Two Blokes in A Shoe: Whimsical Shih Tzu Adventure

Two ordinary blokes. One extraordinary shoe. And far more Shih Tzu than anyone expected.A laugh-out-loud picture book about friendship, fluffy chaos, and a giant shoe full of Shih Tzu. High atop a grassy hill sits a giant boot-house where Winston and Dudley live a peaceful life with their beloved puppy. But when one puppy becomes two, two become ten, and ten become an entire whirlwind of fluffy chaos, the pair discover that keeping order inside a shoe is no simple task.From biscuit committees and puppy academies to daring lace-climbing expeditions and gravity-defying zoomies, every day brings a new adventure. Yet through all the laughter, surprises, and mountains of fur, Winston and Dudley learn an important lesson: when love grows bigger, sometimes you simply make room.Filled with gentle humor, charming watercolor illustrations, and lovable Shih Tzus, Two Blokes in a Shoe is a heartwarming picture book celebrating friendship, imagination, teamwork, and the joy of welcoming others into our lives.Perfect for children ages 4-10, dog lovers, and families who enjoy whimsical read-aloud stories. Reading Age: 4-10 yearsGrade Range: Preschool-Grade 4 BISAC CATEGORIES PrimaryJUVENILE FICTION / Animals / DogsSecondaryJUVENILE FICTION / Humorous StoriesTertiaryJUVENILE FICTION / Imagination & Play KDP CATEGORIES Category 1Children's Dog BooksCategory 2Children's Humorous StoriesCategory 3Children's Animal Stories Search Keywordsdog picture bookShih Tzu children's bookfunny children's storyBritish humor for childrenpuppy adventure bookchildren's bedtime storydog lovers gift for kidsread aloud picture bookwhimsical children's bookfriendship children's storychildren's animal fictionfamily picture book Interior InformationTrim Size: 8.75" x 8.75"Interior: Premium ColorPaper: WhiteBleed: YesCover Finish: Glossy (recommended)Page Count: 32 pagesLanguage: English PublisherLuce PublicationsAn Imprint of the James Jay Dudley Luce FoundationNew York, New York Copyright PageCopyright (c) 2026 by Luce PublicationsIllustrations (c) 2026 Maria PeñaExpanded Second EditionAll Rights Reserved Author BioJim Luce is an American publisher, philanthropist, and children's author whose stories celebrate kindness, imagination, stewardship, and global friendship. Through Luce Publications and the Fun Around the World series, he creates books that encourage young readers to explore the world with curiosity, compassion, and joy. Illustrator BioMaria Peña is a children's book illustrator whose watercolor-inspired artwork brings warmth, whimsy, and gentle humor to every page. Her illustrations combine expressive characters, rich storytelling details, and inviting landscapes that delight young readers and families alike.