The Watch Dog Is Mad is a humorous look at an intern fresh from journalism school who is eager to show his business ability. His use of the mass media using sensational headlines to sell newspapers quickly brings financial success but chaos in the community. In this book the mystery involves the intern and the editor of the Sassafras Springs Gazette who have a lot of surprises as they get to know each other. The intern learns the responsibilities of operating a small town newspaper are more important than most realize.