Books by Alyson Sheldrake
Stories of life, love, adventure, and animals
From a life-changing move to Portugal to the extraordinary story of a rescued Spanish Water Dog and a magical journey beyond the Rainbow Bridge, my books are inspired by real life, remarkable people, unforgettable animals, and the places I love.
Whether you’re looking for a true story, a little escapism, an adventure in Portugal or a book about the animals that hold a special place in our hearts, I hope you’ll find a story here that makes you want to keep turning the pages.
🐾 Animal-themed Books 🐾
Stories of love, loss, rescues, and the extraordinary bond between humans and their beloved animals.
🐾 Kat the Dog 🐾
One dog. One extraordinary journey. One very big heart.
When a frightened and neglected Spanish Water Dog called Kat is finally rescued, she did not know what the future had in store for her.
Kat the Dog is the true story of an extraordinary little dog and the remarkable journey that she undertook to find her forever home.
This is a story of survival, friendship, love, laughter, and the unbreakable bond between a dog and the people who come to love her.
Multi-award-winning bestseller
With more than 20,000 copies sold, Kat the Dog has touched the hearts of readers around the world.
"If you are animal lover then this is the must-read book of the year."
"I loved this book. It was sad, sensitive and so beautifully written. I could not put the book down. It was tender, humorous, and just delightful reading.”
🌈 The Rainbow Bridge 🌈
What if the Rainbow Bridge really existed?
When Laura loses her beloved dog, Molly, she is devastated. But then something extraordinary happens.
Laura discovers that the Rainbow Bridge isn’t simply a comforting idea whispered to grieving pet owners. It is an actual place—a magical world where departed animals wait patiently for the people they have loved.
The Rainbow Bridge is a story of love, loss, hope, and healing, created for anyone who has ever loved an animal and wondered what might lie beyond goodbye.
"This is a heartwarming and uplifting tale of love, perfect for any animal lover."
"The Rainbow Bridge is a beautifully imagined journey that will stir the soul and heal grieving hearts everywhere.”
✈️ Life & Travel ✈️
Memoirs and stories inspired by life in Portugal and adventures around the world
☀️ The Algarve Dream Series ☀️
What happens when you leave everything behind and start a new life in Portugal?
Imagine selling your home, packing up your belongings, and moving to the Algarve in search of a new beginning.
That’s exactly what my husband, Dave, and I did.
The Algarve Dream Series follows our adventures as we exchange our old life in the UK for lots of sunshine, Portuguese bureaucracy, unexpected challenges, new friendships, plenty of laughter, and the beautiful reality of a slower way of life in southern Portugal.
These are true stories of starting again, following a dream and discovering that real life in the Algarve can be every bit as entertaining—and inspiring—as we ever hoped it would be.
Book three in the series introduces you to a host of other fascinating people who have also made the Algarve their home.
✈️ The Travel Stories Series ✈️
Real journeys. Real people. Extraordinary stories.
Travel isn’t always about the places we visit. Or the plans we make.
Sometimes the most fascinating part of a journey is the person taking it.
The Travel Stories Series brings together entertaining, surprising, and often unforgettable travel experiences from writers around the world.
As the curator and editor of the series, I’ve gathered together stories that capture the funny, unexpected, moving, and sometimes downright extraordinary moments that happen when we step outside our familiar world.
Be warned—reading this series might inspire you to dust off your own suitcase or backpack and start planning your next adventure…
Which book will you choose?
🐾 Love dogs and true stories?
Start with Kat the Dog—the remarkable true story of a rescued Spanish Water Dog whose life was changed forever.
🌈 Have you ever loved and lost an animal?
Step into The Rainbow Bridge—a magical story about love, loss, and the possibility of a place where our beloved pets are waiting for us.
☀️ Do you dream of a new life in Portugal?
Join me in the Algarve Dream Series and discover what happens when the dream of a new life in Portugal becomes a reality.
✈️ Love travel and real-life adventures?
Explore the Travel Stories Series and discover amazing and inspirational journeys by writers around the world.
Every book begins with a story...
I’ve always loved stories, especially the ones that make me laugh—or cry—that can transport me to a different place and time or introduce me to someone unforgettable.
Some of my books have grown directly from my own experiences. Others have been inspired by my love of animals, or foreign travel, and the extraordinary things that can happen when we open ourselves up to new adventures.
I live and work in the beautiful Algarve in Portugal, where I’m lucky enough to have plenty of inspiration right on my doorstep.
I hope you’ll enjoy exploring my books — and perhaps discover a new favourite along the way.
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