Natalie Cox

Natalie Cox is a lifelong fan of both romantic comedy and dogs, and wrote her first book with an ancient chocolate Labrador panting by her side. Together, they placed second in the Dog-and-Owner-Most-Alike Competition at their local county show, and no doubt would have taken home the trophy if they'd worn matching collars. Sadly, the day she received her publication offer, Natalie's canine muse went to that great dog park in the sky. But she has since adopted a mantle Great Dane, Grace, who makes up in brawn what she lacks in brains, and Billie, a Merle Great Dane puppy whose life's ambition is to annoy her elder sister. Follow their antics on Instagram. When not being pestered by dogs, Natalie divides her time between writing and bookselling. She co-owns one of London's leading independent bookshops, Ink@84 Books in Highbury. Do drop by if you're in the neighbourhood. Discerning canine readers also welcome...