movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack and now a 7-book series. "A great feel-good story."-Philadelphia Examiner "Claire Cook (Must Love Dogs) has built a brand writing light-hearted women's fiction blending kernels of the absurd and comedic in compulsively readable combinations."- Shelf Awareness "The Wildwater Walking Club is a quick smart read that will get you thinking about walking, friendship, and making time for the things you love."- BookReporter "Cook's poignancy and sassy humor resonate with readers; her theme of reinvention uplifts and inspires." -Savannah Magazine "Readers who enjoy a celebration of friendship will want to walk alongside the Wildwater trio."-Midwest Book Review "A beach tote couldn't ask for more."- Kirkus "Lively and inspiring "- Hartford Courant "The women of The Wildwater Walking Club are a delightful trio, full of heart and determination. As they-literally-put one foot in front of the other, the three new friends find unlikely paths that point them toward more fulfilling lives. Their journey left me genuinely inspired."- Jean Reynolds Page "Claire Cook has an original voice, sparkling style, and a window into family life that will make you laugh and cry."- Adriana Trigiani "Charming, engagingly quirky, and full of fun, Claire Cook just gets it."- Meg Cabot "Claire Cook infuses her novels with that sassy kind of offbeat humor that makes you giggle, shake your head, and then keep reading. And isn't that what you want a beach book to do?" -Florida Today "Claire Cook is wicked good."- Jacquelyn Mitchard "The Wildwater Walking Club reminds us of what's important in life-the joy of friendship, the power of a brisk walk, and of course the importance of a good book. I couldn't put it down."-Anisha Lakhani Go to ClaireCook.com for your free gift, 41 Essential Quotes To Get Your Glow On, exclusively for newsletter subscribers. You'll also be the first to find out when Claire's next book comes out and stay in the loop for giveaways and insider extras.

Summer Blowout is a USA TODAY bestseller "As intoxicating as a seat at the top of the Ferris wheel. Reading Claire Cook might be the most fun you have all summer."-Elin Hilderbrand"Charming, engagingly quirky, and full of fun, Claire Cook just gets it. Summer Blowout is irresistible "-Meg Cabot"As refreshing as an icy drink on a sultry day." -Family CircleBella Shaughnessy is addicted to lipstick with names like My Chihuahua Bites and Kiss My Lips, an occupational hazard, since she works as a stylist and makeup artist for her family's small chain of beauty salons in Marshbury, Massachusetts, along with her four half-brothers and -sisters. The owner is her father, Lucky Shaughnessy, a gregarious, three-times-divorced charmer with Donald Trump hair, who is obsessed with all things Italian and still carries a torch for his first wife, Bella's mother. After Bella's own marriage flames out spectacularly when her half-sister runs off with her husband, Bella decides she has seen enough of the damage love can do. She makes a vow: no more men.Then Bella meets a cute entrepreneur at a college fair, and despite their bickering, they can't seem to stay away from each other. He also gives her a brilliant business idea, one that just might allow her to share her makeup expertise with the world. A small, well-tressed dog finds her way into her life, and her heart, and she decides to chance that, too. When the whole clan heads to Atlanta for a big Southern wedding, sparks fly-in a summer blowout no one will ever forget.This hilarious, rambunctious novel is pure Claire Cook: full of juicy conflict and unconditional love."Lipstick rules in this sunny romance tucked inside a Boston family's chain of beauty salons...Snap this one up and enjoy the makeup advice."-Library Journal"Summer Blowout is every bit as much fun as Must Love Dogs and Life's a Beach."-The Times-Picayune"Laugh out loud."-Good Housekeeping"Summer Blowout is primed, like Cook's previous novel Must Love Dogs, to become a big-screen romantic comedy."-Booklist"Nobody does the easy-breezy beach book with a lighter hand than Claire Cook."-Hartford Courant

