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Two Blokes in a Shoe: A Whimsical Shih Tzu Adventure
Paperback
Series: Fun Around the World
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jun 20 2026
Pages: 34
Weight: 0.23
Height: 0.09 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A laugh-out-loud picture book about friendship, fluffy chaos, and a giant shoe full of Shih Tzu.
High atop a grassy hill sits a giant boot-house where Winston and Dudley live a peaceful life with their beloved puppy. But when one puppy becomes two, two become ten, and ten become an entire whirlwind of fluffy chaos, the pair discover that keeping order inside a shoe is no simple task.From biscuit committees and puppy academies to daring lace-climbing expeditions and gravity-defying zoomies, every day brings a new adventure. Yet through all the laughter, surprises, and mountains of fur, Winston and Dudley learn an important lesson: when love grows bigger, sometimes you simply make room.
Filled with gentle humor, charming watercolor illustrations, and lovable Shih Tzus, Two Blokes in a Shoe is a heartwarming picture book celebrating friendship, imagination, teamwork, and the joy of welcoming others into our lives.
Perfect for children ages 4-10, dog lovers, and families who enjoy whimsical read-aloud stories.
Reading Age: 4-10 yearsGrade Range: Preschool-Grade 4 BISAC CATEGORIESPrimary
JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Dogs
SecondaryJUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories
TertiaryJUVENILE FICTION / Imagination & Play
KDP CATEGORIES
Category 1
Children's Dog Books
Category 2Children's Humorous Stories
Category 3Children's Animal Stories
Search Keywords
dog picture book
Shih Tzu children's book
funny children's story
British humor for children
puppy adventure book
children's bedtime story
dog lovers gift for kids
read aloud picture book
whimsical children's book
friendship children's story
children's animal fiction
family picture book
Interior Information
Trim Size: 8.75 x 8.75
Interior: Premium Color
Paper: White
Bleed: Yes
Cover Finish: Glossy (recommended)
Page Count: 32 pages
Language: English
Publisher
Luce Publications
An Imprint of the James Jay Dudley Luce Foundation
New York, New York
Copyright Page
Copyright (c) 2026 by Luce Publications
Illustrations (c) 2026 Maria Peña
Expanded Second Edition
All Rights Reserved
Author Bio
Jim Luce is an American publisher, philanthropist, and children's author whose stories celebrate kindness, imagination, stewardship, and global friendship. Through Luce Publications and the Fun Around the World series, he creates books that encourage young readers to explore the world with curiosity, compassion, and joy.
Illustrator Bio
Maria Peña is a children's book illustrator whose watercolor-inspired artwork brings warmth, whimsy, and gentle humor to every page. Her illustrations combine expressive characters, rich storytelling details, and inviting landscapes that delight young readers and families alike.
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