Uncaged’s Feature Authors introduce you to their devoted writing buddies, and the devotion goes both ways

AUTHORS AND THEIR PETS

Pets and companions come in many shapes and sizes. From furry to feathered to hairy and scaley - there is a place for all of them. Authors have a special relationship with their pets - whether they remind them to get up and take a break or they inspire their writing. Meet the critters that share their love and devotion to Uncaged Feature Authors.

barbara DEvLIN & rufus

Fifteen years ago, my husband was searching for a rough-tough bird dog. He bought into a litter, and we anxiously awaited the arrival of the pups. The breeder contacted us to say there were only two pups, a female and a male. A wellknown trainer got first pick, and he chose the female. A day later, the breeder called to say the male had an imperfection, and we could get a refund if we wanted. It turned out he had a little outie for a belly button. To me, that sealed the deal that he was meant to be ours. I named him Rufus, and he was not at all what my husband planned. Roo-Dawg, as he is primarily known, turned out to be the softest, sweetest little mama’s boy, and he’s always by my side. He celebrated his 15th birthday on March 15, and he’s partially blind and hard of hearing. But he still has the sweetest disposition, and we’re so grateful for the love and joy he brought into our home

d. A . h E nn EMA n

Careers for D.A. Henneman have run the gamut between Customer Service and Floral Design, but the one thing that she always comes back to, are the stories that keep her up at night. During a girl’s weekend at an undisclosed location, an idea for a series about 4 women with Elemental Powers was born. Infused with Fantasy, Romance, and the occasional Werewolf, her stories take the reader 46 | UncagedBooks.com on a magical journey where things aren’t always