A warm, uplifting story for young readers about a boy and his dog and the power of music to heal; a first-time collaboration from two Irish Children’s Laureates.

Patrick has been desperate for a dog of his own for a long as he can remember – and this summer, with his father away, he longs for a buddy more than ever.

In his short doggy life, Oz has suffered at the hands of BAD PEOPLE. Somewhere out there, he believes, is an AWESOME BOY – his BOY. Maybe when they find each other he will learn to BARK again...

"“The Dog Who Lost His Bark is in a league above other familiar animal-themed series.”" - The Sunday Times

"“[a] heart-warming and enchanting story.”" - Irish Examiner

"“[…] full of expression.”" - The Irish Independent

"A memorable, gentle, moving book, this one is an instant classic that you will keep forever. I can't recommend it highly enough" - Fallen Star Stories

"“A final line to note the quite remarkable illustrations of P J Lynch. Honoured with many prestigious awards, this book hold yet further examples of P J's ability to capture the nuance of complex emotions in both humans and their canine companion.”" - Armadillo