Felix Powell, Boy Dog

Written & illustrated by Erin Entrada Kelly

A boy turned dog must navigate a magical world to regain his human form.

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160 pages· 11,338 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Felix Powell, a boy who chats with animals, faces a magical twist when he transforms into a dog. With his canine friend Mary Puppins by his side, Felix navigates a world of wagging tails and monochrome vision. As he encounters the snooty cat Gumbo, Felix must unravel the mystery of his transformation. Will he ever become a boy again, or is he destined to bark forever? Dive into a tale of friendship and imagination, where every page brings a new adventure and a hint of magic.

From the publisher

A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2024In this funny young middle grade novel about friendship, family, and animals, Felix Powell is magically transformed from a boy into a dog. Illustrated with black-and-white drawings by Newbery Medal winner and National Book Award finalist Erin Entrada Kelly on almost every page. Perfect for fans of Ivy + Bean, Merci Suárez, and Dory Fantasmagory.Felix Powell can talk to animals. Just ask his dog, Mary Puppins! They talk all the time. When a mysterious, magical spell turns Felix into a dog, Mary Puppins is amazed. But not as much as Felix! Will his tail ever stop wagging? Will he ever see in full color again? How will he deal with Gumbo, the snobby neighborhood cat? Most importantly, will he ever return to being a regular boy?With short, high-interest chapters and illustrations by the author on almost every page, Felix Powell, Boy Dog celebrates curiosity, ingenuity, imagination, and friendship. For readers of Beverly Cleary, Judy Blume, Meg Medina, and Megan McDonald and all kids who love animals.

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