New Releases by Claudia Broome

*2016 Family Choice Awards - Gold Winner*
*2016 Special Needs Book Awards - Gold Winner Children's Book - Ages 2-6*
*2016 Special Needs Book Awards - Bronze Winner Children's Book - Ages 7-11*

"I've always been different because I don't have a tail.

But that's okay. I don't swim like a whale.

Except for the tail, I was like other dogs.

I could run and play and jump over logs.

Then everything changed the day I got hurt.

I had to get wheels because my back legs didn't work."


Based on a true story, this heartwarming tale comes "straight from the dog's mouth." Rugby is a lovable, loving and kind rascal who understands kids and life. His story will captivate children of all ages as well as the adults who read to them. Rugby's personality has a magnetism that connects with children in a very special way. Written in his endearing eight year old voice, Rugby offers a convincing message to everyone who reads about him or listens to his story. He offers understanding and encouragement to those who must deal with and overcome any difference or adversity. Rugby teaches the all-important lesson that kindness and acceptance shown by children and adults alike will make the world a better place for all.

Filled with colorful and meaningful images that children will relate to and understand, The Diary of a Different Dog is a rhyming picture book meant for younger children.

Rugby has become a hero for the many children who read or had read to them The “Tail” of Rugby Jones – A Rascal's Journey from Disability to Ability. Now Rugby hopes to become a hero for your younger child too. This is the first book in his new series: Life with Rugby Jones


*****In a thoughtful and creative follow-up to her earlier book The "Tail" of Rugby Jones, author Claudia Broome has developed this timely book that combines the essentials of the anti-bullying message along with the message of inclusion. The Diary of a Different Dog: Rugby Jones cleverly utilizes a real-life handicapped dog, which is humanized into the book's narrator. Rugby Jones describes his adversity from an accident, how he overcame it to thrive, and how others can learn to thrive in a diverse environment that includes multicultural and multi-racial issues. This book's imaging is superb, which is an essential feature for very young readers. Claudia Broome has created another quality book that every kindergarten and elementary school guidance counselor and child therapist should have as a resource.
Dr. Philip J. Shapiro Ormond Beach, Florida


*****Once again Claudia Broome uses her pal Rugby Jones, a Pembroke Welsh Corgi, to enchant children with a story that celebrates the broad range of physical, cultural, and personal differences among people living in any community, and the everyday heroism of children who make the choice to be kind and empathic toward those who are often marginalized because of their disabilities or other differences. Beautifully illustrated using bold graphics and vibrant colors, The Diary of a Different Dog belongs on the shelves of schools, libraries, and homes nation-wide.
Janet Sasson Edgette, PsyD, LLC