The Adventures of Jake

Written by Annette Butterworth with illustrations by Nick Butterworth

Five stories about Jake, the best dog in the world, written with zest and humour, and illustrated by one of the biggest names in children's books!

Annette Butterworth and husband Nick Butterworth have always kept dogs, and the Jake stories are inspired by two dogs in particular: Jake and Sheppy. Nick is a best-selling author worldwide for his Percy the Park Keeper stories, plus The Whisperer, QPootle5 and Tiger. Annette's stories were first published by Hodder Children's Books in the 1990s when Jake the Good Bad Dog was shortlisted for the Red House Children's Book Award.

Jake our Hero

A brand new story about Jake, the good bad dog, written with zest and humour, and illustrated by one of the world’s best-loved illustrators!

Jake isn’t always very well behaved, but he’s brave and loyal. When his friends are stolen he’s determined to help, even though it puts him in real danger. Can Jake save them all from a terrible fate?

HB 9781905117727 £9.99 7+
PB 978184647194 £5.99 7+

Jake the Good Bad Dog

Jake loves to chase the ducks in the park, can't resist playing with dirty washing and is always tempted by chocolate! He dreams of going to Crufts, but knows he'll never get there. But Jake is a very special dog. He's not just good at football, he's the best friend you could ever have - and sometimes even a dog's dream can come true!

9781905117680
£5.99

Jake in Action

Jake is back again, digging up the roses, eating too much, and always ready for a game of football. But the football pitch is threatened - the Council want to sell it! Everyone is determined to save the park, but it seems their luck is out. Jake is a very special dog - but can he save the day?

9781905117703
£5.99

Jake in Danger

Jake is fed up. Boris, a new dog in town is stealing all the attention. And when injured birds are found in the park, Jake feels sure Boris is behind it. But suddenly the finger is pointing at Jake, and he’s in real danger….

9781905117710
£5.99

Jake a Friend Indeed

Jake is in trouble. He’s on a farm holiday and he should be happy. But he’s upset the farmer and his sheep. The farm dog, Shep, thinks Jake is a stupid town dog. In fact only Rudi the pig has any time for him at all.

But we know Jake is a special dog. Can he show them all just how special he is?

9781905117703
£5.99

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