A Friend for Hope
written by Amie White
illustrated by Olena Oprich
A heartwarming picture book for ages 4–6.
Nine-year-old Zoe Meadows is the new kid in Ivy Creek. For homeschooled Zoe, every day starts the same: breakfast, then to the living room where Miss Ellis awaits. Only today, Zoe can’t focus—not when she notices neighborhood children playing outside, children she’s yet to meet. Watching all this unfold, Zoe’s parents decide it’s time for a companion—the furry kind, to be precise.
Everything changes when Zoe meets Hope at the dog shelter for the first time. The two girls form an inseparable bond over the following months and find in each other the one thing they both craved for a long, long time: a forever friend.
5 out of 5 fairies
This was such a cute, sweet book. The illustrations are beautiful, and only add to the cozy vibe of the book overall. Zoe is lonely, and her parents decide to take her to adopt a dog. Hope is shy at first, but it isn’t long before she and Zoe become best friends. It’s a nice story about patience and friendship, and a great reminder that sometimes it’s the quiet ones that need the most love and patience. Although I wasn’t homeschooled, I was that quiet kid without a ton of friends, and I remember how quiet our first dog was too! Reading Zoe’s story reminds me how excited I was when we adopted a quiet, sweet dog. I cannot recommend this enough, whether you currently have a furry friend in your life or not!
“A gentle, beautifully illustrated story about loneliness and the quiet kind of friendship that helps kids feel seen.”
— Book Nerdection
“This is a beautiful book that will enchant readers of all ages.”
— Literary Titan
“Values such as empathy and respect are consistently highlighted.”
— Readers’ Favorite
“An absolutely beautiful, charming story, full of heart, empathy, and hope.”
— Goodreads Reader
Winner — 2025 Literary Titan Book Award
Finalist — 2025/2026 Indies Today Awards
Amie White doesn’t just think magic exists—she knows it does. And believes the most powerful kind always comes from within. When she’s not writing, Amie often finds herself enjoying a cosy café and people-watching on the busy streets of London. She loves crafting brave heroines through her writing, teaching readers that sometimes the greatest adventures begin with inner knowing.