PHOTOS: Mark Officially Launches 'The Postman And Doggie Woggie'

Dolores Johnson, Catriona Hickey and Ruth Bailey at the launch of Mark Leen’s book, ‘The Postman and Doggie Woggie’ at The Nu Place on Saturday. Photo by Dermot Crean

THE new book from Mark Leen was officially launched by the local businessman, author and entertainer at his cafe, The Nu Place on Bridge Street on Saturday.

‘The Postman And Doggie Woggie’ was inspired by the story of a well-known postman from Tralee, Connie Foley from O’Rahillys Villas, who came to adopt a stray dog which became his best friend.

While ostensibly a children’s book, the story will appeal to anyone who has loved (and lost) a pet, while older readers who remember Connie will find solace and nostalgia in the illustrations of old Tralee and the characters within.

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Mark was joined by family and friends for the launch and Santa himself even dropped by to buy a copy.

The book comes with an audio CD accompaniment featuring Mark reading the story, replete with background music and sound effects.

The book, which would make an ideal Christmas gift, is available to buy from Mark’s cafe, The Nu Place, on Bridge Street and is priced €15. Scroll down for photos…