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Description
Bub has a new hobby: BASKETBALL! He's so good that Bella convinces him to become a doggie basketball coach. Bub loves playing, but he isn't sure how he feels about being in the spotlight.
Can Bub's friends help him balance being a sports star with staying true to himself? This funny and charming diary-format early chapter book is perfect for anyone who believes a furry pal is the best kind of friend.
Gr 1-3--Baron Von Bubbles, also known as Bub the Pug, is back--this time as a budding sports star. When his owner Bella discovers his talent for shooting a small basketball into a hoop, she starts a training camp to teach other dogs the trick. Initially, Bub enjoys making Bella happy. However, when she invites the whole neighborhood to watch him perform, stage fright takes over, and he not only misses the shot but also lets out an embarrassing toot, making the moment even more awkward. The lined-paper aesthetic, combined with cartoon illustrations and speech bubbles, gives the book a diary-like feel that is easy for kids to follow. This is a lighthearted, silly story that children will love. VERDICT A must-have, especially for libraries where the "Diary of a Pug" series is popular.
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Kirkus Reviews
Praise for Pug Blasts Off (Diary of a Pug #1):
May's cutesy, full-color cartoon art sets the tone for this pug-tastic romp for the new-to-chapter-books crowd. Bub's infectious first-person narration pushes the silly factor off the charts.
Praise for Pug's Snow Day (Diary of a Pug #2):
The full-color cartoon illustrations, especially of Bub, are adorably expressive and certain to please the age group. A strong, accessible diary story for readers seeking an adorable animal tale.
Kyla May is an Australian illustrator, writer, and designer. She is the creator and illustrator of two early chapter book series: Lotus Lane (Chemin du Lotus) and Diary of a Pug (Journal d'un carlin). She is also the illustrator of The Sloth Life and The Underdogs series. In addition to books, Kyla creates animation. She lives by the beach in Victoria, Australia, with her three daughters.
