Bronze Medal Winner, International Book Awards

The Art of Bwaling - According to the Pink Dog

by S. mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

Life’s messy stresses? The Pink Dog has a cure: The Art of Bwaling. In five simple, playful steps, this award-winning little book shows you how to release stress, return to peace, and maybe laugh out loud along the way. Blending wit, rhymes, ancient wisdom, and charming illustrations, Bwaling is mindfulness with a wag and a wink. Readers call it “refreshing as a cool glass of lemonade” and “a gem I return to again and again.” The first book in the According to The Pink Dog series, it’s light enough to carry anywhere, deep enough to carry you home.

About The Book

Are life’s messy stresses weighing you down? Let the Pink Dog lift you up with The Art of Bwaling — five simple steps to release stress and return to peace. Equal parts humorous and sacred, this playful, award-winning little book blends wit, canine wisdom, rhyming inspiration, and whimsical illustrations into a lighthearted guide to mindfulness that will make you smile while you de-stress.

Praised by Grammy-winner Rosanne Cash, author and President Emeritus of The Institute of Noetic Sciences-Marilyn Schlitz, PhD, along with psychotherapists, business leaders, yoga and meditation teachers, The Art of Bwaling is both a balm and a giggle — “refreshing as a cool glass of lemonade,” “a gem I return to again and again for joy and clarity.”

As the very first volume in the According to The Pink Dog series, this book opens the door to a collection of small but mighty companions — playful, soulful guides for remembering how to breathe, let go, and shine.

Light enough to carry anywhere, deep enough to carry you home, The Art of Bwaling is a delightful reminder that freedom, peace, and joy may be closer than we think — sometimes just a breath and a wag away.

As with every volume in their magical bookstore, Mounu and the Pink Dog always invite you to journey inward, discover your own luminous light within, and share it outward into the world.

““Read it all the way through, and feel refreshed. Later, as something reminds you of a line or a picture from the book, you will realize that a new way of looking at the world has found its way into your perception. It is truly remarkable how something so simple at first glance can be so deep and wise. Isn't everything that way? I offer deep gratitude to the Pink Dog and mounu.” ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “The authors' poetry is memorable like the hook of a song playing over and over ...” ~~~~~~~~ “Any one of the five steps will release stress and is guaranteed to increase your mindfulness. A book to be treasured and shared. It's at the top of my gift list for sure." ~~~~~~~~~~~ “A wonderfully powerful little book! It is a quick, must read for anyone in transition. Mounu's and Pink Dog's words of wisdom take the reader onto the most direct path to personal freedom and happiness. This book is a great anchor for staying focused and grounded in self-empowerment. Looking forward to the rest of the series!" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “This old dog can teach you some new tricks.” ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “This a fun, light-heated journey to mindfulness. I loved the humor and playfulness. Pink is amazing and so is Mounu! All hail the Pink Dog!" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “After reading this precious book my burdens feel lighter and my heart feels happier. I am definitely going to keep it close at hand to help me in those moments I feel stressed. I am so happy this amazing book is part of my life.” ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ”

