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Who hired this illustrator? Where are the dolphins and frogs? What happened to the main characters?!
In Dog Summer, a frog and a dolphin meet in the sea and immediately start trading goofy remarks, calling each other "goat," "donkey," and "parrot" until a passing dog interrupts to make fun of them both. It's a silly, escalating argument between two unlikely swimming buddies. Except that's not what the pictures show at all. Instead, the illustrations follow a completely different cast of characters, including pigs on a paddleboard and a dog sailing a windsurfer, with the illustrator scribbling her own confused commentary in the margins as she tries to figure out what went wrong.
The result is two stories in one book: read the words for one story, follow the pictures for another, and enjoy the running argument between them. Perfect for young readers ages 6 to 9, this playfully mismatched, laugh-out-loud picture book turns a simple mix-up into a genuinely inventive reading experience for beach days, bedtime, or anytime.
- Two Stories in One: A frog-and-dolphin tale in the text runs alongside a completely different pig-and-dog story in the illustrations, letting readers enjoy both at once.
- A Playful Author-Illustrator Argument: Handwritten notes from the illustrator throughout the book react to the mismatch in real time, adding a second layer of humor.
- An Escalating Banter Contest Kids Will Love: The frog and dolphin's back-and-forth, silly name-calling builds to a genuinely funny payoff.
- Charming, Busy Beach Scenes: Lively, colorful illustrations packed with seaside details give readers something new to spot on every page.
- Perfect for Ages 6 to 9: A funny, unconventional read for beach days, bedtime, or anytime kids want a story with a twist.
For more than 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children’s books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a love of learning in young minds. From novelty and board books to picture books and seasonal titles, Albatros Media creates high-quality books designed to delight, comfort, and inspire.
Gaja Kos is an author, editor, literary critic, and translator. She has written thirteen children's novels and numerous stories for various magazines and likes to invent unusual creatures, such as Ugglings. Her works often include animal heroes who stomp, climb, run or stroll their way through her stories. She is a fan of the Moomins and a sports enthusiast with a great love for the sea. Gaja currently lives in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Ana Zavadlav is a painter and illustrator. She graduated in painting at the Academy of Fine Arts and Design, where she continued her studies with a specialization in graphic arts. She is a regular contributor to the Ciciban and Cicido magazines, and her works have been displayed in several solo and group exhibitions. Ana has received several accolades and awards, including the Levstik Award, placement on the IBBY Honour List, and a nomination for the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award in 2023-24. She currently resides in Ljubljana, Slovenia.