The Dogs of Venice by Steven Rowley - ISBN: 9798217047604
Hardcover
Heartbreak in Venice leads to self-discovery, one dog at a time.

The Dogs of Venice

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  • Hardcover

    80 pages

  • Release Date

    14 October 2025

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Summary

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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Celebrants and The Guncle, a heartwarming story about finding oneself in one of the most romantic cities on Earth.

After months of planning a romantic holiday getaway in Venice, Paul is blindsided when his five-year marriage suddenly unravels. Fueled by heartbreak, Paul endeavors to take the trip alone.

Soon after arriving in Italy, he …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9798217047604
Author:Steven Rowley
Publisher:Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint:G P Putnam's Sons
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:80
Release Date:14 October 2025
Weight:187g
Dimensions:201mm x 136mm x 12mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

“This heartfelt little book offers a story of renewal and hope for the holidays.” —Forbes.com

“If you love any sort of dog-centered tale (no pun intended) or want a cozy, heartwarming read, pick this one up … along with a box of tissues.” —theSkimm

“Readers used to Rowley’s humor, heartbreak and wonder will welcome glimpses of that writing here, as he gives readers a svelte, engaging novella, weighing in at 60 pages, that can easily be read while cooking, waiting on a subway or sitting in a park. This book is a delight.” —Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“Rowley’s trademark tenderness, vulnerability, honesty, and humor are on full display in this touching, life-affirming novella.” —Booklist

About The Author

Steven Rowley

Steven Rowley is the New York Times bestselling author of Lily and the Octopus, a Washington Post Notable Book; The Editor, an NPR Best Book of the Year; The Guncle, winner of the Thurber Prize for American Humor and Goodreads Choice Awards finalist for Novel of the Year; The Celebrants, a Today Show Read with Jenna book club pick; and The Guncle Abroad. His fiction has been translated into twenty languages. He resides in Palm Springs, California.

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