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The Pug who wanted to be an Elf
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Have yourself a Peggy little Christmas! The world's favourite pug is back with a funny and festive story.
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Have yourself a Peggy little Christmas! The world's favourite pug is back with a funny and festive story. Peggy and her family have won a dream winter holiday to Lapland! But sadly, Dad's work means that he can't go with them. Chloe is sad because their trip won't be as special if her whole family isn't together for Christmas. Peggy knows there's only one person who can help them - Santa Claus! Can she find a way to to become an elf and work some Christmas magic?
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The Pug who wanted to be a Bunny
There's some-bunny new in Peggy's family - and she's hopping mad! A funny new pug-venture from the bestselling author of THE PUG WHO WANTED TO BE A UNICORN.Peggy the pug's family have adopted an adorable little bunny, just in time for Easter. Peggy used to be top dog, but now she has to share their attention with this long-eared newcomer....Paperback$1699Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
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Have yourself a Peggy little Christmas! The world's favourite pug is back with a funny and festive story. Peggy and her family have won a dream winter holiday to Lapland! But sadly, Dad's work means that he can't go with them. Chloe is sad because their trip won't be as special if her whole family isn't together for Christmas. Peggy...Paperback$1799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
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The Pug who wanted to be a Reindeer
When her family loses its Christmas spirit, Peggy heads to the North Pole to get it back! A festive adventure starring a loveable little pug with a heart of gold.The perfect Christmas gift for children aged 5 years and up!Peggy's family has lost its Christmas spirit and Peggy is desperate to help them get it back. The little pug wishes...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781408365038
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 October 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Orchard Books
Illustration: Black and white line artwork
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 16.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 137g
Pages: 160
About the Author
Bella Swift is a children's book editor who has written many successful children's book series under a variety of pen names. She lives in London with her husband, her two daughters and a pet cat - but dreams about getting a dog!
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When a superhero movie is filming in town, Peggy can't wait to meet the cast. But things don't go to plan as Peggy tries to prove that she can be a super dog, just like the superheroes in the movie. Peggy the pug soon learns that real superheroes don't wear capes or have superpowers, but are just the people who...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
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