Dogland: Passion, Glory, and Lots of Slobber at the Westminster Dog Show tells the story of author Tommy Tomlinson’s journey through the world of dog shows, detailing his three-year journey attending over 100 competitions across the country and learning more about the enduring relationship between dogs and humans. The story follows a Samoyed named Striker and his handler, illuminating the relationships and behind-the-scenes happenings of the dog show world with insight and charm. Tomlinson is an accomplished writer, having also authored a memoir called Elephant in the Room about his experience being overweight in America. He’s written for esteemed outlets like Esquire, Sports Illustrated and Forbes, and was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2005 for his work with the Charlotte Observer. He now teaches magazine writing at Wake Forest University and runs a Substack page called The Writing Shed. After his welcome event for Dogland, hosted by Avid Bookshop and the UGA Narrative Nonfiction program, Tomlinson will also hold a book signing.
WHO: Tommy Tomlinson
WHEN: Wednesday, July 31, 6 p.m.
WHERE: ATHICA
HOW MUCH: FREE!
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