Hoover, the talking seal
This illustrated children’s book is based upon the true story of an orphaned seal pup who learns to speak through his adopted human parents.
Hoover was able to mimic the sounds of human speech, including a strong Maine accent.
Ages 6–12 • 40 pages • Soft Cover
Peek Inside the Book
Enjoy a couple of sample pages to see the art and storytelling style.
What Parents Are Saying
It’s based on a true story, just charming and so interesting. If only it were more widely available! Almost anyone would enjoy it.”
— Cooks for Dogs, Reviewer
“It made a 65 year olds day! She has told us (the family) for the past 30+ yrs that she was at the N.E. Aquarium one day when she encountered a “sea lion or seal” start speaking to her! She kept telling us he said “Hello There” in a very deep voice and his entire neck would jiggle as he said it!”
— Donna, daughter in law
Unusual and just so good!
— Mark T, Reader
Why Kids Love It
Beautiful Illustrations
Bright, friendly artwork keeps little readers engaged on every page.
Perfect Bedtime Story
Short, rhythmic wording make this a calming bedtime favorite.
A True Story
As fantastic as it seems, this is a true story of a seal that mimics the sound of human speech with a thick Maine accent.
Meet the Author
Derek Kaloust is a corporate attorney who grew up in the small fishing town of Gloucester, Massachusetts. Derek now resides in Tampa, Florida with his wife Nikki and his son Cole.
Derek was originally inspired to write “Hoover, the talking seal” while visiting his mother-in-law Sally Barusso (“Sally the Secretary”). At dinner one night, Sally explained that she often visited a talking seal during her lunch breaks while working in Boston. Not believing Sally’s story, Derek researched the facts and was amazed to learn the true story of Hoover, the talking seal.
Ready to begin the adventure?
Order today and make bedtime a little more magical.