A More Magazine Don't Miss Pick "Cook's characters are delightful and quirky, and the storyline is fast paced and lively with just the right touch of humor and romance."-Fresh Fiction "Cook's ability to make family foibles ring true-and funny-ensures a delightful read."-Library Journal March Monroe and her daughter Olivia are going to college. Not together at the same school, of course, just at the same time. March knows Olivia is going, naturally, since she and her husband have just made their first exorbitant tuition payment. But Olivia doesn't exactly know the arrangement...yet. It's not as if March plans never to tell her-she just figures she'll wait a bit - until they've had a little time to miss each other. So imagine Olivia's surprise when one day she shows up for training at a local radio station and finds out that one of the other interns is...her mother. Sharing an internship with her royally ticked-off daughter is not March's only new challenge. Among the multiple decisions on her mind are what to do about a slightly tired marriage, a fourteen-year-old son who probably won't be speaking to her for much longer, and a midlife crush, not to mention Quantum Physics and You - the class that might just put her over the edge. Laugh-out-loud funny, Multiple Choice is an effervescent novel of family life that will strike a chord with women everywhere - whether they have kids in college or are just now choosing their own majors. From the New York Times bestselling author of the much-loved book Must Love Dogs, made into a romantic comedy movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack and now a 7-book series. "Claire Cook infused her novels with that sassy kind of off-beat humor that makes you giggle, shake your head, and then keep reading. And isn't that what you want a beach book to do?"-Florida Today "Nobody does the easy-breezy beach read with a lighter hand than Claire Cook."-Hartford Courant "Her quirky voice and sense of humor are as strong as ever."-The Orlando Sentinel "Very funny...with plenty of giggles."-Hartford Courant "Cook has a gift for telling an entertaining and funny story that is light enough for a beach read, yet weighty enough to get under your skin and into your heart. Her characters are quirky and inconsistent, good-hearted folks who make mistakes and have regrets, but none of the damage is lasting. Love and forgiveness beat out hate and revenge."-Patriot Ledger Go to ClaireCook.com for your free gift, 41 Essential Quotes To Get Your Glow On, exclusively for newsletter subscribers. You'll also be the first to find out when Claire's next book comes out and stay in the loop for giveaways and insider extras.

"As a reader, there's nothing I love more than finding a set of characters I absolutely adore and learning that I don't have to say goodbye to them."-Book Perfume "A hilariously original tale about dating and its place in a modern woman's life."-BookPageSarah Hurlihy knows how to move on to the next guy. But she really, really doesn't want to do that anymore. What she wants to figure out is how to stick around and make things work with John Anderson. But John's suggestion for a romantic trip to canine camp before Sarah's job as a preschool teacher gears up for another year is sounding anything but romantic, and Sarah and her sisters are worried about their father's new girlfriend, Sweepstakes Sally. And there's a hot new male teacher at Bayberry Preschool. Could it be that what Sarah wants and what she needs are two entirely different things? "Though the third book in the series, one does not need to read the previous two, but most assuredly will want to. Funny and heartwarming, Must Love Dogs: Fetch You Later reflects Ms. Cook's ability to inject comedy into every day circumstances, supplying a remarkable and compelling read."-New York Journal of Books "Cook dishes up plenty of charm."-San Francisco Chronicle From Claire Cook, New York Times bestselling author of the much-loved novel-turned-movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack comes Must Love Dogs: Fetch You Later, Book 3 of the hilarious and heartwarming Must Love Dogs series. "Funny and pitch perfect."-Chicago Tribune"Wildly witty"-USA Today"A hoot"-The Boston Globe The Must Love Dogs series: Must Love Dogs (#1)Must Love Dogs: New Leash on Life (#2)Must Love Dogs: Fetch You Later (#3)Must Love Dogs: Bark & Roll Forever (#4)Must Love Dogs: Who Let the Cats In? (#5)Must Love Dogs: A Howliday Tail (#6)Must Love Dogs: Hearts & Barks (#7) "Claire Cook (Must Love Dogs) has built a brand writing light-hearted women's fiction blending kernels of the absurd and comedic in compulsively readable combinations."-Shelf Awareness "The exuberant and charming Claire Cook is one of the sassiest and funniest creators of contemporary women's fiction."-The Times-Picayune " Cook's] poignancy and sassy humor resonate with readers; her theme of reinvention uplifts and inspires."-Savannah Magazine Go to ClaireCook.com for your free gift, 41 Essential Quotes To Get Your Glow On, exclusively for newsletter subscribers. You'll also be the first to find out when Claire's next book comes out and stay in the loop for giveaways and insider extras.

