Guest Star, Maryanne Wood

Abigail Dominguez
Jul 16, 2025
1 min read

Episode Title:

“Tail-Wagging Tales & Life Lessons: Maryanne Wood on Dogs, Resilience & Writing for Kids”

Episode Summary:

In this heartwarming episode, we’re joined by Maryanne Wood, a retired dog trainer turned children’s author, who brings her beloved Basset Hounds, Randall and Hunter, to life in a delightful new book series.

We explore how her experience with dogs shaped her storytelling, what inspired her transition into writing, and how her books help children (and their parents) navigate challenges with humor and hea

Topics Covered:

• How dog training shaped Maryanne’s approach to life

• The real-life inspirations behind Randall and Hunter

• Writing stories that help children embrace resilience

• Tips for parents to support emotional growth through storytelling

• What dogs can teach us about joy, patience, and go-with-the-flow living

Connect with Maryanne Wood:

• Website: Childrens Books | Maryanne Wood

• Book Series: Randall and Hunter Go with the Flow: Hunter's New View https://a.co/d/hro7acM

Randall and Hunter Go with the Flow: Hunter's New View https://a.co/d/7nVyPZT

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