New World Library is publisher of the Angel Animals series of books. New World Library (newworldlibrary.com) is an important supplier of great books for animal lovers.

• Two out of three homes have pets (the highest number in history);
• 88 percent of people with pets view them as family members;
• More people have pets than have children;
• 7,000 animal organizations with 10,000,000 members operate in communities across the country everyday and affect who wins elections, the food and clothing sold at stores, and a city or state's quality of life;
• There is a proven, direct link between animal abuse in children and adults and violent behavior toward humans;
• People live longer, age better, have less loneliness, and are healthier if they have pets;
• Millions of people make hundreds of lifestyle choices for how and where to live, what church to attend, and how to spend their money based on their love and concern for family pets.

Relationships between people and pets have taken intriguing twists and turns in this era when the greatest number of American homes in history have pets.

Allen and Linda speak about how this important but underestimated trend of pets in homes impacts the nation’s individuals and communities in cultural, educational, legal, social, health, economic, and spiritual ways. They offer innovative ways for avoiding conflict and controversy while celebrating and supporting America’s love affair with pets.

Allen and Linda Anderson show corporations, animal and service organizations, veterinarians and vet techs, colleges, high schools, and churches how to interpret startling new research about animal companionship.

With this invaluable knowledge and perceptiveness, anyone can enhance client or patient services, improve sales, focus on career paths, and tap into what millions of Americans value deeply –- a satisfying relationship with the family pet.

Did you know:

• People with pets have significantly lower heartrate and blood pressure and handle stress easier than those who don’t have pets?    
• Over two-thirds of people sleep in their beds with the family pet?
• Two-thirds of people with pets buy them holiday gifts?
• Taking vacations and leisure time with pets is on the upswing with state-of-the-art boarding centers and pet-friendly services at hotels?
• Perks for employees now include pet insurance and doggie daycare?
• Americans are spending $24.5 billion a year on veterinary care to keep pets healthy?
• Americans are spending $41 billion a year on pet products and services?
• Books about pets and animals in nature regularly make the top ten New York Times Bestsellers and Publisher’s Group Weekly lists?
• A study showing women saying they prefer the company of their dogs over their spouses?
• Many people say that the death of a pet hurts more than losing a human family member?
• People's choice of pets reveal dogpiles of information about what they will buy and their chances for success are with romantic relationships?

 Allen and Linda Giving a Presentation at the Minneapolis Convention Center

With their collections of amazing true stories, gathered for over a decade, from all over the world, Allen and Linda Anderson entertain, warm hearts, and reveal how relating to animals enriches and impacts every aspect of an individual’s or family’s life.

Their visionary insights leave audiences with plenty to think and talk about in regard to the unprecedented impact of America’s pet mania.

ABOUT ALLEN AND LINDA ANDERSON

In 1996, Allen and Linda Anderson founded the Angel Animals Network (WWW.ANGELANIMALS.NET) to share the healing, emotional, instructional, and spiritual benefits and complexities of human-animal companionship.

Individually or as a dynamic couple, the Andersons present innovative and uplifting ways for pet enthusiasts of any age or profession to have and support  life-enhancing relationships with pets and to deal with the hidden sorrow of pet loss.

As trained animal rescue volunteers they have committed themselves to protecting the precious gifts pets bring to individuals and communities. Allen and Linda Anderson donate a portion of proceeds from their work to animal rescue organizations and do fundraising activities. Their dog and cats are rescued -- or is it the other way around?

Through their extensive research into animal rescue and safety, the Andersons are also authorities on how preparing animals for emergencies and disasters saves people’s lives. Their national award-winning, critically acclaimed book, Rescued, reveals the underground world of animal rescue and how it has become essential for improving quality of life in communities and the country.

Kay C. Goss, CEM, Director of Emergency Management and Crisis Communication, Homeland Security wrote "RESCUED: Saving Animals from Disaster was very well received by the students and my faculty colleagues.  It provided a very helpful framework for our [Animals in Disaster, Spring 2007, Arkansas Tech University] course study."

Allen and Linda Anderson have written a successful series of ten books published by New World Library. Their work has been featured on national television and radio programs, in national wire service articles, Canadian and British newspapers, and BBC radio. Several of the Andersons’ books are translated into foreign languages, and all the books are sold internationally.

Their books have been recommended on NBC’s The Today Show and ABC’s Nightly News with Peter Jennings and listed in Amazon.com’s “Hot 100” and Barnes & Noble’s “Top 10, What America Is Reading.” Their book, Angel Dogs, was featured on The Montel Show. The Andersons are contributing authors to Beliefnet.com, ivillage.com, and Awareness Magazine with the column “Pet Corner”.

Click here to order books in the Angel Animals series. Group discounts available.

Linda and Allen publish two online newsletters that reach thousands of readers in 50 states and 42 countries. They write newspaper and magazine columns and articles and sponsor writing contests at their websites.

