The Dog and the Sailor

Pete Jordi Wood, Pete Jordi Wood

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English

Puffin
06 May 2025

Picture storybooks; Fantasy & magical realism (Children's&YA); Traditional stories (Children's&YA); Personal & social issues: sexuality & relationships (Children's&YA)

Once upon a time, there was a lonely sailor, and a magical dog who needed his help . . .

\""Once upon a time, there was a kingdom full of happiness and laughter. The king and his family were kind, and all the people were content. All, that is, but one...\""

Discover the timeless, long-forgotten fairytale of a handsome prince and a poor sailor who set sail across the high seas on the adventure of a lifetime.

When Ruan leaves behind his life as a tailor's apprentice and becomes a cabin boy aboard a ship he soon learns that the ocean is a dangerous place... facing storms, monsters, and the darkest of magic. In his quest to help a talking dog and defeat an evil princess, can Ruan stay afloat?

Everyone deserves a shot at happily-ever-after.

Lost for centuries, The Dog and The Sailor has been brought back to life with vibrant illustrations. A reminder that LGBTQ+ heroes have always existed in stories, this magical folk tale is the perfect gift for readers young and old.

By: Pete Jordi Wood
Illustrated by: Pete Jordi Wood
Imprint: Puffin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 280mm, Width: 212mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 253g
ISBN: 9780241545416
ISBN 10: 0241545412
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 06 May 2025
Recommended Age: From 4 to 17 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Pete Jordi Wood (Author, Illustrator) Pete Jordi Wood (he/him) is a British author, illustrator and screenwriter from Cornwall, U.K. Pete has written original drama for Channel 4 and the BBC and was a recipient of The John Brabourne Award from the Film and Television Charity. He describes himself as a 'fairy tale detective' who has dedicated himself to the academic study of queer folk tales, myths and legends.