Tag: Books According to Dog and Owl

Books According to Dog and Owl is out TODAY

Posted on October 22, 2026 by - Books, Non Fiction

BOOKS ACCORDING TO DOG AND OWL, my love letter to reading – for the National Year of Reading 2026, with stunning illustrations by Tim Smart, is out today, published by Hachette Children’s Group.

It tells the story of Girl, and her Baby Brother, and how a very patient Dog and rather magical Story Owl help them both discover the magic of books and reading, in very different ways.

For the young beginning their reading journey or the old who want raising out of a reading slump… gift this gorgeous hardback to anyone who wants reading back in their life.

Available in all good bookstores and online now.

 

Trailer cover reveal for Books According to Dog and Owl – preorder now!

Posted on July 31, 2026 by - Books, Non Fiction

⭐A truly special gift for young readers, to remind us all why reading is magic 📚

Join Girl, her loyal companion Dog, and new arrival Baby Brother on a magical journey to discover books in Books According to Dog and Owl, by bestselling and award-winning Piers Torday.

From the quiet magic of libraries to the warmth of sharing stories at home, their world, reflections, adventures and questions celebrate the beauty of a childhood shaped by books.

🎨Beautiful illustrations by Tim Smart
📖Combines lyrical storytelling with real insights into the benefits of reading
💙A heartfelt celebration for readers of all ages to share together
Books According to Dog and Owl publishes 22nd October 2026 and is available to preorder now!

[Video description: Illustrations from the book, followed by the book cover on a designed background with the words ‘A story to remind us why reading matters’]