The Bow-­Wow Ballet

by Jennifer Mae Spooner, Jennifer Mae Spooner (Illustrator), Gabby Dawnay

Overview

Tonight is the night of the Bow-­Wow Ballet! But when every dog wants to be center stage, will the show go smoothly or end in disaster?

The dogs of the Bow-­Wow Ballet are ready to put on a show. Otilly Sausage does tricks with a ball, and Maximus Jeté jumps ever so high. But there’s only so much room onstage for a troupe of dogs who all want the spotlight. In this endearing and whimsical rhyming book, Gabby Dawnay and Jennifer Mae Spooner bring the show to life!

The Bow-­Wow Ballet combines a love of adorable dogs and the theater in one creatively chaotic story about a troupe of canine ballet dancers who are getting ready for their debut performance.

With exquisite comic timing, an endearing cast of relatable characters, and a rhythmical, rhyming text that is fun to read aloud, The Bow-­Wow Ballet is a heartwarming celebration of dogs, theater, and teamwork. Perfect for fans of Hairy Maclary and dog lovers of all ages!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780500653661
Publisher:	Thames & Hudson
Publication date:	05/05/2026
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	9.80(w) x 10.25(h) x (d)
Age Range:	3 Months to 4 Years

About the Author

Jennifer Mae Spooner has recently completed her masters degree in children’s book illustration at Cambridge School of Art. She is inspired by people (and dogs), video games, fantasy books, and by playing around with materials. When she’s not playing with her puppy, Goose, Jen is often reading a book, going on walks, doing yoga, and drawing from life. Follow her on Instagram @jmsillustrates.

Jennifer Mae Spooner has recently completed her masters degree in children’s book illustration at Cambridge School of Art. She is inspired by people (and dogs), video games, fantasy books, and by playing around with materials. When she’s not playing with her puppy, Goose, Jen is often reading a book, going on walks, doing yoga, and drawing from life. Follow her on Instagram @jmsillustrates.

Gabby Dawnay is a writer and poet. She is the author of more than twenty books for children including the bestselling If I Had a . . . series. She is a regular contributor to OKIDO magazine and a scriptwriter for children’s television. Follow her on Instagram @gabdaw38.