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Esther the Wonder Pig
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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Unlikely pig owners Steve and Derek got a whole lot more than they bargained for when the designer micro piglet they adopted turned out to be a full-sized 600-pound sow! In the bestselling tradition of pet memoirs such as Oogy, Dewey, and Giant George, the story of ESTHER THE WONDER PIG shows how families really do come in all shapes and sizes. In the summer of 2012, Steve Jenkins was contacted by an old friend about adopting a micro piglet. Though he knew his partner Derek wouldn't be enthusiastic, he agreed to take the adorable little pig anyway, thinking he could care for her himself. Little did he know, that decision would change his and Derek's lives forever. It turned out there was nothing "micro" about Esther, and Steve and Derek had actually signed on to raise a full-sized commercial pig. Within three years, Tiny Esther grew to a whopping 600 pounds. After some real growing pains and a lot of pig-sized messes, it became clear that Esther needed much more space, so Steve and Derek made another life-changing decision: they bought a farm and opened the Happily Ever Esther Farm Sanctuary, where they could care for Esther and other animals in need. Funny, heartwarming, and utterly charming, ESTHER THE WONDER PIG follows Steve and Derek's adventure--from reluctant pig parents to farm-owning advocates for animals.
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MysticFaerie
MysticFaerie
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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5🌟/5🌟

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TheIntrovertedDodoBird
TheIntrovertedDodoBird
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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A huge ray of compassionate sunshine, Esther The Wonder Pig depicts the (true!) love story between two men and their sassy 650-pound pet pig who altered the trajectory of their lives for the better and inspired them (and countless others from all over the world!) to live an Esther Approved lifestyle. Witty, packed full of laughs, tears, piggy antics, and tantrums, is an ode to the famous, not-so-little princess who became an Internet sensation! 🐷

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Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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Susannah This is a wonderful story—and I say that having only read the summary! 🐷❤️ (edited) 5y
dariazeoli @Susannah Agreed! Esther‘s Instagram is pretty wonderful, too! 🐽 5y
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BookishMarginalia
BookishMarginalia
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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A quick, entertaining read. It did not make me vegan, but it did make me smile.

KendallMorganHall I saw them interviewed on a Canadian morning television show a while ago (I believe it was Your Morning) and became obsessed with this little (big) 🐷 6y
JanuarieTimewalker13 I always followed them on FB. Love Esther!!! I gave up pork way before going Vegan...it was another pig that made me do that, Babe, back in 1995. 6y
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Jen2
Jen2
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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Such a sweet story!!

AmyG I follow her on instagram. The whole family of people and animals...they are so sweet. 7y
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Nuwanda
Nuwanda
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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This was a sweet, heartwarming read. I actually really hope there will be a sequel about Esther's life at her owners' new farm and animal sanctuary!

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la_isla
la_isla
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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I love heartwarming tales about animals, and this one made my heart sing. The love these men have for their pig, a most unusual pet, and the lengths they go to in order to keep her is truly awe inspiring.

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Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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When will I stop buying books? NOT TODAY, apparently. I couldn't resist the great #bestsellers #ebookdeals today. In my defense, I needed a book with multiple authors for #aroundtheyearin52books, so Esther will be perfect. #ineedhelp #bookhaul #ebooks #nytbestsellers

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rubyslippersreads
rubyslippersreads
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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It's nice to know that Esther and I have the same #lifegoals. 🐷🐽🐖 Her book is on sale today for Kindle. #kindledeals

Lmstraubie Now that's Some pig 🐷 8y
rubyslippersreads @Lmstraubie 😄🐷🕸🕷 8y
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Lit.Wit.Wine.Dine
Lit.Wit.Wine.Dine
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter

About 1/2 way through this book and loving it!

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Heckinator
Heckinator
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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Excellent little read! I have enjoyed watching Esther's story unfold on FB.

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Heckinator
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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Great little read. Very laughable moments. Doesn't quite make me want to give up meat, but I love the story behind this rescue!

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lilmommareader
lilmommareader
Esther the Wonder Pig: Changing the World One Heart at a Time | Caprice Crane, Steve Jenkins, Derek Walter
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The idea that some lives matter less is the root of all that is wrong with this world. -Dr. Paul Farmer

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lilmommareader
lilmommareader
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The amount of times I've tried this with my dogs is astounding.

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