Children's book Author

Gabby Dawnay

Biography

Gabby Dawnay is a writer and poet. She is a regular contributor to OKIDO magazine and a scriptwriter for children’s television.

The Bow-Wow Ballet
5-Minute Space Stories
If I Had a Crocodile
Through the Fairy Door
If I Had a Kangaroo
The Library Book
If I Had an Octopus
If I Had a Unicorn
Samuel Drew Hasn't a Clue
If I Had a Sleepy Sloth
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The Bow-Wow Ballet
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 0–4 · May 5, 2026

The Bow-Wow Ballet

By Gabby Dawnay · With Jennifer Mae Spooner

Dogs vie for the spotlight in a chaotic ballet debut.

32 pages
3.5/5 Goodreads · 6 ratings
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Most Popular Gabby Dawnay Books

Through the Fairy Door

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

A girl discovers a magical world through a fairy door, learning that small actions can spark big changes.

Series
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$1398

5-Minute Space Stories

Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

Explore space with 10 quick tales, uncovering cosmic wonders and mysteries.

If I Had a Dinosaur

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2016

A girl dreams of a dinosaur as the perfect pet, sparking imaginative adventures.

The Library Book

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2021

A reluctant reader discovers the magic of books at the library.

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$1495

If I Had an Octopus

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2021

A girl imagines the fun of having a clever octopus as a pet.

If I Had a Sleepy Sloth

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2020

A girl discovers life's joys with a slow-paced sloth companion.

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Book Stats

18

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Illustrated

6

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Picture books

17

Chapter books

1

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All Gabby Dawnay Books

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The Bow-Wow Ballet

Picture Book · Ages 0–4 · 2026

Dogs vie for the spotlight in a chaotic ballet debut.

Sale price
$1398

5-Minute Space Stories

Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

Explore space with 10 quick tales, uncovering cosmic wonders and mysteries.

If I Had a Crocodile

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Imagine life with a crocodile as a pet—fun, games, and unexpected surprises await!

Through the Fairy Door
Sale price
$1899

Through the Fairy Door

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

A girl discovers a magical world through a fairy door, learning that small actions can spark big changes.

Sale price
$1498

If I Had a Kangaroo

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Imagine the chaos of having a kangaroo as a pet!

The Library Book
Sale price
$1597

The Library Book

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2021

A reluctant reader discovers the magic of books at the library.

Sale price
$1495

If I Had an Octopus

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2021

A girl imagines the fun of having a clever octopus as a pet.

Sale price
$1495

If I Had a Unicorn

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2020

What if your perfect pet was a unicorn with magical surprises?

Samuel Drew Hasn't a Clue

Picture Book · Ages 3–18 · 2020

A mysterious package leads to a parade and a surprise party. What's inside?

Bauhaus Ballet

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2019

Experience a pop-up dance journey exploring colors, shapes, and movement.

A Song for Bear

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2019

A bear's quest to sing reveals his unique talent in the forest.

A House for Mouse

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

A mouse's quest for a home leads to unexpected fairytale encounters.

A Roller-coaster Ride Around the Body

Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2018

Embark on a thrilling journey through the human body, exploring its wonders with rhythm and humor.

Sale price
$1498

If I Had a Dinosaur

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2016

A girl dreams of a dinosaur as the perfect pet, sparking imaginative adventures.

London Calls

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2015

Race through London's iconic sights on a thrilling adventure with a mother and daughter.

A Possum's Tail

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2014

A boy unknowingly leads a parade of possums through the city.

If I Had a Polar Bear
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$1498

If I Had a Polar Bear

Picture Book · Ages 4–8

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The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Gabby Dawnay's books.

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Alex Barrow

Illustrator / 13 shared books

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