The Pug Who Wanted to... Series

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We recommend this black-and-white illustrated early reader series to all parents of children 4+ because it's got a lovely little pug as its main character, lots of high-interest characters and a great message at its heart.

Peggy the pug puppy is the sweetest of all pups, and would go to the greatest of lengths for her loving family. In each book, she wishes she could just be something other than herself, from a unicorn to a mermaid! But by the end of each book, she's reminded that her family loves her very much, just as she is.

Bella Swift is also the author of The Llama Bridesmaid and The Flamingo Ballerina

For more pug books, check out The Adventures Of Pug too!

All The Pug Who Wanted to... books in order:

Book 1: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Unicorn (2018)
Book 2: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Reindeer (2019)
Book 3: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Bunny (2020)
Book 4: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Pumpkin (2020)
Book 5: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Mermaid (2021)
Book 6: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Star (2021)
Book 7: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Fairy (2022)
Book 8: The Pug Who Wanted to be an Elf (2022)
Book 9: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Bumblebee (2023)
Book 10: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Witch (2023)
Book 11: The Pug Who Wanted a Birthday (2024)
Book 12: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Superhero (2024)
Book 13: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Dinosaur (2025)
Book 14: The Pug Who Wanted to go to School (2025)
Book 15: The Pug Who Wanted to be a Dancer (March 2026)

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Book 1
Book 1

The Pug who wanted to be a Unicorn

Always be yourself. Unless you can be a unicorn . . . When she's abandoned just before Christmas, Peggy the pug puppy is... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Unicorn

(7 reviews) 5 7
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Book 2
Book 2

The Pug who wanted to be a Reindeer

When her family loses its Christmas spirit, Peggy heads to the North Pole to get it back! A festive adventure starring a... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Reindeer

(4 reviews) 5 4
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Book 3
Book 3

The Pug who wanted to be a Bunny

There's some-bunny new in Peggy the pug's family - and she's hopping mad! A funny new springtime adventure from the best... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Bunny

(3 reviews) 5 3
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Book 4
Book 4

The Pug who wanted to be a Pumpkin

A perfectly sweet Halloween treat! Peggy the pug is back for a spooky adventure. But can she conquer her fear of the dar... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Pumpkin

(3 reviews) 5 3
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Book 5
Book 5

The Pug who wanted to be a Mermaid

Peggy the pug is going on a mer-mazing summer holiday! A perfect beach read, from the bestselling author of THE PUG WHO ... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Mermaid

(4 reviews) 5 4
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Book 6
Book 6

The Pug who wanted to be a Star

Peggy the pug is only little, but she's going to be a BIG star! A show-stopping new story about the loveable heroine of ... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Star

(13 reviews) 5 13
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Book 7
Book 7

The Pug who wanted to be a Fairy

Wag your tail if you believe in fairies! Peggy, the world's sweetest pug, is looking for a fairy to grant a very special... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Fairy

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Book 8
Book 8

The Pug who wanted to be an Elf

Have yourself a Peggy little Christmas! The world's favourite pug is back with a funny and festive story. Peggy and her ... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be an Elf

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Book 9
Book 9

The Pug who wanted to be a Bumblebee

What a honey! Peggy the pug is buzzing with excitement in this sweet summertime story for readers aged 5+.Peggy is buzzi... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Bumblebee

(13 reviews) 5 13
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Book 10
Book 10

The Pug who wanted to be a Witch

A bewitching Halloween gift for fans of Peggy the pug! Can Peggy become a witch and cast a magic spell to make friends ... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Witch

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Book 11
Book 11

The Pug who wanted a Birthday

Peggy's best friend, Chloe, is planning a big birthday celebration for her friend's dog, and Peggy can't wait to join in... MoreThe Pug who wanted a Birthday

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Book 12
Book 12

The Pug who wanted to be a Superhero

When a superhero movie are filming in town, Peggy can't wait to meet the cast. But things don't go to plan as Peggy trie... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Superhero

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Book 13
Book 13

The Pug who wanted to be a Dinosaur

Everyone's favourite little pug embarks on a dinosaur hunt in this roaringly funny dino adventure story.What's the cutes... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Dinosaur

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Book 14
Book 14

The Pug who wanted to go to School

Peggy the pug is ready to be the teacher's pet!It's the end of the summer holidays and the children are heading back to ... MoreThe Pug who wanted to go to School

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Book 15
Book 15

The Pug who wanted to be a Dancer

Peggy's best friend, Chloe, is excited to be a bridesmaid at her auntie's wedding which will be a wonderful mix of Briti... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Dancer

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Book 20
Book 20

The Pug who wanted to be a Detective

There's a mystery afoot, and there's only one pug who can solve it!Peggy the pug's family are having a game night, and t... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Detective

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Book 21
Book 21

The Pug who wanted to be a Princess

Peggy the pug is so excited that there's a new baby in the family. But when she hears Chloe reading her cousin fairytale... MoreThe Pug who wanted to be a Princess

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