Square Peg triumphs in five-way auction for Rory Cellan-Jones' story of dog adoption

"Bright-eyed, big-eared and trembling, Sophie arrives in London from central Europe on 17th December. Rory holds the Romanian rescue in his arms, excited for their first walk together – unaware it is more than a year away. Sophie from Romania follows the journey of her adoption – from her battles with anxiety, to the joys of play and her first foray outside – as Rory and Diane work with expert dog trainer Si to win Sophie’s trust, and navigate Rory’s Parkinson’s diagnosis."  

Cellan-Jones said: "Within days of a very nervous Romanian rescue dog arriving at our home and retreating behind our sofa she was winning the hearts of thousands of online followers. That community of Sophie lovers has continued to grow and I’m very excited to be working with Square Peg to tell the story of our life with her and her long slow journey away from fear."

Tatepo added: "Sophie and Rory’s tender story has captured the heart of the nation. Over the past year, Rory has emerged as the Internet’s favourite dog dad by navigating the highs and lows of welcoming a new family member in his life with love, care and vulnerability. Thousands of #SophieFromRomania fans have avidly followed his daily dispatches, but as readers will discover, there’s more than meets the eye… This is a major publication for Square Peg, and Vintage – we are so excited to share Sophie’s full story."