Accidental Adventures of Wallace Harlequin Junior
Wallace Harlequin Junior doesn’t go looking for mischief… but it usually finds him.
Curious paws & unexpected trouble.
About the Series
Wallace doesn’t mean to get into trouble… it just sort of happens.
Set in the hills and parks around Buxton, each rhyming tale follows Wallace the pup as he discovers something odd, sniffs a bit too far, or ends up in a pickle — all with his trademark charm (and muddy paws).
Perfect for children aged 3–7 (and grown-ups who love a bit of doggy chaos).
Book 1 - A Waggy-Tail Beginning
A Waggy-Tailed Beginning is a heartwarming rhyming picture book about a scruffy little puppy who sets off on an adventure to find a new home.
With gentle rhymes and charming illustrations, this story is perfect for children aged 3–8 — especially young dog lovers. A tale of hope, resilience, and finding where you truly belong.
Book 2: The Cow in the Temple
Wallace is a scruffy young pup who loves his daily walks… but today, something’s not quite right. There’s a cow in the temple — and Wallace is determined to find out why!
Told in gentle rhyme and filled with hand-drawn illustrations, The Cow in the Temple is a heartwarming picture book about curiosity, kindness, and unexpected adventures.
Perfect for ages 3–7, this is the first in The Accidental Adventures of Wallace Harlequin Junior — a series for little explorers with big imaginations.
Book 3 - Moorland Mayhem
When Wallace the dog spots smoke rising on the moors, he knows something's terribly wrong. Racing through the heather to warn his woodland friends, Wallace must think fast to save them from danger! This rhyming adventure is full of heart, humour, and important messages for young readers.
Moorland Mayhem is a beautifully illustrated picture book for children aged 3–8. Inspired by real moorland fire risks in the UK, it introduces gentle themes of fire safety, nature conservation, teamwork, and taking responsibility — all through the eyes of an energetic and lovable terrier.
Perfect for dog lovers, little explorers, and budding eco-heroes, this story will spark curiosity and conversations long after the final page.Trouble is brewing on the moors… and Wallace is right in the middle of it!
Book 4: The Halloween Cat that Quacked
When Wallace sets out on Halloween, he expects pumpkins, costumes and treats – not a mysterious cat that… quacks?
This funny, slightly spooky adventure is the perfect dog story book for children ages 3–8. Full of waggy tails, silly surprises and Halloween mischief, it’s told in playful rhyme to make the ideal read-aloud dog picture book for bedtime or classroom storytime.Coming soon!
irrel in trouble, and Wallace wants to help. With Mum and Dad out, he’s left home alone — and the adventure soon unravels into another unforgettable accidental escapade.
Book 5: A Christmas Fiasco
A scruffy dog, a Christmas tree disaster, and festive fun told in rhyme!
Wallace the mischievous terrier never sets out to cause trouble, but this Christmas he finds himself in the middle of a festive fiasco. Wallace’s waggy-tailed chaos is full of laughs, surprises, and gentle lessons about kindness and care.
Told in playful verse, A Christmas Fiasco is a perfect rhyming Christmas dog storybook for children ages 3–8, bringing festive cheer and family fun to bedtime, classrooms, or holiday storytime. Little readers will love the lively rhythm, colourful illustrations, and Wallace’s scruffy charm as he bumbles his way through the holiday season.
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