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The Daily Coyote: A Story of Love, Survival, and Trust in the Wilds of Wyoming Audiobook
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When city girl Shreve Stockton set out to ride her Vespa from San Francisco to New York, she never imagined she would end up making a log cabin in Wyoming her home, falling in love with a trapper, and working as a ranch hand. She also could not have predicted adopting Charlie, an orphaned coyote pup. In a world where coyotes are hunted as killers, Stockton and Charlie have faced challenges—as well as joys—throughout their first year. Operating Instructions meets Marley and Me in this charming life-lesson book about life, love, and the bond between humans and nature. The Daily Coyote was inspired by Stockton's blog of the same name. Wildly popular and praised by Rosie O'Donnell, James Wolcott of Vanity Fair, and the Los Angeles Times, the site receives over a million hits per month and was nominated for a 2007 Weblog of the Year Award only a month after its inception. Numerous media outlets, from People to NPR, can't wait to feature Stockton and Charlie.
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"I enjoyed reading this work of non-fiction (short bio with photos, basically a year in the life). I read this because it was in the house and it was raining... and I was surprised to find I had trouble putting it down. The author has a very strong personality that was communicated well (between the lines) through her writing. I did not like or agree with the author at all but the book was compelling. It would make a great quick read for a book group... this is one of those books people are going to take away very different things and discussion would be interesting. Great photos."
— Maria (4 out of 5 stars)
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Much more than an explanation of canine training methods, Stockton's unique book gives a glimpse of rugged life in the West and its harsh and beautiful landscape.
— Library Journal
The Daily Coyote Listener Reviews
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" Beautiful (stunningly so) photography and an interesting story. "
— Elizabeth, 2/19/2014 -
" This book was so easy to read, and yet so profound. But the author doesn't beat you over the head with her insights into sharing a life with an animal. She states her ideas simply and clearly and uses wonderful examples. And the photography is amazing! "
— Maryann, 2/17/2014 -
" I really enjoyed reading this, mostly because it reminded me of home. The wide open spaces, the friendly and helpful neighbors, the weather and the beautiful landscapes...and I love the pictures in the book as well. It's home. The story is also pretty sweet and pretty educational in some ways. But it does make me a bit homesick. "
— Susan, 2/13/2014 -
" So far, really good. Easy to read and a wonderful story of loyalty. "
— Lynn, 2/10/2014 -
" Amazing and inspiring!! "
— Allison, 1/29/2014 -
" I absolutely loved this book - I was mesmerized by it. I had to search out on AbeBooks.com to find a hardcover edition to buy and I can't wait for it to come so I can see the pictures. I listened to this book and the narrator was excellent - but I longed to see the pictures. I did go on-line to her blog and saw a lot of the photos there but it would have been better to see them as the story moved along. Just a fascinating tale of love and growth. "
— Mindy, 1/22/2014 -
" This book is about a woman who adopts an orphan coyote pup and how she lives in a remote area of Wyoming. "
— Valerie, 1/19/2014 -
" bought it as a christmas gift and had to take a peek inside. didn't think i'd get sucked in since i follow the site but there was so much more here! had to finish the whole thing before gifting it! is that wrong? "
— kitty, 1/10/2014 -
" Lovely story (I am a HUGE fan of Stockton's blog), one star taken off for less-than-stellar writing, though it beats Harry Potter. "
— Jia-yi, 12/29/2013 -
" A very interesting book about raising a coyote pup she called Charlie. The book is a meditation on the nature of wildness versus domestication, of nature versus nurture,and of forgiveness, loyalty and love in all its forms. "
— Geneva, 12/25/2013 -
" A short quick read--two days. Stockton's descriptions of the alpha-role were insightful as well as her friend's (hunting guide) viewpoint of greedy hunters. Her courage and tenacity for solving her daily problems gave me new resolve. "
— Jeanette, 12/13/2013 -
" Intriguing, very enjoyable read. "
— Rebecca, 12/11/2013 -
" Good story; great photos. "
— Janet, 12/8/2013 -
" I love reading about animals but this was a tough realistic book about what it is like living in the "wilds" of Wyoming. This woman raised a coyote in a part of the US that routinely shoots them because they kill sheep. It is an amazing story and the star of the book does not die at the end. "
— Caryn, 12/8/2013 -
" Great story and exceptional photograhy. "
— cloudyr5, 3/31/2013 -
" Very enjoyable. The book is not only about Charlie the Coyote, but a look at the author and her plunge into a new life in Wyoming after growing up a city girl. "
— Jody, 8/10/2012 -
" I started this book the same week I lost ny dog. I found that book to be comforting, and it held my attention. "
— Jamie, 6/4/2012 -
" I absolutely loved this book. The pictures were amazing. And she has a website, so you can keep updated. If your a animal lover this is one great read. "
— Marsha, 6/2/2012 -
" I love Shreve, I love Charlie, and I love this book. Reading it, and joining her blog, getting the daily photos has definitely enriched my life. She has such a way with writing, words and imagery. Not to mention she's a great photographer. Love, love, love. "
— Kathleen, 4/28/2012 -
" Good Book, refreshing. "
— Clint, 4/21/2012 -
" I really enjoyed this book. Love all the wonderful descriptions of life and the scenery in Wyoming. "
— Elizabeth, 4/4/2012 -
" An interesting autobiography, covering a one to two-year period in the author's life. With little money, she moves to a place she loves and gradually discovers that happiness is a balance of selfishness and selflessness. "
— Carol, 4/25/2011 -
" An amazing and inspiring story! And gorgeous pictures as well!! This one was loaned to me by a physician at work. I know I'll be adding it to my permanent collection at some point. Loved it! "
— April, 3/3/2011 -
" Lovely book about the relationship between the author and her pet coyote. The setting is beautiful and the growth in both her and her coyote and the relationship they develop is very inspirational. I read this to my 11 year old son and he loved it. "
— Dgoll, 2/17/2011 -
" Such an interesting and heart warming story. I really liked it! If you like animals, especially of the canine variety, this book is for you. "
— Bridget, 2/16/2011 -
" A former New Yorker living in Wyoming raises a coyote from small puphood. Very entertaining. Lots of information about living with a coyote and the flavor of life in Wyoming. Definitely too cold for me. "
— Laura, 12/6/2010 -
" Interesting bond and for me, interest in place. <br/>Recommendation from book group member. "
— Mckinley, 10/13/2010 -
" Much different than I thought - what a great story. I actually enjoyed the book more than I enjoy the blog. "
— Kristin, 10/3/2010 -
" Wonderful book on the life of raising a coyote. The interactions that really are with any canine one raises. It was as though I was reading the story of me raising my golden, who is just as silly in spirit as Charlie. "
— Mark, 9/29/2010 -
" I liked the story, although it was a bit overwrought at times. Didn't love the author "
— Suzanne, 8/2/2010
About Shreve Stockton
Shreve Stockton is a writer and photographer currently living in Wyoming. She received her bachelor’s degree in photography in 2001 from Brooks Institute of Photography. She is the author of a cookbook, Eating Gluten Free, and of two blogs, Vespa Vagabond and The Daily Coyote.
About Cassandra Campbell
Cassandra Campbell has won multiple Audie Awards, Earphones Awards, and the prestigious Odyssey Award for narration. She was been named a “Best Voice” by AudioFile magazine and in 2018 was inducted in Audible’s inaugural Narrator Hall of Fame.