Michael Wertz, Dog Dreams

Bay Area illustrator and printmaker Michael Wertz (whose work has graced many of Bookshop's newsletter covers) will celebrate the release of his new board book. Equally wonderful for children and adults, Dog Dreams imaginatively reveals the hopes, wishes, and ambitions of over a dozen dozing canines through playful imagery and rhyming text.

Originally printed by hand in a limited letterpress edition of 100 copies at the SF Center for the Book, Dog Dreams is a labor of love from the mind of author, artist, and printer Michael Wertz. The vibrantly colorful, engaging shapes in the board book pop out from the page in retro red and cyan that evokes a 60s feel. The narrative of the book imagines the many places mans best friend may go during a long dog nap--from Tracys dream of a rooftop tap dance to Dooeys evening cup of coffee on top of his new French chateau. This unique title is a work of pure joy and celebration of animal companions and is the perfect gift for any dog lover.  

We hope you and your pup will join us for books, music (Wertz's band, The Mutts, will perform—yes, there will be a ukelele!) and lots of fun. The SPCA will also be on hand with some adorable adoptable dogs!

Dog Dreams--Get it Signed! (Board Book)

By Michael Wertz

$14.95

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If you can't join us for this event, you can still have a copy of Dog Dreams signed at the event. Books must be paid for in advance and can either be shipped or held for pick-up in the store. Internet orders must be placed by Tuesday, January 17th. After that, please call the store to inquire about signed editions.

Books can be personalized with a name and brief message, not more than 75 characters in length. Messages require the author's approval and are not guaranteed.

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Dog Dreams (Hardcover)

By Michael Wertz

$14.95

ISBN-13: 9781584234715
Availability: Usually ships from warehouse in 1 - 5 days
Published: Gingko Press, 11/2011

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