{"product_id":"scrim-a-new-orleans-story-of-resilience-and-rescue-9798992741308","title":"Scrim: A New Orleans Story of Resilience and Rescue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSCRIM: A New Orleans Story of Resilience and Rescue\u003c\/i\u003e chronicles the heartwarming and epic journey of Scrim the terrier throughout New Orleans in picture book form for animal lovers everywhere. A true story, and originally featured in \u003ci\u003eThe Times-Picayune, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, ABC, CBS \u0026amp; NBC News and more, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eScrim became an instant hero, \"a living, panting embodiment of the spirit of New Orleans.\" -\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis touching and beguilingly nuanced illustrated book, the story of a terrier-mix rescue who overcame trauma and hardships and kept going despite it all, is sure to be cherished, collected, and gifted by dog lovers and those who empathize with the obstacles all rescues face and endure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthor Kaye Courington, a lifelong animal lover and advocate, \"wrote this book because Scrim's story represents the resiliency and strong community of New Orleans. So many people came together to find and help Scrim--I'm not sure that would've happened anywhere else.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMichelle Cheramie, founder\/owner of Zeus' Rescues, coalesced a community of volunteers for some nine months to aid in Scrim's ultimate journey to his forever home. That journey (documented by a srimtracker.com) encompassed evading death at a former shelter, surviving a hurricane, two gunshot wounds, dodging a train, crossing an interstate highway, and the 2025 New Orleans six-inch snowstorm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than just a story, \u003ci\u003eSCRIM\u003c\/i\u003e is a testament to resilience and the lifesaving power of pet rescue. In an inspiring gesture of giving back, the author is donating all of her royalties to local rescues to support animals in need. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee Scrim in film and print QR codes included in the back matter of the book for all readers. Including articles from \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Times-Picayune\u003c\/i\u003e and videos from CBS, NBC and Scrim's Happy Dance and Scooby and Scrim I LOVE Mornings to experience the FUR-ever joy of Scrim finally at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCourington, Kaye:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Beyond her distinguished legal career, \u003cb\u003eKaye Courington\u003c\/b\u003e is deeply committed to community service, serving on the boards of the LA\/MS Leukemia \u0026amp; Lymphoma Society, the Louise S. McGehee School, the Newcomb Institute Advisory Council, and the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. She brings her passion for storytelling and love for animals to her debut book, \u003ci\u003eScrim: A New Orleans Story of Resilience and Rescue\u003c\/i\u003e chronicling Scrim's journey through the heart of New Orleans. In a testament to her dedication to animal welfare, all proceeds from her royalties will be donated to rescue organizations such as Zeus's Rescue and the Humane Society of Louisiana. Originally from Savannah, Kaye has called New Orleans home for over forty years.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBennett, Aileen:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cb\u003eAileen Bennett\u003c\/b\u003e is an illustrator, writer, and award-winning speaker. She is the author and illustrator of \u003ci\u003eA Little Book About Fire \u003c\/i\u003e(Susan Schadt Press), and is also the illustrator of \u003ci\u003eLila Said No\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDog Island, \u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eLila Duray: A Collection of Delectable Poems, \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of King Cake\u003c\/i\u003e. She is originally from London, England, and has lived in the United States for twenty years. Happily married to an American, when she isn't traveling, Aileen works in her studio with the assistance of a white dog called Mr. Blue. She has an insatiable curiosity, bulletproof enthusiasm, and a slight obsession with surfing. She lives in Louisiana.","brand":"Susan Schadt Press LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51603331940626,"sku":"9798992741308","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_7c2a6cab-1af7-4146-a097-4a564fb024ce.jpg?v=1757434476","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/scrim-a-new-orleans-story-of-resilience-and-rescue-9798992741308","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}