Calvin and Pudge and the Great Valentine Rescue

Sometimes the smallest gestures save the day

By: Steven Doornbos

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Valentine’s Day is supposed to be full of hearts, kindness, and smiles.
But in Maplewood, something has gone wrong.
When cards start disappearing and kindness seems to fade, one boy notices what others overlook—and his loyal beagle senses trouble even sooner. As classrooms grow quieter and hearts grow heavier, Calvin and Pudge discover that saving Valentine’s Day isn’t about candy or decorations.
It’s about words.
The ones we share.
The ones we hold back.
And the ones that can change everything when they finally find their way home.
Calvin and Pudge and the Great Valentine Rescue is a heartwarming story about friendship, empathy, courage, and the power of noticing when something doesn’t feel right. Filled with warmth, gentle humor, and meaningful moments, this story reminds readers that kindness doesn’t belong to just one day—and that even small voices can make a big difference.