"A beach chair worthy read."-New York Times "A hot summer beach book."-USA Today "Bestseller Cook charms again in this lively, warm-hearted look at changing courses mid-life."-People Magazine Just when Jill Murray has finally figured out how to make it on her own, her husband Seth is back, proving he can't even run away reliably. Now Jill has to face the fact that there's simply no way she can be a good mom without letting her ex back into her daughter Anastasia's life. They say that every seven years you become a completely new person, and it takes a Costa Rican getaway to help Jill make her choice - between the woman she is and the woman she wants to be. From Claire Cook, New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author of the much-loved novel turned romantic comedy movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, Must Love Dogs. "A beach tote couldn't ask for more."-Kirkus "Seven years ago, Claire Cook told us we 'Must Love Dogs.' But must we also love ex-husbands? Cook takes a closer look at a complex situation."-New York Post "Roll out your beach blanket for this sweet summer read about making mistakes and moving on."-Publishers Weekly "A lot of fun to read? Definitely "-Redbook "With wit and tenderness, Claire Cook sweeps us into the life of Jill Murray, a feisty single mom trying to stitch together a future after being abandoned by her husband. This is a delightful story of love, loss, and the surprising events that healed her heart. I cheered for Jill the entire way."-Beth Hoffman "A perfect beach read. Claire Cook once again demonstrates that she's a master in creating funny, warm, relatable characters you root for from the very first page."-Allison Winn Scotch "Smart, truly hilarious, and entirely sympathetic. Like a hot bubble bath or a holiday at the beach, you won't want it to end."-Cecily Von Ziegesar " Cook's] poignancy and sassy humor resonate with readers; her theme of reinvention uplifts and inspires." -Savannah Magazine "Claire Cook (Must Love Dogs) has built a brand writing light-hearted women's fiction blending kernels of the absurd and comedic in compulsively readable combinations".-Shelf Awareness "The exuberant and charming Claire Cook is one of the sassiest and funniest creators of contemporary women's fiction."-The Times-Picayune Join Claire's newsletter list to receive your free welcome gift and stay in the loop for new releases, giveaways and insider extras at ClaireCook.com.

"These characters are so engaging I would probably enjoy reading about them sitting around discussing dish soap, but fortunately, the plot here is fresh, heartfelt, and always moving forward-not to mention laugh-out-loud funny."-Book Perfume From Claire Cook, New York Times bestselling author of the much-loved novel-turned-movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, comes Must Love Dogs: Bark & Roll Forever, Book 4 of the hilarious and heartwarming Must Love Dogs series. Sarah and John are finally going to move in together. But where? And what's up with Sarah's ex enrolling his twins at Bayberry Preschool and Sarah's wasband's wife trying to sell Sarah's house right out from under her? Sarah's new teaching assistant has a secret, her niece Siobhan has a boyfriend who could be trouble, and her dad has a new job working for the Bark & Roll Forever ladies as well as plans to date at least one of them The Must Love Dogs series Must Love Dogs (#1) Must Love Dogs: New Leash on Life (#2) Must Love Dogs: Fetch You Later (#3)Must Love Dogs: Bark & Roll Forever (#4) Must Love Dogs: Who Let the Cats In? (#5) Must Love Dogs: A Howliday Tail (#6)Must Love Dogs: Hearts & Barks (#7) PRAISE FOR MUST LOVE DOGS: "Claire Cook has done it again. Must Love Dogs: Bark & Roll Forever is another fun visit with the irrepressible Sarah Hurlihy and her family . . . so likable and real."-Looking on the Sunnyside "This totally delightful novel reads like a Hallmark movie."-New York Journal of Books "Reading about how life goes for this wacky marvelously lovable family becomes addictive."-Examiner "Wildy witty"-USA Today "Cook dishes up plenty of charm."-San Francisco Chronicle "Funny and pitch perfect."-Chicago Tribune "A HOOT"-The Boston Globe "A hilariously original tale about dating and its place in a modern woman's life."-Book Page "This utterly charming novel by Cook is a fun read, perfect for whiling away an afternoon on the beach."-Library Journal (5 stars ) "If you haven't read a Claire Cook book yet, start with this one. You don't need to have read the first book, but why not grab that one, too, and read it? Her books are like potato chips-you can't have just one "-Pamela Kramer, National Book Reviewer, Examiner CLAIRE COOK wrote her first novel in her minivan at 45. At 50, she walked the red carpet at the Hollywood premiere of the movie adaptation of her novel, Must Love Dogs, starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, which is now a series. She is the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of 19 books and a sought after reinvention speaker. If you have a buried dream, take it from Claire, it is NEVER too late

