Harry: A Service Dog Series Novella

“The most profound conversations happen without a single word.”

When fifteen-year-old Sophie meets Lucas at writing camp, their worlds couldn’t be more different—hers filled with sound, his wrapped in silence. What begins as notebook conversations between a hearing girl and a deaf boy becomes something extraordinary: a year-long journey to bridge two worlds through the power of sign language and the heart of a very special Labrador.

Inspired by their friendship, Sophie embarks on an ambitious mission to train Harry, a black Lab puppy, as a hearing assistance dog. But this isn’t just any service dog training—Sophie adapts every lesson, every command, every skill with one person in mind: Lucas.
As Sophie learns to speak with her hands and Harry learns to hear with his heart, three lives become intertwined in ways none of them expected. Through winter challenges and breakthrough moments, failed attempts and small victories, they discover that the most meaningful connections transcend sound and silence.

From author Jack Heape comes a touching story about:
– The transformative power of friendship and dedication
– Breaking down barriers between the hearing and deaf communities
– The incredible bond between humans and service animals
– Finding your purpose through helping others
– Young people making extraordinary differences in the world

Perfect for readers who loved Wonder, The One and Only Ivan, and Because of Winn-Dixie, Harry reminds us that sometimes the most profound understanding comes not from speaking or hearing, but from truly listening with our hearts.