Join award-winning author and Public Libraries Ambassador Andrea Rowe at Frankston Library for a tail-wagging celebration of Dogs With Jobs, her latest non-fiction picture book, illustrated by Julia Murray.
This heartwarming and informative book shines a spotlight on the incredible roles dogs play in our communities – from therapy and companion animals to search-and-rescue heroes, guide dogs, and more. It’s a joyful tribute to the furry friends who help, heal, and save the day!
Enjoy a live reading, meet a Seeing Eye Dog pup-in-training, and get your books signed (purchasing available on the day thanks to QBD books).
10.00AM Wed 5 November
Frankston Library
Andrea Rowe, the 2025 inaugural Library Ambassador for Victoria, will be joining us to share her passion for storytelling and the great outdoors. Her books spark meaningful conversations among children, families, and educators—and this launch promises to do just that.
Whether you’re a dog lover, a young reader, or simply curious about the amazing work dogs do, this event is not to be missed! https://library.frankston.vic.gov.au/Whats-On/Andrea-Rowe-Book-Launch-Dogs-with-Jobs
Book summary
For hundreds of years, dogs with jobs have helped humanity and the environment, and they’re here to save the day in so many ways.
From therapy and companion, to tracking and herding, search and rescue support and dog guides who help lead the way –meet these heroic hounds who make a difference in this special book..
Dogs with Jobs is a new non-fiction picture book written by award-winning author Andrea Rowe, and illustrated by New Zealand illustrator Julia Muray.
This book is sure to be dog-eared by the 6–10-year-old fact-loving and canine-curious kid.