Roy Is Not a Dog

Praise

A School Library Journal Best Book of 2024
One of CCBC’s Best Books for Kids and Teens
A 2024 Kids’ Indie Next Pick

“A pointed message about expecting, as well as accepting, differences in others, delivered with a doggy flourish.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Wonderful mixed media artwork combines watercolor, gouache, collage, digital elements, and—the front matter cheekily notes—fried egg. With its original, quirky cast, this feels a bit like a picture book told by Wes Anderson.” —Booklist

“An eccentric conversation about self-identity, recommended for school and public libraries.” —School Library Journal

“A very charming and incredibly fun picture book about the importance of community, being true to oneself, and not making assumptions.” —CM: Canadian Review of Materials

“Perfect for dog lovers, language lovers and young detectives.” —Young Adulting

“Esme Shapiro and Daniel Newell Kaufman take your children on an enchanting and mysterious story that they will love to read again and again.” —The Baby Spot