There is also 'A Dog's Purpose' which contains short stories that explore the different lives a dog might live through reincarnation. It gives an interesting perspective on the canine experience and how dogs touch the lives of those around them.
Another option could be 'The Call of the Wild and White Fang' by Jack London. Although it's not strictly just short stories, it has sections that can be read as such. It delves into the wild nature of dogs and their relationship with humans in different settings. The stories are full of adventure and really show the essence of dogs.
One great book is 'Dog Stories' by James Herriot. It's filled with heartwarming short tales about various dogs he encountered in his veterinary practice. The stories are simple yet deeply moving, showing the unique bond between dogs and their owners.
The general plot of the online novel, World of Martial Arts 'Strongest NPC, was that the new book, Wuxia Awakening Era, had been released. He was asking for support to be reborn in the game world of World of Martial Arts and become an inconspicuous NPC. He had to avoid the system's detection and killing, as well as the players' pursuit. Therefore, I recommend you a novel about dogs-My Dog Is Super Fierce. In this novel, the male protagonist became a human dog after transmigrating. He brought a Nessus figurine and fused with his true soul to become the Sky-swallowing Ha Nessus. The story was filled with all kinds of bizarre right and wrong. The protagonist moved forward all the way to achieve the small goal of the Kobolds. I hope you like my recommendation. Muah!
Then there's 'Oogy: The Dog Only a Family Could Love'. This book has short stories about a severely injured dog who was rescued and how he changed the lives of the family that took him in. It's a story of hope, recovery, and the power of a dog's spirit.
😋I recommend two novels to you. The first book was " I Have a Dog Licker System." Although the name had the word " dog licking " in it, the plot was not only about dogs. There were also many touching stories about friendship, love, and kinship. There were also many cute pets in it. Even if they were not dogs, they were still very likable. The second book was " I Have a Dog Movie King." The plot of the puppy suddenly becoming a man was very interesting, and the interaction between the male lead and the dog movie king was also very interesting. It was really recommended. I hope you like my recommendation.😗
" Dog Smashes Snoopy's Fight Against Cancer " was a short story about dogs. The plot was about Grandma and her daughter's dog, Snoopy, who had been together for 110 days. Snoopy died of cancer, and Grandma missed Snoopy. " My Dog Movie King " also involved dogs. The plot was about the female protagonist's dog suddenly turning into a human and becoming a movie king. The protagonist of the book, Er Hei is not a dog, was a smart dog who had a funny interaction with the female protagonist.
Another one could be 'The Art of Racing in the Rain' by Garth Stein. The story is told by a dog named Enzo. While it's not directly about taking in orphan dogs, it does deal with the relationship between a dog and its owner. The dog has a deep understanding of his human family and the story shows the loyalty and love that a dog can have, which can be related to the concept of taking in and caring for an orphan dog.
Unfortunately, I don't have a specific recommendation. However, you can try to contact Akita local libraries or cultural centers. They may be able to point you towards some fictional works that involve dogs in the Akita context. Another option is to search for Japanese book blogs or forums where people discuss and recommend such niche books.
It depends. Sometimes publishers or literary magazines might pay if the story is of high quality and fits their requirements.
One such book could be 'The Canterbury Tales' by Geoffrey Chaucer. It is a collection of stories told by a group of pilgrims on a journey. The stories vary in themes, from love and chivalry to morality tales. It offers a great insight into medieval life and values.
A very popular book with short stories is 'The Little Prince' by Antoine de Saint - Exupéry. It's a charming and philosophical work. The short stories within it are told in a simple yet profound way, with beautiful illustrations. It deals with themes like friendship, love, and the nature of humanity.
One great book with short stories is 'The Complete Sherlock Holmes'. It contains a collection of detective short stories by Arthur Conan Doyle. The stories are full of mystery, with Sherlock Holmes using his brilliant deductive reasoning to solve various cases.