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Description
"Once upon a time, there was a troll," says Lucy. But Mr Barker isn't listening. He's off on his own fairy-tale adventure. Who will he and Lucy meet and will their story end happily ever after?
Quick Summary
Imagine a kid trying to spin a fairy-tale about a troll for a distracted dog, only to have that mischievous pup wander off and create his own adventure that playful twist makes Fairytales for Mr Barker stand out. Lucy starts her story with a classic "once upon a time," but Mr Barker is too busy chasing a squirrel or sniffing the garden, leading him into a mini quest of his own where he meets a friendly troll. The short, easy-to-read text (just over 500 words) is perfect for early readers who want a story that feels like a game of make-believe, and the gentle humor keeps the whole family laughing. There's a light-hearted hint of danger when Mr Barker encounters the troll, but nothing that will spook kids it's really about imagination and the joy of storytelling. If your child enjoys picture books that mix fairy-tale elements with a dog's antics, they'll probably love this one; it feels a lot like the witty twist in The True Story of the Three Little Pigs, but aimed at a younger audience.