Book Series · 15 Books

Dog Diaries Books

In order from Ginger to Double-Dog Dare.

Ginger
Barry
Buddy
Togo
Dash
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Ginger
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2013

Ginger

By Kate Klimo, Tim Jessell (Illustrator)

A golden retriever puppy recounts her life story, from her birth in a puppy mill to her adoption by a loving family.

160 pages· 18,013 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Summary: Ginger, a golden retriever born in a puppy mill, faces a life of uncertainty and hardship. Separated from her family, she endures a series of challenging owners and eventually joins a pack of wild dogs. But freedom brings its own struggles, leaving her hungry and alone. Can Ginger find the forever family she longs for, or will her journey end in despair? Discover her heartwarming quest for love and belonging in a world that often seems unforgiving.
The complete set

Dog Diaries Series

15 books · Published 2013–2020

Ginger

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2013

A golden retriever puppy recounts her life story, from her birth in a puppy mill to her adoption by a loving family.

Barry

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2013

A legendary St. Bernard recounts daring rescues in the perilous Alps.

Buddy

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

A guide dog faces a new challenge: caring for a clumsy man who needs her more than her trainer did.

Togo

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

A forgotten sled dog defies danger to save a town from an epidemic.

Dash

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2014

A young dog named Dash travels with his master and other English colonists to the New World, where they establish the Plymouth Colony and interact with the local Wampanoag tribe.

Sweetie

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015

A foxhound witnesses George Washington's rise from farmer to leader during the Revolutionary War.

Stubby
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$759

Stubby

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015

A stray dog becomes a war hero, capturing spies and earning military rank.

Fala
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$759

Fala

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016

A Scottish terrier witnesses history as FDR's loyal companion during pivotal moments of WWII.

Sparky

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2016

A fire dog and a rescue horse face Chicago's greatest blaze.

Rolf
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$858

Rolf

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2017

A three-legged dachshund discovers his true purpose as a therapy dog.

Tiny Tim
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$759

Tiny Tim

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2017

A small white dog narrates his life with Charles Dickens, from his birth in a Baltimore dressing room to his adventures with the famous author in England and abroad.

Susan

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2018

A corgi narrates her life as the faithful companion of Queen Elizabeth II from the 1940s to 1959.

Fido
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$759

Fido

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2018

A stray dog witnesses history alongside Abraham Lincoln, revealing untold stories and secrets of a president's life.

Sunny

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019

A pampered dog faces unexpected peril aboard the Titanic.

Double-Dog Dare

Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2020

A mischievous dog faces obedience school and holiday mishaps. Can he become a good boy?

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Dog Diaries series?

There are 15 books in the Dog Diaries series. It began with Ginger in 2013, and the newest book, Double-Dog Dare, was published in 2020.

What ages are the Dog Diaries books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Dog Diaries to life.

01

Kate Klimo

Author
02

Steven Butler

Author
03

James Patterson

Author
04

Tim Jessell

Illustrator
05

Richard Watson

Illustrator

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