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MokshaDoodle Books

Books to Heal~Uplift~Inspire~Entertain and Enlighten

We are envisioning our bookstore as the go-to gift shop for everyone who longs to share lighthearted yet deeply profound wisdom—books that not only spread Light in our chaotic world but also encourage readers to discover their own inner Lighthouse, always shining, always ready to welcome them Home. MokshaDoodle Books “At the heart of every MokshaDoodle tale is a playful plunge into the deep. Blending lighthearted whimsy with soulful wisdom, these books invite readers to breathe, laugh, and listen inward. Through rhythmic rhymes and vibrant visions, they explore mindfulness, stress relief, and the art of expanding consciousness—with a wink and a warm hug. Whether easing tension or tickling the spirit, each story is a lantern in the dark, guiding readers back to the joy, stillness, and sparkle within. S. mounu Riddell and her co-writer, The Pink Dog, share these books as offerings of love—woven with Light, Joy, Laughter, and healing wisdom. Their hope is simple: that every heart who visits this bookstore carries away a deeper connection with themselves, and a little more of their own Light to share with the world.” An early reader described their work as ‘Rumi meets Dr. Seuss’ and all their readers since have wholeheartedly agreed with this description. Their first book, ‘The Art of Bwaling-According to The Pink Dog’ was a Bronze Award Winner and a ‘Readers Favorite’ in an International publishing contest. As one professional reviewer for the contest said in part, “I loved the book, the concept, the messages in it, and the author’s way of handling a relevant topic in a different, refreshing, and unique way. I would say the book is definitely a must-read for everyone as the author, along with her Pink Dog, teaches us how to de-stress our lives without stressing too much.” All of their work focuses on Stress Relief from very stressful topics, and the exploration of our inner depths or as they refer to those depths, ‘The Tavern of the Divine.’ Although The Pink Dog got her wings a few years ago, she continues to connect with mounu in many ways. She continues to co-write, comfort and teach mounu on a daily basis. We hope you enjoy exploring many topics in our bookstore, and that you will share our books as gifts for all occasions.

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Mother Gaia Earth Rhymes

For 21st Century Children of All Ages

by S. mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

“A Treasury of Treasures✨🌎🌿
A rhythmic, heartfelt collection of eco-poems inspired by the classic Mother Goose rhymes — Mother Gaia Earth Rhymes celebrates our living planet with humor, hope, and love for readers of all ages.

Pink Poetry from Somewhere Over the Rainbow Bridge

An Exploration of Life after Death According to The Pink Dog and Quantum Physics

by S. mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

Pink Poetry from Somewhere Over the Rainbow Bridge is a tender, mischievous, and mystical collection of poems received by Mounu from her beloved Pink Dog since she crossed over on May 11, 2023. Blending Celtic wisdom, quantum wonder, and the fierce heart of a devoted companion, these poems explore invisibility, indivisibility, and the way love simply transforms — never ending, only changing form. With playful reverence and aching honesty, this volume offers comfort to those who grieve, celebration to those who remember, and small rituals for anyone seeking a soft landing. Quotations, songs, and intuitive nudges from Pinkerdoo weave through the pages like starlight. A book to read aloud, to whisper at bedtime, or to keep by the teacup for solace and a sly smile.

How To Rewire Your Brain

According to The Pink Dog

by S. mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

How to Rewire Your Brain ~ According to The Pink Dog offers a lighthearted but profound reminder: the thoughts we rehearse are the lives we live. With her trademark mix of humor and wisdom, The Pink Dog shows us how to shift our thinking patterns, release stress, and reprogram our minds for joy, peace, and possibility.

We~Are~Unity

According to The Pink Dog

by S.mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

In We Are Unity, The Pink Dog reminds us that despite the divisions of culture, politics, and fear, we are — at the deepest level — one luminous community. Made of stardust, children of Gaia, we twinkle brightest when we remember our unity and let our light dissolve the darkness.

The Problem With Problems

According to The Pink Dog

by S.mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

Think you have problems? The Pink Dog thinks otherwise. 🐾
The Problem With Problems blends playful poetry, whimsical wisdom, and soulful guidance to show how stress and worry exist only when we feed them. Step into the playful carousel of “happy little ponies” and let go of what weighs you down.

As the fourth book in the According to The Pink Dog series, Mounu and Pinkerdoo invite you to laugh, breathe, and discover the bright light within — reminding you that joy and freedom are always just a wag, a breath, or a smile away.

The Pink Dog Chronicles

From the Tavern of the Divine Volume I

by S.mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

Ready for a magical escape? The Pink Dog Chronicles opens the door to the Tavern of the Divine, where poetry, laughter, and centuries of canine wisdom await you.
Step into The Pink Dog Chronicles and discover the Tavern of the Divine — a timeless sanctuary within your own heart, where playful poems carry whispers of ancient wisdom and joy.

