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The Unsinkable Gus Davis

Illustrated by Paulette Bogan
Published by The Collective Book Studio
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

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About The Book

Gus Davis is a French bulldog who thinks he can do anything—even swim. Bean is Gus’s human best friend who thinks bulldogs aren’t designed for the water.

Who is right?

It turns out, they both are!

All it takes is a persistent bulldog and a creative human friend to prove that, with a little practice and adaptation, anything is possible. The Unsinkable Gus Davis is a playful story about figuring things out, staying safe around water, and laughing along the way!

About The Author

Laurie Trumble Davis is a book lover who lives in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, with her family. They spend their summers on Cape Cod at Schoolhouse Pond, where Gus, her French bulldog, believed he was the best swimmer on the pond. And he was. . . especially when wearing his life jacket! A lifelong lover of books, fun, and adventure, she is passionate about stories that help children develop strength, courage, and self-confidence.

About The Illustrator

Paulette Bogan is the author and illustrator of many beloved books for children, including Virgil & Owen, Virgil & Owen Stick Together, and Bossy Flossy. She lives in New York City with her family. They spend their summers at the Jersey Shore, where Moof, her Havanese, is afraid of the water and doesn’t like sand on his paws.

Product Details

  • Publisher: The Collective Book Studio (June 21, 2022)
  • Length: 32 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781951412906
  • Ages: 4 - 8

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Raves and Reviews

The Unsinkable Gus Davis is a heartwarming book that not only tells the story of a persistent little Frenchie who wants nothing more than to swim, but also teaches an important lesson about pet safety around the water.

– Kerri Rose - Retired Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

A sweet celebration of the bond between kids and their dogs.

– Colby Greenhalgh, NH/ME Territory Manager, Pet Food Experts

Lovable Gus teaches us to never give up and that families need to practice water safety with dogs as well as kids. As a vet with over 30 years experience, I am glad to see this story finally told.

– Dr Leslie Marci, VMD - Acorn Animal Hospital, Franklin MA

This book is wicked cute....an excellent story for children of all ages.

– Evangelos Baltas, Second Class Petty Officer, United States Navy

The Unsinkable Gus Davis...captures the determination of a dog and the love of a child that befriended him.

– Laura Minnucci, Lead Groomer, Loyal Companion (Wayland, MA)

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