Good Boy, Fergus!

Meet Fergus, the canine star of the upcoming book from Caldecott Honor artist David Shannon. Much like Shannon's beloved characters, David and Alice, the adorable Fergus is always getting in trouble!

Follow Fergus as he experiences the perfect doggy day--well, except for his bath, of course! From chasing cats and motorcycles to being scratched on his favorite "tickle spot," David Shannon's newest sweet and silly character will inspire young readers to laugh out loud at his mischievous antics. Fans of Shannon's previous books will love reading all about this naughty but lovable dog!

Author: David Shannon
Publisher: Blue Sky Press (AZ)
Published: 02/01/2006
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 11.20h x 9.24w x 0.36d
ISBN: 9780439490276
Audience: Ages 4-8


Award: Parents Choice Award (Spring) (1998-2007) - Winner
Award: Colorado Children's Book Award - Nominee
Award: Kentucky Bluegrass Award - Winner
Award: Gryphon Award - Honor Book
Award: Missouri Building Block Picture Book Award - Nominee


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 01/02/2006 pg. 60
Booklist 01/01/2006 pg. 119
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 03/01/2006 pg. 326 - Book Of Special Distinction
School Library Journal 03/01/2006 pg. 202
Kirkus Review - Children 03/01/2006 pg. 239
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2006 pg. 317 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
David Shannon is the internationally acclaimed creator of more than 30 picture books, including No, David!, a Caldecott Honor Book and his second New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, and four more David picture books. Shannon's bestsellers include A Bad Case of Stripes, Duck on a Bike, and Too Many Toys. He lives in Southern California with his family and Roy, their West Highland White Terrier.
David Shannon is the internationally acclaimed creator of more than 30 picture books, including No, David!, a Caldecott Honor Book and his second New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year, and four more David picture books. Shannon's bestsellers include A Bad Case of Stripes, Duck on a Bike, and Too Many Toys. He lives in Southern California with his family and Roy, their West Highland White Terrier.