News Hounds: The Puppy Problem

Gizmo, a city dog, moves to the village of Puddle with his journalist human and meets Jilly, a wolfhound with a problem. Gizmo has a nose for a story and an idea to help Jilly, who is giving her puppies to new owners. The dogs of Puddle have a newspaper, STOP PRESS!

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Gizmo, a city dog, moves to the village of Puddle with his journalist human, unaware of the surprises that await him. He meets Jilly, a wolfhound next door, who has a problem: her puppies are being given to new owners far away. Gizmo, with his keen sense of smell and storytelling skills, comes up with a brilliant idea to help Jilly. What if the dogs of Puddle had a newspaper? STOP PRESS!

This delightful and entertaining new illustrated young fiction series, created by the author of The Adventures of Pug series, explores the mischievous antics of dogs when their humans are not around. It is perfect for fans of Toto the Ninja Cat and The Secret Life of Pets.

Gizmo's journey to Puddle begins with excitement and curiosity. He is eager to explore the new surroundings and make new friends. However, he soon discovers that the village is quite different from the city he is used to. There are no flowers, bees, or mud, and he is completely unaware of the joys of these things.

Luckily, Gizmo meets Jilly, a friendly wolfhound who takes him under her wing. Jilly has a problem, though. Her puppies are being given to new owners far away, and she will never see them again. Gizmo, with his natural curiosity and storytelling skills, comes up with a plan to help Jilly.

"What if the dogs of Puddle had a newspaper?" he suggests. "STOP PRESS!"

Gizmo's idea is met with enthusiasm by the other dogs in the village. They see it as a way to share their stories and connect with the wider world. Gizmo sets out to gather information and write articles for the newspaper.

As he interviews the dogs, Gizmo learns about their unique personalities and experiences. He discovers that there is a dog who loves to dance, another who is a talented musician, and a third who has a passion for digging.

Gizmo's articles are a hit, and the newspaper becomes a popular source of entertainment for the villagers. The dogs love to read about their friends and neighbors, and they even start to look forward to the next edition.

However, Gizmo's success also brings challenges. Some of the dogs are jealous of his success and try to sabotage his work. Gizmo must use his wit and determination to overcome these obstacles and keep the newspaper alive.

In the end, Gizmo's newspaper becomes a symbol of unity and friendship in the village. The dogs learn to appreciate each other's differences and work together to create a better life for themselves.

Gizmo's journey to Puddle teaches him valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of storytelling. He learns that even the smallest things can make a big difference in the world, and that every dog has a story to tell.

The illustrations in the book are vibrant and colorful, bringing the characters to life. The text is easy to read and engaging, making it a great choice for young readers.

Overall, Gizmo's Big Idea is a delightful and entertaining young fiction series that will appeal to fans of dogs and storytelling. It teaches valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of storytelling, and is sure to become a favorite among young readers.

Weight: 196g
Dimension: 129 x 182 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526620545