The world's happiest and most dog-friendly superhero is here! A brand new, charming adventure for young readers.

Meet Harriet Hound. She's eight years old and loves dogs!

But Harriet has something else that makes her super ... the power to summon the dogs from her family's rescue shelter every time there’s trouble afoot.

Whether it's a carnival catastrophe, a sudden storm, or vanishing vegetables, Harriet and her best dog friends use their super special talents and problem-solving skills to save the day!

Prizes

Winner of Speech Pathology Book of the Year Awards, 5-8 Years 2024 (Australia)

Harriet Hound is eight years old, autistic, and loves dogs. She also has a superpower: from her family’s rescue shelter, she can summon whoever’s needed to solve a problem, from clever collies to strong huskies. With lively illustrations and engaging, down-to-earth text, these three stories of foiling vegetable heists and saving carnivals will delight canine-crazy 6+ readers. * The Guardian *
An early chapter-book with wonderful autism representation, it is also a hoot and a half. . . For those who enjoy spunky Junie B. Jones–like leads and simplesolve mysteries like Nate the Great—not to mention Puppy Patrol assistants! A must-buy for all libraries serving young children. * Booklist (starred review) *
Perfectly judged stories that will thrill young readers with intriguing mysteries, simple-yet-rhythmic writing and a highly inventive brand of canine magic. * Andrew McDonald *
This gorgeous book gets a big paws-up from me – funny, adorable and packed full of puppies * Nat Amoore *
A wonderful, refreshing read […] Sophie Beer’s illustrations are adorable, and accurate. * The Bookseller *

Kate Foster is a children's author writing about friends, family and dogs. Originally from a small town in the south east of England, she now lives on the stunning Gold Coast in Australia with her family and second-hand dogs. She is passionate about encouraging and teaching a wider understanding of autism and mental illness via positive approach and representation.