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An inspiring and moving memoir of the author's turbulent life with 600 rescue animals Laurie Zaleski never aspired to run an animal rescue; that was her mother Annie's dream. But from girlhood, Laurie was determined to make the dream come true. Thirty years later as a successful businesswoman, she did it, buying a fifteen-acre farm deep in the Pinelands of South Jersey. She was planning to relocate Annie and her caravan of ragtag rescues--horses and goats, dogs and cats, chickens and pigs--when Annie died, just two weeks before moving day. In her heartbreak, Laurie resolved to make her mother's dream her own. In 2001, she established the Funny Farm Animal Rescue outside Mays Landing, New Jersey. Today, she carries on Annie's mission to save abused and neglected animals. Funny Farm is Laurie's story: of promises kept, dreams fulfilled, and animals lost and found. It's the story of Annie McNulty, who fled a nightmarish marriage with few skills, no money, and no resources, dragging three kids behind her and accumulating hundreds of cast-off animals on the way. And lastly, it's the story of the brave, incredible, and adorable animals that were rescued.

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A chronicle of the hardscrabble childhood that sparked [Zaleski's] devotion to all creatures...(Think Educated meets Dr. Dolittle). -- Washington Post A reminder that the bigger your heart, the greater the rewards. -- People An enjoyable read...of a generous and unconventional life. -- Associated Press Charming, funny, inspiring, and hugely entertaining. -- Minneapolis Star Tribune Each new chapter presents an emotionally exciting and enthralling part of her life. -- Michigan Daily Like [Zaleski's] mom, the book is never far from a laugh or a heartwarming story about a rescue animal. -- Philadelphia Inquirer Lovers of the furry and feathery will revel in this feel-good story. -- Publishers Weekly Narrator Erin Moon's...voice rises as triumph begets triumph, dips in the face of obstacles, and never tips into smugness. -- AudioFile The author expertly balances humor and vulnerability while sharing the details of her harrowing childhood, making the book feel like a conversation between friends. -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) This story of grit and resilience is 100 percent inspiring. -- Real Simple Zaleski's animal stories are immensely relatable...Readers may also feel a special connection with Annie and her story of courage and unconditional love. -- Library Journal (starred review)

Author Information

Laurie Zaleski is the founder of the Funny Farm, a charitable organization located in Mays Landing, New Jersey. Since 2000, the farm has welcomed all kinds of rescue animals. Laurie is also the founder and CEO of Art-Z Graphics. She has been named a New Jersey Heartland Hero, is listed in the Who's Who of Professional Women, and has received numerous awards and acknowledgments for her work to save animals and educate the public about animal abuse. Erin Moon is a professional actor and an AudioFile Earphones Award-winning narrator of over 150 novels. She lives and records in beautiful Vancouver, Canada.

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