Have you missed our beloved gassy pug Phoebe? She's back for a new adventure in Ode to a Pug: I'm a BIG Dog!, the fourth book in the rhyming picture book series by award-winning author-illustrator duo Jill Rosen and Steph Rohr. Explore the BIG dog park with Phoebe and win a fantastic prize pack complete with author-signed books, pug plushies and stickers!
My Review:
Full of hilarious mishaps captured in comical pictures and playful rhymes, Ode to a Pug: I'm a BIG Dog! breaks down the process of figuring out where one belongs while celebrating courage, confidence, community and unconditional love.
Phoebe loves Park Day, when she can enjoy outdoor play with her friends in the park exclusive to small dogs. After seeing all the fun the BIG dogs are having on the other side of the fence however, Phoebe feels the urge to try something new. Nothing can stop her from venturing into the BIG dog park. Will she impress the big guys and have a good time there? Regardless, she steals the spotlight when being spoiled by her human Mom.
Taking a funny, curious and adventurous pug's perspective, the story showcases both the excitement and risk of making a bold move. It applauds Phoebe's courage to step out of her comfort zone and take on big challenges. Meanwhile, it suggests that growing up takes time and patience. Staying where you belong gives you joy, confidence and a sense of security. Being loved and seen matters more than being big in size.
The book's humorous narrative is perfectly complemented by its amusing, expressive illustrations, which bring out the cuteness and quirkiness of a comedic pug. The colorful, lively pictures also help familiarize young readers with dogs in different sizes and of different breeds.
Witty and cozy, Ode to a Pug: I'm a BIG Dog! is a charming addition to the adorable series. It speaks to dog lovers of all ages and young children who can hardly wait to experience the thrill of all those BIG kids' rides.
About the Book:
Ages: 4–6 | 36 Pages
Publisher: Pug House Books Inc. (2026) | ISBN: 978-1-0695069-6-2
Anyone who has stared down a “You must be this tall to enter” sign will cheer on Phoebe’s latest quest to rule the BIG dog park the way only a pug can. Giggle along as a couple of compact canines stubbornly take on the BIG dogs in another hilarious, heart-warming adventure from the author of the award-winning Ode to a Pug books. Will our favorite gassy pug learn that the grass isn’t always greener? Or will her pug-powered determination pay off? A laugh-out-loud, adorably illustrated, rhyming tale of pup perseverance, perfect for children ages 2–8 and dog lovers of all ages.
Purchase links: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Bookshop.org
About the Author:
Jill Rosen is an award-winning, bestselling author and career marketer and advertiser. She lives with two kids, three dogs, two cats, and a former stand-up comic and Princeton sketch-comedy writing husband—so she doesn’t need to go far for comedic inspiration. Through her brand management work, Jill’s appreciation for powerful writing and artistic design only grew. She is a seasoned workshop facilitator and strategic healthcare consultant, specializing in mental health and infertility. Jill was inspired to begin writing her own stories by her two boys, both avid readers.
To learn more, visit odetoapug.com. Follow on Instagram and Amazon.
About the Illustrator:
Steph Rohr is a French award-winning children’s book illustrator who earned a distinction from ECV Art School in Paris. She is fond of anything silly, funny, wacky, daft, and colorful. A freelance illustrator and art director, Steph has been working in London in publishing and advertising.
Follow Steph on Instagram.
One lucky Grand Prize winner will receive signed hardcover copies of Ode to a Pug: I’m a BIG Dog! and the original Ode to a Pug, plus two custom pug plushies and two die-cut stickers!
Eleven additional winners will each receive a hardcover copy of Ode to a Pug: I’m a BIG Dog!
Giveaway ends 6/21. Open to US & Canada 18+. Please click on the image below to fill out the entry form. Good luck!
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Pug House Books. All views and opinions expressed are my own. icefairy's Treasure Chest is not responsible for winner selection or prize fulfillment.
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