Jia Has a Dog Problem
Published on 12. May 2026
Book
Hardback
40 pages
978-0-593-69708-5 (ISBN)
Description
Jia runs from every dog - big, tiny, spotted, or shaggy. Charlie the French bulldog hides from every kid - behind couches, laundry, even grown-ups' legs.
When something far scarier forces these two together, they discover a sweet surprise: a friend who understands.
When something far scarier forces these two together, they discover a sweet surprise: a friend who understands.
Reviews / Votes
Praise for Jia Has a Dog Problem by Stephanie Ellen Sy; Illustrated by Isabella Kung:? "A doggone delight." -Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"The writing and artwork showcasing the perspectives of the dog and child help readers connect with both of their emotions, fostering empathy and understanding . . . will resonate with many readers." -Booklist
Praise for A Roof! written by Stephanie Ellen Sy:
2024 Freeman Book Award Of Note
? "A bighearted tribute to a tradition rooted in love and community."
-Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"[A] beautiful and heartwarming story that celebrates the power of cooperation."
-Booklist
"A great addition to any collection, with its representation of Filipino culture and themes of community and determination."
-School Library Journal
Praise for No Fuzzball! written and illustrated by Isabella Kung:
"In Kung's illustrations, she's an expressive, endearing little chunk of well-meaning evil.... The bright spot and full-bleed illustrations are entertaining from the first endpaper to the last."
-Kirkus Reviews
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Penguin Young Readers
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Preschool to Third Grade, Interest Age: From 4 to 8 years
Product notice
Picture book
Illustrations
FULL-COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS
Dimensions
Height: 224 mm
Width: 288 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
432 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-593-69708-5 (9780593697085)
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Stephanie Ellen Sy is the author of A Roof!, You Can't Tame a Tiger, and Jia Has a Dog Problem. She graduated from Tufts University and now splits her time between Vancouver, British Columbia, and Hong Kong. When she's not writing, she's thinking about her next meal or planning her next hike. Learn more at StephanieEllenSy.com.
Isabella Kung is an artist whose illustrations have received accolades from the Society of Illustrators, Spectrum Fantasy Art, 3x3, Creative Quarterly, and SCBWI; and her original artwork has been exhibited at galleries in California, Spain, and Singapore. Isabella has taught illustration and watercolor at the Academy of Art University and California College of Arts. She grew up in Hong Kong and now lives in San Francisco with her husband and adorable cats. Learn more at IsabellaKung.com.
Isabella Kung is an artist whose illustrations have received accolades from the Society of Illustrators, Spectrum Fantasy Art, 3x3, Creative Quarterly, and SCBWI; and her original artwork has been exhibited at galleries in California, Spain, and Singapore. Isabella has taught illustration and watercolor at the Academy of Art University and California College of Arts. She grew up in Hong Kong and now lives in San Francisco with her husband and adorable cats. Learn more at IsabellaKung.com.