They offer inspirational speaking and presentations for organizations, events, and meetings of professionals and people from all walks of life who want to write for pleasure or publication.

Allen and Linda Anderson co-founded Writing on the Run™, an organization that helps people find time and space for writing. The Writer’s Digest E-Newsletter recommends their website (WRITINGONTHERUN.COM). The 2005 Writer’s Market published their article on finding time and space to write.

(To view media coverage and to read excerpts from international media coverage of Allen & Linda Anderson visit MEDIA and IN THE NEWS.)

MORE SPEAKING ENDORSEMENTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD:

"Allen Anderson speaks from the heart about subjects he loves; this enthralls audiences everywhere. His outlook is realistic but invariably positive, encouraging everyone to expect the best. Audience feedback is replete with superlatives."
--Henry Koster, managing director, Kings Currency Exchange, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

"Thank you for the great session you did for the Veterinary Technician Appreciation Day in Rochester at the Minnesota School of Business. We had great feedback and everyone had a wonderful time."
--Julie Legred, NAVTA (National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America) 2008 president

"Allen and Linda Anderson write about and speak to the very heart of the divine gifts animals are and bring into our lives.  No greater joys have I witnessed in nearly 30 years of nursing than the face of a patient when hospital and nursing home volunteers brought in pets to visit the patients.  Allen and Linda bring the healing power of animals through their storytelling with great wisdom, clarity, and love.
--Arlene Forbes, registered nurse, geriatrics

"The Angel Animals presentation was filled with great energy and created a very warm atmosphere. Everyone enjoyed it and people are still talking about it and the wonder of animals."
--Marlene Foote, director, Animal Ark, St. Paul, Minnesota

"Allen Anderson is a gifted and engaging speaker who captivates his audience with stories gleaned from life's trenches, byways, and summits. The essence of Allen's talks can be summed up in two words: life affirming. His easygoing manner, gentle humor, wit and wisdom remind me of Will Rogers."
--David R. Purnell, president, NEW YORK WEST Medical Illustration Studio

"Allen's ability to command attention while speaking is one of his strong points.  A pleasant manner, calming appearance and his soft eye contact make the participants feel he is speaking directly to them.  His knowledge of angel animal experiences and genuine love all of life, especially our animal family, puts him as one of the top experts in this field in the country. If you are looking for someone who speaks from the heart with a wealth of knowledge in the mind, Allen is that special individual."
--Tony Lupinacci, supervisor, General Dynamics, Connecticut

"Allen and Linda Anderson's generous and compassionate interaction with participants leads to an ideal workshop experience. I hope I can entice you to do many more."
--Debbie Luican, executive director, Learning Annex of San Diego

"I have known Allen Anderson for over seven years.  During that time I have had the pleasure of attending his presentations at a variety of venues.  He has served as the guest speaker for local and national conventions and conducted classes for smaller groups, as well.  His delivery is both engaging and inspiring to the audience.  As an educator, I have a certain standard that a presenter should meet in order to be successful.  Mr. Anderson meets and exceeds these expectations on every level."
--Jeff Baines, North Carolina public school educator

"Allen Anderson provides a unique and refreshing perspective to pet owners everywhere -- so often we think we're "rescuing" animals when we adopt them; in fact, in the great mystery of things, they often end up rescuing us, indeed seemingly knowing more about us than we do ourselves!"
--Stephen Banick, director, The Gulliver Project, Inc., Phoenix, Arizona

"Allen Anderson is a compassionate soul who helps audiences appreciate the vital and healing role that animals fill in our life’s journey. As a speaker he is a moving and concerned, bringing much needed hope to people’s lives."
--Deirdre Sinnott, author & speaker, www.DeirdreSinnott.com, New York

"Allen Anderson speaks from the heart, inspires us to see that our soulmate may come with four paws and a tail!  His true-life animal stories show us the soul-to-soul connection we have with our pets. He is a true inspiration to the angels we have in our God-given creatures."
--Loree Taylor Jordan, author of Detox for Life and founder of Pet Friends and Rescue, California

"It was delightful to have you at Menorah Plaza presenting motivational stories about animals and their amazing powers. Your stories stimulated wonderful conversations and memories. This is a wonderful project and a great service to the community. My tenants are still talking about it. I highly recommend this presentation for any senior facility or program. I feel it is appropriate for any age audience."
--Helen Gurevich, director of programs, Menorah Plaza, Menorah West, Minneapolis

"Allen Anderson is an entertaining, excellent speaker for any size group. He's wonderful in front of an audience."
--Jose Sanmartin, client services coordinator, IPC-PPSS

"I've had the good fortune to see Allen speak to audiences ranging in size from a dozen to thousands. The number is irrelevant, because he prepares with the same care no matter how many are in attendance. And everyone feels as spellbound as with any masterful storyteller. So many times I've shared tears of laughter and a changed heart with those around me in the audience. Allen Anderson connects."
--D. E. Munson, author and speaker

HONORS AND AWARDS:

Allen and Linda Anderson were awarded Certificates of Commendation from Governor Tim Pawlenty in recognition of their contributions to the economy and creativity of the state of Minnesota as authors and speakers.

