When Catherine Martell brought Runty Ralph into the world, she didn’t just save a life; she created a story that continues to touch hearts, inspire hope, and remind people everywhere that even the smallest spark of life can become the brightest light. Her book Runty Ralph – How I Got My Name is more than a children’s story; it is a powerful celebration of love, miracles, and the unspoken bond that forms between a human and the animal who chooses them. Catherine’s journey with Runty Ralph is one of faith, resilience, tenderness, and a miracle that changed the course of her life in ways she could never have imagined.
In a world full of challenges, doubts, and moments that test our courage, stories like Runty Ralph: Visits the Big Dogs arrive like a warm beam of light. Catherine Martell, with her signature heart and wisdom, brings back our beloved little hero, Runty Ralph, in a brand-new adventure that pulses with inspiration, bravery, and the true meaning of being strong.
Catherine Martell is an author with a passion for dogs. That’s evident in the true stories she writes about in her children’s book series. The main character is a little Maltipoo named Runty Ralph. The true stories about Runty Ralph, his adventures and encounters touch something real. The stories are emotional filled with tenderness and inspiration as seen through the eyes of a tiny puppy who survived against the odds, and a woman whose love became the miracle he needed.