What’s That In Dog Years?
Gizmo has been my best friend since the day I was born - he’s always been around. But now they’re telling me he might not always be around which completely sucks.
I’m determined that me and Gizmo will have lots more fun and adventures before he goes - I mean, he loves parties, deserves pampering, and needs a break by the seaside. And as for that old saying about how you can’t teach an old dog new tricks - it’s true, you really can’t!
Gizmo’s bucket list is up and running - unlike Gizmo who is totally lazy and demands to be carried…
All the laugh-out-loud humour you’d expect from a Ben Davis book but with added heart and poignancy…
and a four-legged character you’ll fall in love with!
Illustrated by Julia Christians
Reviews
“An emotional, but highly recommended read.” - The Bookbag
“Simultaneously hilarious and heart-breaking this hugely empathetic tale also gently tackles mental health, divorce, bullying and friendship.” - LoveReading4Kids
“Full of laugh out loud moments, this book is a must read for children and adults alike.” - ReadingZone
“Hilarious and utterly heartbreaking, this title perfectly captures the joy of pet ownership as well as deftly addressing issues of mental health and divorce. Great stuff.” - Peters (Book of the Week")
“A heartfelt and touching book about friendship and families with a mystery at its heart, and a bucketful of humour.” - Minerva Reads
“Humorous, heartwarming with a massive thump of an ending that’ll definitely leave you with a few tears in your eyes.” - ReaditDaddy (Chapter Book of the Week)
“A truly unforgettable story.” - BooksForTopics
Awards
Shrewsbury Bookfest Big Book Award 2020 - WINNER
Inspire ELS InspiREAD Book Award 2020: Longer Novel - WINNER
Stockport Children’s Book Award 2020 - WINNER
Coventry Inspiration Book Award 2021 (Hooked on Books) - WINNER
Salford Children’s Book Award 2021 - Shortlisted
Tommy the real life Gizmo
You really were a good boy Tommy and we will never forget you. Xx
