Open Me... I'm a Dog!

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Author(s)

Art Spiegelman

Publisher Name

TOON Books

Genre(s)

Fantasy

Age Range

Release Date

October 08, 2024

ISBN13

978-1662665486

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What’s got a tail and just wants to go home with you, but will never make a mess on the carpet, or smell like, well, wet dog?

Through the power of a wizard’s magic comes a book that isn’t a book—it’s a DOG! We promise.

Have you ever seen a book that barks? How about a dog with pages? For all the kids who keep asking for a dog and don't seem to appreciate their books enough, we have the perfect solution. Pulitzer Prize-winner Art Spiegelman, the author of Maus and Jack and the Box, has conjured up a winning mix of dog and hardcover picture book, complete with fuzzy, cuddly pages, a tail, a sturdy cotton leash, and so much more. Bring this lovable pooch into your family and he’s sure to become a kid's—or reader’s—best friend!

Editor review

1 review

delightful, clever picture book

December 05, 2024 (Updated: June 06, 2026)

Overall rating

5.0

Plot

5.0

Characters

5.0

Writing Style

5.0

Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)

5.0

OPEN ME... I'M A DOG! is a really fun and unique book. This book is actually a dog, who was changed into a book by an evil sorcerer - but the reader can know that he is actually a dog. The book tells the story of how he became a book and asks the reader to treat him like a dog. The book itself includes some soft endpages, flaps, and a leash bookmark to add to the fun.

What I loved: This is a really clever and unique concept. Children who love picture books and magic will delight in this story and idea. The book contains quite the story, told from the perspective of the dog-book that results in a few curses with unexpected twists. There is a lot of humor and light-heartedness throughout. Due to the nature of the jokes and the storyline, this will work best for elementary school aged readers who will understand why these things are funny and appreciate the concepts of the book.

The illustrations are fantastic throughout, and all the special touches (such as a folded page behind which the dog is hiding, a pet-able felt dog, and a small pop-up wagging tail) really add to the experience and make this one a delight to experience.

Final verdict: OPEN ME... I'M A DOG! is a delightful picture book that I highly recommend for children who love animals, humor, and magic.