"A veritable fountain of exciting and practical suggestions for women who want to make sure that even though one cannot help growing older, she can indeed keep from growing old."-Pamela Kramer, Examiner If you're a 40-to-forever woman who's interested in aging well, don't miss this motivating and inspiring book. Join New York Times bestselling author Claire Cook (Must Love Dogs, Never Too Late) on a transformative journey that will help you shake off all those worries about getting older and embrace what can be the most vibrant, creative and empowering chapter of your life. Claire wrote her first book in her minivan at 45. At 50, she walked the red carpet at the Hollywood premiere of the adaptation of her novel, Must Love Dogs, starring Diane Lane and John Cusack. With another milestone birthday on the horizon, she was old enough to know the signs: "It was time to get my act together. Again." Shine On: How To Grow Awesome Instead of Old speaks to midlife women everywhere and is filled with Claire's trademark humor, heart, honesty and encouragement. "I highly recommend this new book. You're never too old to get started "-Sharon's Garden of Book Reviews "Dedicated to 'forty-to-forever women, ' Shine On offers sage advice not just on aging well, but living well. With her trademark wit and honesty, Claire Cook covers everything from big picture motivation on following your dreams and remembering to have fun, to practical, hands-on tips on fitness, healthy eating, and her favorite beauty products . . . Claire Cook's wisdom, candor, and effervescent enthusiasm shine on in every word she writes."- Stephanie Burns, Book Perfume "Full of inspirational quotes as well as practical suggestions, this is a perfect book to begin a new year on the right foot."-Laurie Nerat, Looking on the Sunnyside

From Claire Cook, New York Times bestselling author of the novel turned romantic comedy movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, comes Must Love Dogs: Who Let the Cats In?, Book 5 of the fun and fabulous Must Love Dogs series. Sarah and John are buying Sarah's family house, and they're hoping their relationship will survive it. Sarah's dad is part of the deal, and so is the litter of kittens they've discovered under the front porch. Finding a contractor isn't as easy as they thought it would be, one of the parents at Bayberry Preschool is driving Sarah crazy, and a big nor'easter is barreling toward town. The Must Love Dogs series Must Love Dogs (#1) Must Love Dogs: New Leash on Life (#2) Must Love Dogs: Fetch You Later (#3)Must Love Dogs: Bark & Roll Forever (#4) Must Love Dogs: Who Let the Cats In? (#5)Must Love Dogs: A Howliday Tail (#6)Must Love Dogs: Hearts & Barks (#7) PRAISE FOR MUST LOVE DOGS: "Must Love Dogs has already been a major motion picture, and now New York Times bestselling author Claire Cook's hilarious and heartwarming series is begging to hit the screen again as a miniseries or a sitcom."-Nancy Carty Lepri, New York Journal of Books "Reading about how life goes for this wacky marvelously lovable family becomes addictive."-Pamela Kramer, Examiner "Wildly witty"-USA Today "Cook dishes up plenty of charm."-San Francisco Chronicle "Funny and pitch perfect."-Chicago Tribune "A HOOT"-The Boston Globe "A hilariously original tale about dating and its place in a modern woman's life."-Book Page "This utterly charming novel by Cook is a fun read, perfect for whiling away an afternoon on the beach."-Library Journal CLAIRE COOK wrote her first novel in her minivan at 45. At 50, she walked the red carpet at the Hollywood premiere of the movie adaptation of her novel, Must Love Dogs, starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, which is now a series. She is the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of 19 books and a sought after reinvention speaker. If you have a buried dream, take it from Claire, it is NEVER too late

