The Imposter

Written & illustrated by Kelly Collier

A skunk pretends to be a lost dog to find a family. Will his disguise work?

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40 pages

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Skunk dreams of having a family, just like every beloved dog. Spotting a 'lost' poster for Max the dog, Skunk hatches a plan to impersonate him. With the help of a raccoon, a cat, and a squirrel, he learns the art of being a dog. But there's a twist Skunk didn't foresee. Can he overcome this hurdle and find the home he longs for? Join Skunk on a hilarious journey of identity and belonging, where acceptance and friendship are the ultimate rewards.

From the publisher

A laugh-out-loud tale about a skunk who longs for a family, perfect for fans of Gaston and Wolfie the Bunny.Skunk wants to be a dog. EVERYONE loves dogs. And every dog seems to have exactly what he’s looking for: a home and a family.When Skunk sees a “lost” poster for Max the dog, he wonders if he can pass himself off as the missing pet. He enlists the help of three neighborhood critters–a racoon, a cat, and a squirrel–who train him in the art of being a dog with hilarious results. But, uh-oh, there’s just one thing Skunk didn’t account for . . . Will it prevent him from finding a home where he belongs?Perfect for animal lovers.Message of acceptance and found family, plus lots of humor.A gateway graphic novel: speech bubbles and paneled art sprinkled throughout will prime visual literacy.

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