Originally published by UQP.
Republished by Jabberwocky, with the original book appearing under the alternative title My Dog Made Me Write This Book.
My Dog Doesn't Like Me
St Lucia
:
University of Queensland Press
,
2014
7208990
2014
single work
children's fiction
children's
'A heart-warming new book from the author of Matty Forever.
'Eric was given a dog for this eighth birthday – that was nearly a year ago. The dog, named Ugly (because he is just that), settles into Eric's family but is not attached to Eric in any way. In fact, Ugly prefers everyone else in the family!
'Eric has several crazy ideas to make Ugly love him, but Ugly is not swayed. Eric slowly comes to realise that in order to win over Ugly, he has to put in time, effort and most importantly, show him love and affection.
'A life lesson wrapped up in a beautifully told story that will resonate with kids and parents – and pet lovers.' (Publication summary)
My Dog Gets a Job
St Lucia
:
University of Queensland Press
,
2017
11082450
2017
single work
children's fiction
children's
'My Dog Gets a Job picks up where the very successful My Dog Doesn't Like Me left off. At almost ten years of age, Eric is now the responsible owner of his dog Ugly. But when Ugly is involved in a series of mishaps including the theft of a roast chook and a bedroom decorated with duck poo, it is clear Eric needs to do something to keep his dog out of trouble. Luckily, Eric knows exactly how to solve the problem a Ugly needs a job. But how can Eric find a job for a dog, even if his dog is a genius? Humorous and engaging, My Dog Gets a Job will appeal to pet lovers of all ages.
My Dog Is a Winner
St Lucia
:
University of Queensland Press
,
2020
19703180
2020
single work
children's fiction
children's
'Eric Bright and his doggy best mate, Ugly, are back. They're up against their biggest challenge yet- solving the serious problem looming over Eric's mean and miserable big sister, Gretchen. It's lucky Ugly is the friendliest dog ever. He's a star companion pooch, working with kids at school. He's surely going to rescue Eric's sister - and, on top of that, win almost every category at the upcoming school pet show. Surely.
'But when Ugly goes off his food and refuses to play, Eric must figure out what's hounding him. Can he fix Ugly and Gretchen on his own?
'My Dog is a Winner is a paw-some tale about friendship, compassion, and what it takes to be a real hero.' (Publication summary)
