Pig Dude

Perfect for 5-7 year olds who are still learning to read Pig Dude: He Can Do ANYTHING! is a joyous, slightly naughty, rollicking tale about a young misfit who's struggling with low self-esteem, but has a mother who believes he's capable of anything.

When Pig Dude decides to test his mother's faith in him, he sets off on a hair-raising, hilarious and, ultimately, heart-warming quest to achieve the impossible.  

Written by one of Australia's most loved children's authors, with a long track record of getting reluctant readers interested in books, Pig Dude will get your youngsters giggling with delight, pointing at the naughtiest illustrations, and falling in love with  the main character.

Pig Dude: He Can Do ANYTHING! will help build resilience and determination in young readers and become an instant family favorite.

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"He’s part boy, part pig, with a huge heart and a head full of hope. Early readers will find plenty of slapstick in the gorgeous retro-style illustrations, while the story’s accessible enough for the most struggling reader." – Sally Rippin, Australia's biggest-selling female author of all time.

"This is a warm-hearted story about love and self-belief, determination and resilience.  What seems on the surface to be a charming story that will delight young readers, becomes the catalyst for a lot more than being a one-read wonder." – The Bottom Shelf

"This is a fun, cheeky little tale with enough depth to entice your little ‘thinkers’ and enough bums and farts to entertain everyone else." – This Charming Mum Blog

"Pig Dude is full of silliness and nonsense and unbelievable acts. They’re the kind of acts that have kids turning the pages of the book so quickly, searching for MORE.  In fact, if it was possible to capture slapstick comedy in a book, I’d say Michael has done just that." – My Little Bookcase Blog

"The little guy’s determination to fly and hilarious misadventures will strike a chord with kids everywhere. The abundance of striking cartoon-style illustrations, the large print and the uncomplicated sentence structure makes this book a perfect match for readers who need to be charmed not challenged." – The Book Chook Blog

"This is a picture book which will have any young reader dude excitedly turning pages to find out what happens next! And said reader will be laughing and laughing as he (or she) follows Pig Dude’s antics. Buy it today and share it with special kids who love to be excited!" – Buzz Words Blog

"Full of cliff hangers this is a very entertaining story that early independent readers will lap up." – Pass it On ezine

"Told over 64 pages, every one illustrated in full colour, this story for newly independent readers will entertain with its humorous touches, sense of adventure and determination to succeed." – Books + P...