#1 Amazon bestseller in Walking "I packed my bags and joined the adventures of Noreen, Tess, and Rosie as they traveled to Provence. Fragrant lavender fields, rich chocolate, and van Gogh's artwork came to life, and friendships, stagnant romantic relationships, and quirky family ties are examined in ways that not only made me laugh, but also made me think."-Beth Hoffman For Noreen, Tess, and Rosie, walking the beach together every day has been everything. But after all those steps forward, they're doing some serious backsliding. They've started dodging each other in the neighborhood, and Noreen is spending time working on pints of Ben & Jerry's instead of her romance with Rick, the also-lost boyfriend she met at career counseling. A new adventure might be just what they need. Their destination: Provence, the ultimate lavender trip. It turns into the trip of a lifetime, filled with Van Gogh and vineyards, wine and chocolate, plus lavender and more lavender. Join Noreen, Rosie and Tess as they get back on track "The reason fans love each one of Claire Cook's books is that every book-fiction and nonfiction-helps readers find ideas that they can use in their lives. Whether it's a river cruise in France or health coach training, or just learning something new, we all are growing and changing throughout our lives. And that's wonderful. Readers always learn something from Cook's books-about life and lifelong learning."-Pamela Kramer "A great feel-good story."-Philadelphia Examiner Join The Wildwater Walking Club as they walk and talk, talk and walk, tally their steps, share their secrets, and get their lives back on track again. You'll be lacing up your own sneakers in no time By the New York Times bestselling author of the Must Love Dogs series, a fun and inspiring novel about women and friendship-and how even big changes happen one step at a time. "The characters are so well-drawn, I could pick them out of a crowd."-Violet Q. "Claire Cook (Must Love Dogs) has built a brand writing light-hearted women's fiction blending kernels of the absurd and comedic in compulsively readable combinations."- Shelf Awareness "The Wildwater Walking Club is a quick smart read that will get you thinking about walking, friendship, and making time for the things you love."- BookReporter " Cook's] poignancy and sassy humor resonate with readers; her theme of reinvention uplifts and inspires." -Savannah Magazine "Readers who enjoy a celebration of friendship will want to walk alongside the Wildwater trio."-Midwest Book Review "A beach tote couldn't ask for more."- Kirkus "Lively and inspiring "- Hartford Courant "The women of The Wildwater Walking Club are a delightful trio, full of heart and determination. As they-literally-put one foot in front of the other, the three new friends find unlikely paths that point them toward more fulfilling lives. Their journey left me genuinely inspired."- Jean Reynolds Page "Claire Cook has an original voice, sparkling style, and a window into family life that willmake you laugh and cry."- Adriana Trigiani "Charming, engagingly quirky, and full of fun, Claire Cook just gets it."- Meg Cabot "Claire Cook infuses her novels with that sassy kind of offbeat humor that makes you giggle, shake your head, and then keep reading. And isn't that what you want a beach book to do?" -Florida Today "Claire Cook is wicked good."- Jacquelyn Mitchard "The Wildwater Walking Club reminds us of what's important in life-the joy of friendship, the power of a brisk walk, and of course the importance of a good book. I couldn't put it down."-Anisha Lakhani

"Every time I get my paws on a new Must Love Dogs book, I feel like my pup on the verge of getting a favorite treat. I jump, I squeal, and I promptly devour the whole thing. Claire Cook's characters are like family at this point, and it feels so doggone good to be spending the holidays with them."-Book Perfume In the charming small beach town of Marshbury, Massachusetts, preschool teacher Sarah has the heartbreak of a messy divorce behind her and the promise of a second chance with John ahead. When she finds out that buying the family house also means hosting the holidays, her only goal is survival. They've got a house full of animals and a renovation in full throttle. Sarah's single and pregnant teaching assistant Polly is staying with them, too, as is her brother Johnny, whose marriage is on the rocks, and Sarah has just been made chair of the Bayberry Preschool holiday performance. Can she and John survive all this? Nobody drives you crazier than family, and nobody loves you more. From Claire Cook, New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author of the much-loved novel turned romantic comedy movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, comes Must Love Dogs: A Howliday Tail, Book 6 of the hilarious and heartwarming Must Love Dogs series. The Must Love Dogs series: Must Love Dogs (#1)Must Love Dogs: New Leash on Life (#2)Must Love Dogs: Fetch You Later (#3)Must Love Dogs: Bark & Roll Forever (#4)Must Love Dogs: Who Let the Cats In? (#5)Must Love Dogs: A Howliday Tail (#6)Must Love Dogs: Hearts & Barks (#7) "Wildly witty"-USA Today "Cook dishes up plenty of charm."