Stubby and His Magic Boots

Stubby is different. As a puppy, he lost his toes to frostbite one cold and forlorn winter night. And while he is safe, warm, and well-fed at the animal rescue, the other dogs there make fun of him because he can’t run or chase balls like they do. His new owner, Spirit, understands this, so she goes in search of a life-saving solution that will allow Stubby to join in the doggie fun. What she discovers, and what her energetic little puppy receives, are “magic boots” that put Stubby back into the game. In Stubby and His Magic Boots, Christie Pace weaves a heartwarming tale of hope, endurance, and acceptance. Readers of all ages will find inspiration from this story based on real-life events. With the help of illustrator Morgan Spicer, Pace shows us that Stubby’s dilemma isn’t merely a physical one. His biggest challenge is actually teaching other dogs that difference and disABLEDness are nothing to be afraid of.

Christie Pace was born and raised in Hawai`i, but now she resides with her husband and children (furry and furless) in Colorado. Christie’s love of animals and children began as a veterinary technician while in high school. After nine years of working in small animal practices, she was inspired by Naki’o’s story to begin helping other homeless animals with disABILITIES, ultimately founding the nonprofit Nakio’s Underdog Rescue in 2011. Christie’s mission in life is to help the underdogs and show the public how wonderful and capable disABLED animals are and to do so through books for younger readers. She is a certified Reiki master and has also been a state foster mother for children. In addition, Christie enjoys being with her two-year-old son and pets, playing the flute and ukulele, and traveling to new locations.