Introducing Mr Walker – a hotel dog with a nose for adventure!

​On a brilliant autumn’s day, Mr Walker arrives at the grandest hotel in town. While things get off to a wobbly start, this charming labrador is determined to put his best paw forward. And it’s just as well because the most unexpected adventures await . . .

The Tales of Mr Walker contains four delightful stories inspired by the real-life Mr Walker, a Guide Dog Ambassador who now calls Park Hyatt Melbourne home.

Royalties from sales of this book go to Guide Dogs Victoria.

Written by Jess Black
Illustrated by Sara Acton
Published by Penguin Books Australia, 2018

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Reviews

“This book consists of four stories of Mr Walker after his arrival at his new home and I do hope there will be more as they are charming and heart-warming. Beautifully illustrated the stories follow Mr Walker’s experiences as he learns to interact with both his new family and the various guests he encounters. Royalties from this book go to support the Guide Dogs of Victoria which is a truly lovely bonus.”
Sue Warren, Just So Stories blog

“As the machinations of a hotel are revealed through the eyes, ears and, particularly, the nose of this charmingly affable dog, we meet a host of guests and staff. We enjoy his triumphs and good-natured perspectives as he sniffs out a delicious pastry or greets a world-renowned musician with a wag of his tail. Jess Black understands dogs and as you read you feel you could reach down and pat Mr Walker.”
Alexa Dretzke, Readings

“...this is a beautifully designed and presented book which would suit children aged 8 to 11 years who enjoy chapter books.”
Dianne Bates, Buzz Words
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“Written in a chatty narrative that will appeal to all those who love stories about dogs, especially true ones, this book contains four illustrated stories about Mr Walker’s adventures at the hotel -where he still remains lounging on his custom-made Tasmanian oak bed.”
Barbara Braxton, The Bottom Shelf blog