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Moon Dog

A heart-warming animal tale of bravery and friendship
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Moon Dog by Jane Elson is a heartwarming children's story about friendship, courage, and the bond between a young girl and a dog within the backdrop of a city. As the main characters navigate their challenges, they discover the value of trust and the power of working together to overcome adversity. The narrative beautifully captures the emotional journey as they strive to bring a sense of belonging into their lives.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this enchanting children's book if you love heartwarming tales of friendship, courage, and adventure. Set against a backdrop of mystery and discovery, it combines empathetic storytelling with themes of family and perseverance, making it a delightful read for young readers who enjoy stories filled with warmth and imagination.

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Moon Dog

A heart-warming animal tale of bravery and friendship between a lost boy, a daring girl and the dog next door - from an author celebrated for her honest, heartfelt and inclusive stories.

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WINNER OF THE BARKER BOOK AWARDS

A heart-warming animal tale of bravery and friendship between a lost boy, a daring girl and the dog next door β€” from an author celebrated for her honest, heartfelt and inclusive stories. Perfect for fans of Hannah Gold's The Last Bear and Carlie Sorosiak's I, Cosmo.

Marcus and Delilah couldn't be more different.

He is as big as she is tiny. As angry and lost as she is tremendous and brave.

But they share a dream: to own a dog of their own.

So when a mystery pup turns up in the empty house next door, Marcus can't believe his luck. He visits him every night and names him Moon Dog.

But it's soon clear that Moon Dog is in danger, and when Marcus and Delilah discover a dark secret it will test their bravery and their friendship.

Can they work together to save their dream dog?

From the much-loved, award-winning author of A Room Full of Chocolate and How to Fly with Broken Wings.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444955705

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 August 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 195g

Pages: 256

About the Author

After performing as an actress and comedy improviser, Jane fell into writing stories and plays. Her have won many awards and she has twice been nominated for the Carnegie Medal.

Jane is loud and proud about her dyslexia and when not writing likes to mentor Neurodiverse young people and promote the gift of alternative thinking. She is honoured the platform Women Beyond The Box elected her as one of the top 50 Neurodivergent Women influences.

Jane is an advocate for charities close to her heart such as Nacoa and All Dogs Matter - whose dog shows she has lots of fun judging!

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