Series Outline
Dixie’s Diaries is an ever-growing collection of picture books inspired by real dog-park friendships, gentle life lessons, and the everyday adventures that make Dixie’s world so special.
This roadmap gives you a peek at the stories available now, and the ones on their way.
Dog Park Series
The Dog Park Series is a collection of stories centred around Dixie’s experiences at her local dog park. Beginning with her first visit and continuing through her growing friendships and daily routines, the series captures the social, emotional, and developmental milestones of early childhood — told through the lens of a Sheltie finding her place in the world.
01
A Day at the Dog Park
Dixie visits the dog park for the very first time, meeting new friends, learning boundaries, and building her confidence.
02
Another Dog Park Day
Dixie returns with excitement, reconnecting with familiar faces and meeting new ones as she becomes part of the park community.
03
Daily Dog Park Routine
Dixie finds comfort and joy in the everyday rhythm of dog-park life, settling into friendships and familiar paths.
Learning Series
The Learning Series expands beyond the dog park, guiding readers through themes of purpose, diversity, and belonging. As Dixie encounters working dogs, new environments, and animals of all kinds, each story highlights the value of contribution, confidence, and friendship across differences.
04
Not Perfect, Still Pawsome
Dixie meets working dogs with important roles and realises that helping others comes in many forms, including her own job as an Emotional Support Animal.
05
Dogs With Jobs
Dixie explores new places and meets animals she’s never seen before, learning that friendship can grow with creatures of every shape and size.
06
Friends of all Kinds
Dixie explores new places and meets animals she’s never seen before, learning that friendship can grow with creatures of every shape and size.
ADVENTURE SERIES
The Adventure Series captures Dixie’s experiences beyond the dog park, as she explores beaches, road trips, and special days out with Mum. Through new places and unfamiliar situations, Dixie learns to stay calm, be brave, and enjoy the journey wherever it leads.
07
Beach Day
Dixie heads to the beach for a day of sand, waves, and new experiences, discovering confidence as she tries things she’s never done before.
08
Road Trip
Dixie joins a family road trip full of sights, smells, and surprises, learning how to stay calm and enjoy the journey along the way.
09
Dixie and Mum
Dixie gets to experience a day at work with Mum in the truck, enjoying little adventures like visiting a café and exploring Bunnings together.
Comfort Series
The Comfort Series explores the gentle moments of everyday life — time at home, shared celebrations, and the warmth of close friendships. These stories focus on emotional connection, reassurance, and the calm confidence that comes from feeling safe and supported.
10
A Day at Home
Dixie spends a quiet day at home with Mum, enjoying cuddles, movies, snacks, and gentle play while helping Mum feel calm and cared for.
11
Party at the Park
Dixie celebrates her special day with friends at the dog park, sharing treats, toys, and joyful moments with the dogs and people she loves.
12
Girls’ Night
Dixie joins Mum and her friends for a cosy girls’ night, filled with snacks, laughter, games, and the comfort of being together.
Special Additions
The Special Additions stories highlight the important days and heartfelt moments that sit outside everyday routines. Whether celebrating a special occasion or navigating difficult goodbyes, these books explore love, gratitude, friendship, and remembrance with warmth and care.
13
Mum’s Special Day
Dixie spends the day learning what a mother does, seeing how Mum cares, comforts, and guides her, and realising how lucky she is to be loved so deeply.
14
Christmas Paw-ty
Dixie celebrates Christmas surrounded by friends and loved ones, enjoying cosy moments, gentle traditions, and the magic of being together.
15
Park Halloween
Dixie joins her dog-park friends for a fun Halloween outing, dressing up, sharing treats, and enjoying a playful, light-hearted day.
16
Missing Friends
Dixie learns about grief when a beloved dog passes away, discovering comfort through memories, gentle support, and the love that stays with us even after goodbye.