The Barking Puppy by Lori Lobenstine Illustrated by Il Sung Na

THE BARKING PUPPY (Book 1)

by Lori Lobenstine, Illustrated by Il Sung Na

Introducing a heartwarming and humorous middle grade series that celebrates friendship, community, and the power of creativity.

“A gentle family-and community-centered read that dog lovers will lap right up.” Kirkus Review

Coming April 22, 2025
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When Sophie and her two Jack Russell terriers move to Boston, she's excited not to be the only brown kid in the neighborhood anymore. She instantly likes the quirky teenager named Juno next door and her pug, Bonney. But not everything's easy. Her classmates make fun of her Vermont overalls. The upstairs neighbor hates barking. And Bonney needs surgery that Juno's family can't afford.

So Sophie and Juno invent the Barking Puppy, the first ever newspaper written “by dogs” and “for dogs.” Will anyone else get how funny it is? And more importantly, can they sell it to raise enough money in time to save Bonney? Will the landlord kick Sophie and her mom out before they even get started? 

Don't miss this first edition of a doggone great series and find out for yourself!  

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Barking Puppy Activities

HOT OFF THE PRESS!

Get the full Barking Puppy Newspaper HERE!

Behind the Scenes

Real photos of the dogs and humans in The Barking Puppy

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Lori Lobenstine and her goddaughter, Sophie Canon, have been collaborating on Barking Puppy projects since Sophie was ten years old. The Barking Puppy is their first children’s book, with Lori as the lead author and Sophie as the creative consultant and Editor-in-Chief, contributing her lived experiences, as well as her keen ear for youth dialogue and uncanny blend of human and dog humor.  

Sophie and Mel with the Jack Russels

What Readers are Saying:

The Barking Puppy illustration by Il Sung Na
The Barking Puppy illustration by Il Sung Na

“Two thumbs up for The Barking Puppy! Wait, I don’t have thumbs. Four paws up! And while I’m here, can you rub my belly?” —DAISY RAY OF SUNSHINE, Dog on the Street 

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“I howled. I cried. I loved the Deluxe Doggie Dessert Dishes, and the amazing Street Buffet!”—GUS, Author, Hound Dog Heaven Cookbook

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“At last! A book with great dog characters—and none of them die! Best book of the year.” –Penny-Pen, Editor, The Dog Review

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“Every dog should get this book for their person. Humans need to learn about these bottomless treat drawers, Deluxe Doggie Dessert Dishes, and the amazing Street Buffet!” –Gus, Author, Hound Dog Heaven Cookbook

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“This book takes its readers inside one of the most important newsrooms in the country. You can almost hear the panting for a good story!” –Roo, Editor’s Assistant, Boston Globe

“Two thumbs up for The Barking Puppy! Wait, I don’t have thumbs. Four paws up! And while I’m here, can you rub my belly?” —DAISY RAY OF SUNSHINE, Dog on the Street  〰️ “I howled. I cried. I loved the Deluxe Doggie Dessert Dishes, and the amazing Street Buffet!”—GUS, Author, Hound Dog Heaven Cookbook 〰️ “At last! A book with great dog characters—and none of them die! Best book of the year.” –Penny-Pen, Editor, The Dog Review 〰️ “Every dog should get this book for their person. Humans need to learn about these bottomless treat drawers, Deluxe Doggie Dessert Dishes, and the amazing Street Buffet!” –Gus, Author, Hound Dog Heaven Cookbook 〰️ “This book takes its readers inside one of the most important newsrooms in the country. You can almost hear the panting for a good story!” –Roo, Editor’s Assistant, Boston Globe