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Book 1
Chloe with the Crooked Ears
If you love German Shepherds and who doesn’t?
You’ll be captivated by Chloe and Her Crooked Ear, a heartwarming story about embracing what makes us different.
Chloe, a playful and curious German Shepherd, stands out from the rest with one charmingly crooked ear. But instead of letting it bother her, Chloe takes readers on a joyful romp around her neighborhood, showing everyone how to turn insecurities into strengths.
Through her adventures and a few fun, “hands-on” lessons, Chloe teaches children and adults alike the importance of self-acceptance, positivity, and confidence.
Filled with warmth, humor, and universal appeal, Chloe and Her Crooked Ear is a timeless story that reminds us to celebrate our uniqueness and love ourselves just the way we are. Perfect for dog lovers, families, and readers of all ages who enjoy stories with heart and a meaningful message.
Book 2
A Name Unto Myself
Meet Chloe — the friendly dog with the crooked ears and a big heart!
Chloe is a cheerful German Shepherd who loves to teach kids all about dogs of every shape, size, and personality. Her breed began in France, so she’s especially excited to share a few fun French words along the way!
But Chloe isn’t just any dog. Her ears may be a little crooked, and that makes her extra special. Sometimes dogs like Chloe get overlooked at shelters because people want “perfect” pets but Chloe knows that being different is what makes her wonderful.
Through her adventures, Chloe shows that every dog and every person is unique in their own way. Her story reminds us to celebrate our differences, embrace what makes us special, and make friends by being our true selves.
Book 3
K9r Chloe Surfcity USA
The Adventure of Chloe
Meet K9r Chloe, a lovable service dog with a big heart, a sense of adventure, and a whole lot of “paw-abunga” spirit! Set in the sunny beach town of Surf City, USA®, this beautifully illustrated children’s story invites young readers to explore friendship, confidence, and community through Chloe’s playful eyes.
When Chloe isn’t serving alongside the men and women in blue, she’s surfing waves, skating bowls, hanging out at Dog Beach, and proudly showing off her crooked ears. Through fun, humor, and gentle repetition, children learn about self-acceptance, gratitude for first responders, and the joy of being exactly who you are.
Perfect for read-alouds, classrooms, and bedtime stories, K9r Chloe, Surf City USA® celebrates courage, kindness, and the heroes who keep our communities safe all wrapped in a vibrant, beach-loving adventure kids will want to return to again and again.
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Chloe with the Crooked Ears
If you like German shepherds, and who doesn’t, you will appreciate this story about Chloe and her crooked ear! A story with universal appeal, it enables us to understand ourselves and accept what we cannot change!
Chloe, through a “romp” around the neighborhood and a “hands-on” demonstration, shows us how we can have fun and shape our own positive image!
A Name Unto Myself
Chloe is the friendly dog with the crooked ears. She wants to teach children about different dogs of all shapes and sizes. Chloe is a German Shepherd, and her breed started in France, which is why Chloe is so excited to share the French language with
K9r Chloe Surfcity USA
Meet Chloe, a fun loving K9 service dog who proudly calls Surf City, U.S.A. her home. When she’s not serving her community alongside the men and women in blue, Chloe loves to surf the waves, skate the bowl, visit her favorite local spots, and dream big just like the kids reading her story.Meet Chloe, a fun loving K9 service dog who proudly calls Surf City, U.S.A. her home.
About The Author
Carl L. Jablonski
Carl L. Jablonski spent forty years in the entertainment industry, experiencing brilliant storytelling at Clokey Productions, Walt Disney Imagineering, and the National Broadcasting Company. Now, his focus is on writing children’s stories that allow for “parent participation and interaction.” He has a bachelor’s degree from California State University, Pomona and a master’s degree from California State University Fullerton, CA, majoring in theatrical scenic design. All of Carl’s royalties go to the Westside German Shepherd Rescue in Los Angeles, CA. www.sheprescue.org
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What Readers Say
“This book is truly charming. Kids who love animals really connect with the story, and the message about celebrating differences is beautiful.”
Matthew Collins
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