The Art of How Dogs Sleep

Contributors

By Alison Kim

Formats and Prices

On Sale
Apr 21, 2026
Page Count
40 pages
ISBN-13
9780316580281

Price

$18.99

Price

$24.99 CAD

Format

Hardcover

Format:

Hardcover $18.99 $24.99 CAD

Discover all the hilarious ways dogs take a snooze in this playful and irresistible debut picture book!

Did you know there is an art to how dogs sleep? It’s not quite as simple as it looks. There’s the matter of finding the perfect spot, the perfect ambience, and, of course, the perfect position.

This charming picture book ​with its wide cast of adorable dogs explores their secret and slumbery world, and subtly invites readers to slow down, be mindful, and drift off to sleep with their paw-fect companions. 

  • "Whimsical and dreamy, certain to delight dog lovers with its heart and humor."
    Kirkus Reviews
  • "[This] gentle story is sure to become a fast favorite among animal lovers, and it’s easy to imagine readers imitating the playful poses during a read-aloud or winding down with the dogs at bedtime....A true treat from tip to tail."
    Booklist
  • "Kim’s charming debut invites young readers to observe the sleep rituals of canine companions....a strong addition to bedtime story collections or even quiet-down story hours."
    School Library Journal

Alison Kim

About the Author

Alison Kim is an author-illustrator who loves dogs, oh so much! Hanging out with her sweet rescue pups, Peanut and Oliver, is her favorite pastime, and she constantly thinks about adding more pups to their pack! Alison lives and works in Northern California. She invites you to check out her art process and the adorable doggies who inspired her debut picture book on Instagram @alisonkimart.

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