Linda Anderson was awarded artist grants from the Georgia Council for the Arts and Theater Communications Group.

Both Allen and Linda received the American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA) Outstanding Book Award for Rescued: Saving Animals from Disaster and they also won the USA 2006 Best Books National Book Award.

LINDA AND ALLEN ANDERSON'S POPULAR, INTERNATIONALLY SELLING BOOKS:

Book published by Dutton-Plume:
Angel Animals: Exploring Our Spiritual Connection with Animals, (1999)

Books published by New World Library:
God’s Messengers: What Animals Teach Us about the Divine (2003)
Angel Cats: Divine Messengers of Comfort (2004)
Angel Dogs: Divine Messengers of Love (2005)
Rainbows & Bridges: An Animal Companion Memorial Kit (2005)
Angel Horses: Divine Messengers of Hope (2006)
Rescued: Saving Animals from Disaster (2006)
Angel Animals: Divine Messengers of Miracles (2007)

New releases for 2008:
Saying Good-bye to Your Angel Animals: Finding Comfort after Losing Your Pet
Angel Dogs with a Mission: Divine Messengers in Service to All Life

New releases for 2009:
Angel Horses with a Mission

Note: Books have been published and translated in Japanese, Italian, Portuguese, and German.

Linda Anderson is author of the book, 35 Golden Keys to Who You Are & Why You’re Here (1997), published, translated, and sold in North America, Europe, Germany, India, and Southeast Asia.

THE ANDERSONS’ CELEBRITY ENDORSORS AND BOOK CONTRIBUTORS INCLUDE:

Ben Stein, Tippi Hedren, Willard Scott, Linda Tellington-Jones, U.S. Senator John Ensign, Marie Belew Wheatley (president and CEO, American Humane Association), John Paul DeJoria (cofounder, president, and CEO of John Paul Mitchell Systems), Shirley MacLaine, Brian McRay (major league baseball outfielder), Gretchen Wyler, Marc Bekoff, Jonathan Balcombe, Karen Dawn, Dr. Bernie Siegel, Betty White, Dr. Larry Dossey, Marty Becker, DVM (Good Morning America’s resident veterinarian and Chicken Soup author), Allen Schoen, DVM, Roger Carras (president emeritus of the ASPCA), Susan Chernak McElroy, Rue McLanahan, Joe Mantegne, Molly Simms, Brigitte Bardot, Penelope Smith, Susana Della Maddalena (director, PetSmart Charities), Stephen Huneck (The Dog Chapel), Christine Davis, Kristen Von Kreisler, and Richard Simmons.

ALLEN AND LINDA ANDERSON SPEAKING CLIENTS INCLUDE:

Veterinary Technician Conferences, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Hennepin County Library System (eight regional libraries), Home for Life, Minnesota Valley Humane Society, Animal Ark, Anoka County Libraries, Barnes & Noble Bookstores (nationwide), Borders Books and Music (nationwide), Independent bookstores (nationwide), Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce (Women’s Division), Eden Prairie Public Schools, Loft Literary Center, Hopkins Center for the Arts, Hennepin Technical College, University of Georgia, Minnetonka High School, Learning Annex (Minneapolis, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego), Animal shelter fundraisers (Animal Ark, Animal Humane Society, Minnesota Valley Humane Society, Feline Friends, Burnsville Dog Park), Expos (Edge Life, Whole Life Expos in Minneapolis and Los Angelos), Civic clubs and associations (Rotary, Senior Centers, Minnesota CENSHARE), and Churches (Unity churches, Universalist Unitarian churches, Lutheran churches, and a variety of denominations).

REVIEWS OF LINDA & ALLEN ANDERSON'S BOOKS INCLUDE:

Publisher’s Weekly, Library Journal, Country Living, Cat Fancy, Dog Fancy, Best Friends, Animal Wellness, Midwest Book Review, Times-Picayune, Tucson Citizen, American Humane Magazine, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Pets 911 newsletter, Minneapolis Star-Tribune, St. Paul Pioneer Press, Pets 911 Newsletter, Winnipeg Daily News, Animal People, Animal Sheltering, Sunday London Times, London Daily News, Queensland (New Zealand) Daily News, Cats, Equine Living, Healthy Living, Sun Newspapers, Ghana Public Television, National Enquirer, National Examiner, The ASJA Journal, Milwaukee Journal Newspaper, Indigo magazine, Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Call Allen and Linda Anderson at 952-925-3309
to book presentations.