The Extraordinary life of Mr Toddle and his Talking Pets

About the Book

The Extraordinary Life of Mr. Toddle and his talking pets is an entertaining story about a lonely old man, Mr. Toddle who accidently meets and befriends a mischievous talking dog known as Spike. Once in his home, Spike’s mysterious gift spreads to Mr. Toddle’s other pets. Uncovering their hidden talents and human like characteristics, Spike leads them all from adventure to near disasters. Frankie, a beautiful longhaired cat turns adorably glamorous and his gold fish Berto starts to sing while evolving into a super-brained genius. Mr. Toddle’s life is a whirlwind in which he tries to keep his pets a secret from the outside world. With many near misses, an often-exhausted Mr. Toddle maintains his sanity through his own powers: love, trust and lots of humor! His devotion to his Fur Kids and likewise change all their lives forever. Nobody ever wants life to return to ‘normal’ again!

About the Author

Elyse Banks Workman, born in Australia and raised in Hong Kong, has always had a passion for literature. Focusing primarily on poetry in her earlier years, she has finally found the time to create her first children’s fiction, The Extraordinary Life of Mr. Toddle And His Talking Pets. Elyse is married to David and together they have three extraordinary pets of their own. Elyse is currently working on a sequel to “Mr. Toddle” as well as a compilation of her poems and a very different concept of a cooking/recipe book. Interestingly Elyse is related a much loved Australian Author, George Henry Johnston O.B.E,1912-1970. Winner of several Miles Franklin awards and most praised for his novels My brother Jack and Clean straw for nothing. These acclaimed Australian classics have inspired and educated millions of readers. Mr. Johnston was Elyse’s grandfathers’ first cousin.