-San Francisco Chronicle "Funny and pitch perfect."-Chicago Tribune "This book is a hoot."-The Boston Globe "A hilariously original tale about dating and its place in a modern woman's life."-Book Page "This utterly charming novel by Cook is a fun read, perfect for whiling away an afternoon on the beach."-Library Journal " Cook's] poignancy and sassy humor resonate with readers; her theme of reinvention uplifts and inspires." -Savannah Magazine CLAIRE COOK wrote her first novel in her minivan at 45. At 50, she walked the red carpet at the Hollywood premiere of the movie adaptation of her novel, Must Love Dogs, starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, which is now a 7-book series. Claire is the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of 21 fun and inspiring books. If you have a buried dream, take it from Claire, it is NEVER too late Go to ClaireCook.com for your free gift, 41 Essential Quotes To Get Your Glow On, exclusively for newsletter subscribers. You'll also be the first to find out when Claire's next book comes out and stay in the loop for giveaways and insider extras.

"After spending time with the gang in the seventh Must Love Dogs installment, Hearts and Barks, I'm thrilled to report that I love them even more, and I have the distinct feeling that we'll be continuing our friendship for a long, long time."-Book Perfume In the charming beach town of Marshbury, Valentine's Day is in the air. But preschool teacher Sarah is feeling more relationship-challenged than ever. She just wants to survive February, the longest-shortest month of the year. John wants to elope, but it's not exactly easy to find someone to watch their ever-growing four-legged pack, which now consists of two dogs and five cats. Teacher assistant and housemate Polly's baby bump is growing, too, and it's a constant reminder to Sarah that everybody else and their goat seem to be able to get pregnant like it's no big deal at all. Cupid's arrows are misfiring everywhere, and even Sarah's bossy big sister Carol's marriage could be heading for trouble. And Bayberry Preschool has declared a moratorium on Valentine's Day candy, so who's leaving those conversation hearts taped to the classroom door? From Claire Cook, New York Times, USA Today and international bestselling author of the much-loved novel turned romantic comedy movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, comes Must Love Dogs: Hearts & Barks, Book 7 of the hilarious and heartwarming Must Love Dogs series. The Must Love Dogs series: Must Love Dogs (#1)Must Love Dogs: New Leash on Life (#2)Must Love Dogs: Fetch You Later (#3)Must Love Dogs: Bark & Roll Forever (#4)Must Love Dogs: Who Let the Cats In? (#5)Must Love Dogs: A Howliday Tail (#6)Must Love Dogs: Hearts & Barks (#7) "Reading about how life goes for this wacky marvelously lovable family becomes addictive."- Examiner "A beach tote couldn't ask for more."-Kirkus Claire Cook (Must Love Dogs) has built a brand writing light-hearted women's fiction blending kernels of the absurd and comedic in compulsively readable combinations.-Shelf Awareness "Wildly witty"-USA Today "Cook dishes up plenty of charm."-San Francisco Chronicle "Funny and pitch perfect."-Chicago Tribune "This book is a hoot."-The Boston Globe "A hilariously original tale about dating and its place in a modern woman's life."-Book Page "This utterly charming novel by Cook is a fun read, perfect for whiling away an afternoon on the beach."-Library Journal " Cook's] poignancy and sassy humor resonate with readers; her theme of reinvention uplifts and inspires." -Savannah Magazine "Claire Cook (Must Love Dogs) has built a brand writing light-hearted women's fiction blending kernels of the absurd and comedic in compulsively readable combinations".-Shelf Awareness "The exuberant and charming Claire Cook is one of the sassiest and funniest creators of contemporary women's fiction."-The Times-Picayune CLAIRE COOK wrote her first novel in her minivan at 45. At 50, she walked the red carpet at the Hollywood premiere of the movie adaptation of her novel, Must Love Dogs, starring Diane Lane and John Cusack, which is now a 7-book series. Claire is the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of 21 fun and inspiring books. If you have a buried dream, take it from Claire, it is NEVER too late Go to ClaireCook.com for your free gift, 41 Essential Quotes To Get Your Glow On, exclusively for newsletter subscribers. You'll also be the first to find out when Claire's next book comes out and stay in the loop for giveaways and insider extras.

