Author Profile
Liz Kessler
4 Books
Liz Kessler is a bestselling English author best known for her engaging middle-grade and young adult fiction. She is widely celebrated for her popular Emily Windsnap series, which follows the enchanting underwater adventures of a young half-mermaid. In addition to fantasy series like Philippa Fisher, Kessler explores compelling, realistic themes and time travel in standalone novels such as Has Anyone Seen Jessica Jenkins? and North of Nowhere.
Books in "Poppy the Pirate Dog"
It is Mom's birthday, and the whole family is getting ready to celebrate! Tim and Suzy are planning a very special pirate show just for her. Poppy the dalmatian has the most important job of all. She is the fierce pirate dog in charge of guarding the treasure.
But disaster strikes while Poppy is on duty. She accidentally hurts her eye and has to visit the vet. Instead of coming home with a cool pirate eye patch, she has to wear a big, embarrassing plastic cone around her neck! To make things even worse, Dad's special birthday present for Mom, a sparkly necklace, has completely vanished.
While the rest of the family searches frantically for the missing jewelry, Poppy sits outside feeling sorry for herself. Suddenly, she spots something twinkling in the grass. This could be her big chance to save the day and prove she is the greatest pirate dog ever!
6-8 Years
65 Pages
It is a very special day in Poppy's house because it is Mum's birthday. To celebrate, the entire family is putting together a spectacular pirate show, and everyone has a special job to do. Poppy the dog is thrilled to be chosen for the most important role of all: the official treasure keeper. Her job is to guard the precious pirate loot and make sure nothing goes missing before the big performance. There is just one tiny problem. Poppy is not very good at guarding things, and the treasure is looking awfully tempting. Will this playful pup manage to keep her paws off the shiny loot, or will the birthday pirate show end in a hilarious disaster? This delightful and funny story is perfect for young readers building their confidence, offering plenty of giggles and puppy mischief along the way.
6-8 Years
80 Pages
Poppy the dalmatian cannot wait to go on a fun seaside vacation with her family! When they tie a cool skull-and-crossbones scarf around her neck, Poppy knows exactly what she is meant to be. She is going to be a fierce pirate dog, ready for a life of exciting adventures on the high seas.
There is just one huge problem. To be a real pirate dog, Poppy needs a pirate ship. But boats bob up and down, big waves splash over the sides, and the water is full of strange, scary creatures. Poppy tries her best to be brave on a fishing boat, a pedal boat, and even a fast speedboat, but she is terrified of all of them!
Feeling like a failure, Poppy is ready to give up her pirate dreams entirely. Will this scared little puppy ever find her sea legs and the perfect pirate ship before it is time to go back home?
6-8 Years
65 Pages
Summer is officially over, and Poppy the pirate dog is feeling very lonely. Her kids, Suzy and Tim, have gone back to school, and Mom and Dad are busy working all day. Being a pirate dog is no fun at all when there is nobody around to help you dig up the backyard and bury your treasure.
To cheer her up, Poppy's family decides to bring home a brand-new friend to keep her company. Poppy is absolutely thrilled! She cannot wait to meet her big, brave new shipmate. But when the new arrival finally walks through the door, Poppy is shocked. Her new crew member is a tiny, fluffy kitten named George!
George is definitely not the fierce pirate partner Poppy wanted. He tries to steal her treasure and takes the best sleeping spot right by the warm fire. What is a pirate dog to do when her new shipmate is driving her crazy?
6-8 Years
58 Pages
