{"title":"Andrew Cotter","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the charming world of Andrew Cotter, an acclaimed author who has captured the hearts of readers with his delightful tales and heartfelt insights. Best known for bringing his witty and endearing storytelling to the forefront, Cotter excels in crafting narratives that blend humour with poignant reflections on life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection features engaging books like \u003cem\u003eDog Days\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eOlive, Mabel and Me\u003c\/em\u003e, each offering a unique glimpse into Cotter's adventures with his beloved Labrador companions. These works are a perfect blend of \u003cstrong\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/strong\u003e, inviting readers to experience life through the lens of companionship and the simple joys shared with his dogs, Olive and Mabel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAndrew Cotter's writing is characterised by its warmth, wit, and the gentle reminders of the joyful moments that enrich our lives. Whether you are a pet lover or someone who appreciates a well-told story, you'll find Cotter's books to be a delightful addition to your reading list.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"olive-mabel-and-me-by-andrew-cotter-9781922330932","title":"Olive, Mabel and Me","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving reached over 40 million views online, Labradors Olive and Mabel are now the centre of a delightful book by sports commentator Andrew Cotter. A treat for dog lovers everywhere, and the perfect antidote to our times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOlive, Mabel and Me\u003c\/em\u003e is a story by Andrew Cotter, a former sports broadcaster, who explains how, after a career commentating on Olympic Games, World Cups, and Wimbledon finals, he is now better known for describing the daily lives of his Labradors, Olive and Mabel. This tale also delves into the viral videos they've starred in and their countless views worldwide. Above all, it is about the adventures Andrew has had with Olive and Mabel and his love for them during the very strangest of times, when many found solace in their pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAndrew Cotter is renowned as one of the world's best-known sports broadcasters. When international golf, tennis, and rugby events were cancelled due to lockdowns, he found himself at a loose end. He then chose to apply his brilliant commentating skills to contests between his Labradors, Olive and Mabel, which led to an internet sensation. The series of videos, including the famous \u003cem\u003eGame of Bones\u003c\/em\u003e, has been viewed nearly 40 million times on social media, resonating with dog owners and sports fans alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring lockdown, Andrew even provided commentary for the nightly march of the fairy penguins on Phillip Island in Victoria — a video viewed by millions. In \u003cem\u003eOlive, Mabel and Me\u003c\/em\u003e, Andrew gives us a different kind of commentary, sharing a heartwarming account of life with his dogs. This book is the complete narrative of their rise to internet stardom and how exploring the outdoors helps them find peace, joy, and happiness away from the media's hectic world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully written, touching, and funny, \u003cem\u003eOlive, Mabel and Me\u003c\/em\u003e is, above all, a book about the love we have for our dogs, especially during strange and difficult times of social isolation. It is a treat for dog lovers everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46344268316908,"sku":"9781922330932","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11720443482872.jpg?v=1744014368"},{"product_id":"dog-days-by-andrew-cotter-9781922458889","title":"Dog Days","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith more than 87 million views on YouTube, lockdown superstar Labradors Olive and Mabel are back with a second book about their meteoric year of fame, now available in B format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eDog Days: A Year with Olive \u0026amp; Mabel\u003c\/em\u003e, join Andrew Cotter as he takes you behind the scenes and into the pages of his diary to reveal just how extraordinary the year has been and what really happened after his lockdown superstar Labradors chewed up the internet and found it was quite tasty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor Olive, Mabel, and Andrew, the past year has been like no other. With normal work cancelled or scaled back for so long, it has been a time to take stock and share experiences—both the everyday and the decidedly odd. Here Andrew takes a sharply observed and often hilarious walk through the strangest of days for all of us, reflecting on how precious our time really is, especially the time we have with our dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful, comical, endlessly optimistic, and eternally hungry Olive and Mabel (and Andrew) have padded around from the Cheltenham Literary Festival to \u003cem\u003e60 Minutes Australia\u003c\/em\u003e, from their living room studio with \u003cem\u003eABC News Breakfast\u003c\/em\u003e to an appearance on \u003cem\u003eGood Morning America\u003c\/em\u003e, and from obscurity to excited whispers of \"Is that really Olive \u0026amp; Mabel?\" wherever they go. Not to mention the lucrative merchandise and advertising deals that were turned down by the dozen, and the odd phone call from Hollywood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough it all, Olive and Mabel have always done exactly what they do best: being themselves and being there for Andrew—and for all of us who have loved watching their brilliant videos and following their progress online. If you're a fan of Olive, Mabel, and Andrew, this funny, touching, and extraordinary account of a year like no other is an unmissable treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46370831859948,"sku":"9781922458889","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781922458889.jpg?v=1744848938"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/andrew-cotter.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}