Author Profile
W. Bruce Cameron
7 Books
W. Bruce Cameron is an American novelist, humorist, and screenwriter best known for warm, emotional stories about dogs and the people who love them. His bestselling novel A Dog's Purpose and its related books helped introduce many readers to animal stories told with humor, heart, and a strong sense of adventure. For younger readers, he created kid-friendly books such as the A Dog's Purpose Puppy Tales series and Lily to the Rescue, where brave puppies and rescue animals learn, explore, and help others. Cameron's stories often celebrate loyalty, friendship, second chances, and the powerful bond between humans and animals. His work is especially appealing to readers who enjoy animal heroes, heartfelt journeys, and stories that balance funny moments with big feelings.
A quick stop at a rest area turns into a surprising rescue mission. Lily is a clever rescue dog with a very special job: she finds other animals in trouble and helps them. When Lily and her girl, Maggie Rose, spot two tiny piglets wandering around completely alone, they know they have to step in.
The scared little pigs are far from home and missing their mother. Lily leaps into action to keep them safe while everyone tries to solve the mystery of where they came from. You will follow along as Lily uses her sharp instincts and caring heart to protect the pigs. This heartwarming chapter book shows that heroes come in all shapes and sizes, especially when they have four paws.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
127 Pages
A lonely baby donkey just wants to fit in. He tries his hardest to make friends with a herd of older donkeys at a neighboring farm, but they keep pushing him away. No one can figure out why the herd refuses to accept him. That is, until a special rescue dog named Lily comes to visit.
Lily and her girl, Maggie Rose, are experts at helping animals out of tough spots. You will join Lily as she tries to uncover the mystery behind the misfit donkey and find a way to help him belong. With her big heart and clever ideas, Lily is determined to bring everyone together. This gentle chapter book explores the challenges of making friends and the joy of finding your place in the world.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
A gaggle of fluffy baby geese has made a very funny mistake. They have decided that Lily, a clever rescue dog, is their mother. Everywhere Lily goes, the fuzzy orphans waddle right behind her. Lily loves helping animals, but she knows she cannot teach these little birds how to be geese.
Most importantly, these babies need to learn how to fly, and Lily definitely does not have wings. You will laugh and cheer as Lily and her girl, Maggie Rose, try to figure out a safe way to get the goslings up into the sky. This delightful chapter book brings plenty of surprises as a dedicated dog tackles her trickiest and featheriest rescue mission yet.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
139 Pages
A camping trip in the great outdoors turns into a confusing wildlife encounter. Lily, a rescue dog with a talent for helping animals, gets sprayed by a skunk. But there is a huge surprise: the skunk has absolutely no stink. Without its natural smell, the little creature is completely defenseless against bigger, dangerous predators in the forest.
Lily and her girl, Maggie Rose, know they cannot just leave the helpless animal alone. You will follow Lily as she tries to figure out how to protect the skunk and keep it safe from harm. This clever chapter book highlights the importance of looking out for the vulnerable and solving tricky problems in the wild.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
111 Pages
Two fuzzy bear cubs are wandering alone in the deep woods. They have lost their mother and are completely unsure of what to do next. Luckily, a very special rescue dog named Lily is nearby. Lily lives with her girl, Maggie Rose, and specializes in helping animals who are in serious trouble.
Approaching wild bears is a big challenge, even for a brave dog. You will join Lily on a careful woodland mission to keep the frightened cubs safe while trying to locate their missing mother. This exciting chapter book brings you right into the forest as Lily uses her nose and her courage to reunite a wild family.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
111 Pages
A trip to the local zoo turns into a frantic search and rescue mission. A family of beautiful Arctic foxes has managed to escape from their enclosure, and they are hiding somewhere in the park. Lily, a smart rescue dog, happens to be visiting with her owner, Maggie Rose, and she knows exactly how to help.
Finding the slippery little foxes before they get hurt is going to take a very sharp nose. You will follow Lily as she sniffs out clues and tracks the wandering family through the busy zoo grounds. This fast-paced chapter book highlights Lily's impressive tracking skills and her determination to bring every lost animal back to safety.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
119 Pages
A beautiful Amur leopard cub has just arrived at the zoo, and he is feeling completely alone. Being in a new place without a family is frightening, and the little wildcat desperately needs a friend to show him the ropes. Fortunately, Lily the rescue dog is ready to step in.
Lily is known for her big heart and her amazing ability to connect with animals of all shapes and sizes. You will watch as Lily gently approaches the spotted cub and helps him feel safe in his strange new home. This touching chapter book explores the sweet friendship between a domestic dog and a wild cat, proving that comfort can come from the most unexpected places.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
101 Pages
