Buddy the Dog Books

12/22/2023

Gretchen’s status as the author of Buddy the Dog has allowed her to make a big impact on kids and families supported by the Anne Carlsen Center! Check out this video to hear more about Gretchen and her passion to serve those around her.

means something different to everyone. To our own Gretchen Stenehjem, it has meant following a long-held dream — and introducing countless kids ...

12/04/2023

The weather won't get in the way this time - Gretchen is really looking forward to reading in Beach tomorrow!

Tuesday, December 5th Author Gretchen Stenehjem will be here to read and sign her book. We hope you can join us

10/24/2023

I have been looking forward to reading in Beach for weeks! Join me this Friday at Golden Valley County Library.

Please join us this Friday for Coffee and Goodies and meet Gretchen Stenejhem the author of Buddy the Dog. Gretchen will read her book at 3:30 pm. Hope to see you all there

09/22/2023

We are so grateful to our readers who have read the book and left thoughtful messages for us. If you want to grab a copy for yourself, head to our website! 🐾 https://buddythedog.org/how-to-order/

09/15/2023

Did you know you can buy your very own copy of Buddy the Dog IN-STORE? Along with a very cute, very plush, stuffed animal of Buddy!
These are the stores where Buddy is currently for sale:
📕 Ferguson Books - West Fargo, Bismarck, & Grand Forks
📗 Larsen Service Drug - Watford City
📔 Long X Tourism - Watford City
📘 The Story Nook - Jamestown
📙 Country Floral and Greenhouse - Williston

09/12/2023

Meet the talented illustrator behind Buddy the Dog!

Emily Hagen’s beautiful work pairs perfectly with the story Gretchen wrote. We are so lucky to have Emily on our team and are grateful for all of her hard work!

Thanks Emily! 🎉

09/08/2023

With the school year in full swing, we would love to stop by your classroom for a book reading! Know of any students you think could benefit from Buddy’s message? Contact us today! https://buddythedog.org/contact/

09/05/2023

Gretchen wrote Buddy the Dog to encourage readers to be kind to everyone, no matter what. With that in mind, all proceeds from the sale of Buddy the Dog will be donated to the Anne Carlsen Center in Jamestown, North Dakota whose mission aligns perfectly with Buddy’s - making the world a more inclusive place.

08/30/2023

Gretchen had so much fun doing a book reading of Buddy the Dog to a group of first graders at Country Floral and Greenhouse in Williston yesterday. 🐾

Thank you for having us!

08/30/2023

Meet the author!

Gretchen Stenehjem lives in Watford City, North Dakota with her husband, Steve. Together they raised four children and now enjoy spending time with their five grandchildren! Before becoming a Marketing Director, Gretchen worked as an elementary school teacher and a preschool director.

Gretchen and her family adopted Buddy as a lost puppy, and he lived with the Stenehjem family for 13 years.

Want a copy of Buddy the Dog? Head to our website buddythedog.org

08/28/2023

Gretchen will be at Country Floral and Greenhouse in Williston tomorrow Tuesday, August 29, at 10:00 AM for a book reading. She will also be available to sign your copy of Buddy the Dog! Best of all, children in attendance will receive gift bags and treats will be available!

Check out the full article from KEYZ 600 Radio for more information: https://keyzradio.com/watford-citys-gretchen-stenehjem-brings-buddy-the-dog-to-williston-august-29/