The Day My Dog Got Famous is the first in a fresh new series that combines a fun story with comic strips and cartoons whilst celebrating foster families.
Accessible, inclusive and funny, it’s aimed at readers 8+ and is perfect for fans of Danny Wallace, Liz Pichon and Katie Kirby.
To read some early reviews, check out this blog post. THIS ONE!
Summary
A few things you should know about Ferris Foster:
1. He’s the cartooning genius behind ASTOUNDOG (star of The Hoot, available exclusively in his school playground).
2. His best friend is his actual dog, Aldo who is anything but astounding.
3. He’s had 13 foster brothers and 8 foster sisters and now he’s about to meet his new foster sister, Tia, for the first time.
4. His NEMESIS is his totally annoying neighbour Destiny Dean!
When Destiny boasts about videos of her dog, Princess Foo-Foo, going viral, Ferris foolishly claims that Aldo can easily become a BIGGER internet star.
There’s just one problem: Aldo has about as much talent as a teaspoon…
Then Ferris and Tia accidentally film Aldo doing what looks like an amazing trick . . . will Aldo finally live up to the name of his comic book alter-ego and wow the world with his skills or is this about to be the biggest EPIC FAIL ever?
Buckle up, you’re in for a dog-tastic adventure, packed with comic strips and cartoons!
What people are saying…
‘Funny, heartfelt and inclusive – a brilliant read!’
Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths
‘On the surface, this is a funny romp of a book…done excellently with great puns, funny illustrations, a dog who will capture your heart and some true sounding kids thoughts and dialogue. This should definitely appeal to fans of Wimpy Kid and the like.
Where the book tips the line to excellent is the touches of diversity and the truths of human life. There are overworked parents not being there for kids. Background kids of all shapes and sizes, Ferris having a ‘hard to place’ foster sister, and two mums, and what that impact that has. It looks at the how and who can be in care, for respite or permanent – and what that looks like for existing children.
Carney’s books are always a fun and zingy ride with my kind of heart at their core and this this is no exception.’
James, bookseller Rogan’s books
‘A really fun story with funny illustrations – your kid’s gonna love it!’
Lauren Layfield, TV presenter and author of Indi Raye is Totally Faking It
‘Warm-hearted, accessible and laugh-out-loud funny. It shows that family is bigger than biology – it’s about who you love and who you look out for – and there’s room for everyone!’
Sarah Hagger-Holt, author of Proud of Me
“Engaging with fab illustrations. Me and my daughter love Jen’s books!”
Helen Rutter, author of The Boy Who Made Everyone Laugh
“a treat to read – as well as comical illustrations, Jen’s writing is always so profound whilst making the reader snort!
“What could easily be a superficial story about two children trying to win a contest is very deep – The Day My Dog Got Famous doesn’t just show the wonder of dogs but it presents a sensitive window into the life of a foster family, as well as the emotions of a young boy who has to deal with children coming in and out of his home for varying lengths of time…
A truly uplifting, hilarious and sensitive read once again from Jen – you must have this in your school or library!”
T Griffiths, AHT and Y6 teacher
“..a fabulous story…that is highly inclusive and…balances humour with heartache to absolute perfection.”
J Sydney, KS2 teacher
Jen Carney 