"After accompanying Melanie and B.J. on their hysterical road trip, readers will feel like they've made friends for life."-Kirkus TWO BEST FRIENDS. A HIGH SCHOOL REUNION. AND A ROLLICKING ROAD TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE. "A spunky, lighthearted road trip down memory lane. Another delightful beach read from Claire Cook."-Booklist Years ago, Melanie followed her husband Kurt from the New England beach town where their two young sons were thriving to the suburbs of Atlanta. She's carved out a life as a successful metal sculptor, but when Kurt leaves her for another woman, having the tools on hand to cut up their marriage bed is small consolation. She's old enough to know that high school reunions are often a big disappointment, but when her best friend makes her buy a ticket and an old flame gets in touch to see if she'll be going, she fantasizes that returning to her past might help her find her future . . . until her highway driving phobia resurfaces and threatens to hold her back from the adventure of a lifetime. Time Flies is an epic trip filled with fun, heartbreak, and friendship that explores what it takes to conquer your worst fears . . . so you can start living your future. From the New York Times bestselling author of the much-loved book Must Love Dogs, made into a romantic comedy movie starring Diane Lane and John Cusack and now a 7-book series, comes a feisty and fabulous novel about picking up the pieces and reinventing your life when everything falls apart. "Genuine, deftly drawn characters. . . Cook's poignancy and sassy humor resonate with readers; her theme of reinvention uplifts and inspires . . . It's the perfect companion for an afternoon under a beach umbrella with sand between your toes." -Savannah Magazine "Cook's characters are always looking for the next exciting chapter in their lives . . . Time Flies takes her trademark theme in a thought-provoking new direction . . . the resulting story is both touching and hilarious."- The Bourne Courier "Cook delivers again . . . Past and present riotously collide and give birth to an ending as heartfelt as it is hopeful."- Shelf Awareness "The perfect summer beach read . . . Funny, charming and downright lovable "- Times Record News "The beach-bag-worthy story is one that may appeal to those who can commiserate with starting over."- The Free Lance-Star "Laugh-out-loud funny . . . Time Flies is the perfect novel to read on your summer vacation or while lounging by the pool."- The News-Gazette "More than a beach read, Claire Cook's Time Flies is an absorbing and humorous look at lives lived during a particular era. . . . The author's facility with setting evocative scenes past and present is refreshing. -New York Journal of Books "Full of engaging characters and humorous situations . . . This lighthearted story will have readers plumbing its hidden depths and enjoying the ride." -Romance Reviews Today "The exuberant and charming Claire Cook is one of the sassiest and funniest creators of contemporary women's fiction."- The Times-Picayune "Reading Claire Cook might be the most fun you have all summer."- Elin Hilderbrand "Charming, engagingly quirky, and full of fun, Claire Cook just gets it."- Meg Cabot "Claire Cook has an original voice, sparkling style, and a window int family life that will make you laugh and cry."- Adriana Trigiani "Inimitably warm and witty . . . Tender, touching, and terribly, terribly funny "- Mary Kay Andrews