The Pink Dog Chronicles Volume ll “Aging In The Tavern”

From the Tavern of the Divine

by S. mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

The Pink Dog Chronicles, Volume II: Aging in the Tavern
In this playful, soulful collection, mounu and her beloved Pink Dog—descendant of a long line of Sentries for the Tavern of the Divine—invite us to reimagine aging as transformation, possibility, and grace. Through whimsical, heart-stirring poetry, they remind us that every wrinkle holds wonder, every year can be a chrysalis, and every breath can carry us deeper into the stillness of our own inner Tavern of the Divine.

The Pink Dog Chronicles Volume III “The Tavern of Forgotten Woes”

From the Tavern of the Divine

by S.mounu Riddell and The PinkDog

The Pink Dog Chronicles, Volume III: The Tavern of Forgotten Woes is a soulful collection of poetry offering refuge in turbulent times. With wisdom passed down from generations of sentries, The Pink Dog reminds us that even in a world of chaos, there is always a sacred place within where we can restore our peace, heal our wings, and rise again.

The Pink Dog Chronicles Volume IV Pink Dog’s Plea for the Planet-The Savage Wizards

From the Tavern of the Divine

by S.mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

In The Pink Dog Chronicles, Volume IV: Pink Dog’s Plea for the Planet – The Savage Wizards, Pink and Mounu shine a soulful light on the climate crisis we now face. Drawing wisdom from Indigenous traditions once misnamed “savage,” and from the ancient wizards who practiced alchemy and balance, they remind us that fierce love and sacred action can heal our Earth. With poetry both urgent and hopeful, this book invites us to awaken our inner Savage Wizard—to rise with wisdom, courage, and reverence for Mother Gaia.

The Pink Dog Chronicles Volume V “Dancing In The Tavern”

From the Tavern of the Divine

by S. mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

In Dancing in the Tavern, Volume V of The Pink Dog Chronicles, Pink leads us onto life’s great dance floor—reminding us that even avoidance can become a void dance. From the waltz of fear to the tango of depression, she shows us how to step, twirl, and laugh our way through the human journey. Playful yet profound, this book reminds us that dancing is our natural way of walking through the world—and the Tavern is always waiting to teach us the steps.

The Pink Dog Chronicles Volume VI “Prayer In The Tavern”

From the Tavern of the Divine

by S. mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

Every book in The Pink Dog Chronicles is born from the wisdom of The Pink Dog, faithful Sentry of the Tavern of the Divine, and her co-writer Mounu. Together, they invite readers into the Tavern’s timeless sanctuary—where stress dissolves, mindfulness blossoms, and the still small voice of the heart can be heard. Through playful yet profound poetry, these books support a path of consciousness, meditation, and inner peace, reminding us that the Divine is never far away but alive within each of us.

In Prayer in the Tavern, Volume VI of The Pink Dog Chronicles, Mounu and The Pink Dog remind us that prayer is not only in words, but in every breath, every song, every smile. From the branches of a Magnolia tree to the wisdom of the Tavern’s Sentry, this book invites us to discover that life itself can be a prayer.

The Pink Dog Chronicles Volume VII “Infinity In The Tavern Again”

From the Tavern of the Divine

by S. mounu Riddell and The Pink Dog

Infinity in the Tavern Again invites readers to return to the timeless Tavern of the Divine, where The Pink Dog — Sentry across lifetimes — reminds us that infinity is not “out there,” but found in the stillness of our own hearts. From a Magnolia tree in East Texas to the quantum depths of the cosmos, this volume celebrates the playful, infinite dance of love that transforms despair into clarity and chaos into grace.

The Gift

Of A Heartbreaking Choice

by The Pink Dog and S.mounu Riddell

A tender poem of comfort from The Pink Dog.
Already bringing light to grieving hearts, The Gift is available as a free digital copy when you join our Readers’ List on our website at
https://pinkdogmagicproductions.com/
or purchase the paperback here on our bookstore. For those who wish to hold it in their hands or give as a keepsake, the printed edition is offered here at a special price.
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