Air Miles

By John Burningham, Bill Salaman, Helen Oxenbury (Illustrator)

An aging dog takes flight, facing new challenges and heartfelt goodbyes.

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32 pages

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Miles, once a spirited dog with his own car, now faces the trials of aging. As his legs weaken and his hearing fades, a new adventure beckons. When Norman discovers a small plane in need of a pilot, Miles seizes the chance to soar above his earthly struggles. This touching tale of love and farewell invites readers to join Miles on a journey that transcends the ground, exploring the skies and the depths of the heart. Will Miles find peace in the clouds, or is there more to his story?

From the publisher

A poignant exploration of love, loss, and possibility, inspired by the last story idea from the legendary John Burningham. Miles was a difficult dog until he got his own motor car. But now he is growing older, and new challenges are arising. He doesn’t chase balls like he used to. His legs hurt whenever he takes walks. And sometimes he doesn’t hear when Norman calls him. So when Norman learns that Mr. Huddy’s small airplane is in need of a pilot, Miles takes to the skies. In a deeply moving, ultimately uplifting picture book, the star of Motor Miles returns in a story that will resonate with readers who know what it’s like to say goodbye to someone they love. Based on an idea by incomparable picture-book creator John Burningham, the text for Air Miles was completed by his longtime friend Bill Salaman and lovingly illustrated by Helen Oxenbury, John Burningham’s wife.

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