Author and farmer Jon Katz will talk about his new novel, Rose in a Storm, at the Edgartown Public Library at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 29.

It’s as a writer about dogs, particularly farm dogs, that Mr. Katz has built his following. This story is told from the view of Rose, a dedicated working dog. It is the first novel inspired by life on Bedlam Farm, the real-life place of his escape from the city, which has been celebrated in many of his New York Times bestselling books. Mr. Katz has been hailed as the heir to All Creatures Great and Small author James Herriot, for such books as Soul of a Dog, Izzy & Lenore, and The Dogs of Bedlam Farm.

All are welcome to attend Mr. Katz’s free program. Copies of his books will be on display, and time will be allowed for questions and answers.