
Bella Swift, Author
Series: The Pug Who Wanted to...
Imprint: Orchard Books
Publication date: August 27, 2026
Category: Animal stories (Children's / Teenage)
ISBN: 9781408376812
Snuggle up with Peggy the pug this Halloween in this bumper collection!
In The Pug who wanted to be a Pumpkin, Peggy the pug’s family are getting ready for Halloween, but Peggy’s friend Chloe is too scared of monsters to look forward to trick-or-treating. Peggy must help Chloe realise that monsters aren’t real in this heartwarming Halloween story about overcoming fears and anxiety.
In The Pug who wanted to be a Witch, Peggy wants to become a witch so she can do a magic spell and make the kitten next door disappear. But when she discovers a secret about her new neighbours, Peggy realises that a different kind of magic is needed – the magic of friendship!
A delightful Halloween collection with adorable black and white illustrations throughout. The perfect Halloween treat for fans of the world’s most loveable pug!
Bella Swift is a children’s book editor who has written many successful children’s book series under a variety of pen names. She lives in London with her husband, her two daughters and a pet cat – but dreams about getting a dog!