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What to Do This Half Term: Screen-Free Activities for Children and Parents
If you’re searching for what to do this half term, you’re not alone. Many parents want simple, meaningful activities that don’t involve endless screen time, expensive days out, or complicated planning. The good news? Some of the best half term activities happen right at home – and one of the most powerful tools you can use is a story. The Happy Puppy is more than just a children’s book. It’s a heart-warming tale that helps to build confidence and can be used as a springboard

Sophie Placido
Feb 173 min read


What Readers Are Saying: The Happy Puppy Book Reviews
One of the most rewarding parts of publishing The Happy Puppy has been seeing how it’s been embraced by families - from toddlers spotting animals on the page to older children engaging with the story’s deeper themes. Reading these reviews has been a genuine joy, and I’m so grateful to everyone who has taken the time to share their experience of the book. A Young Reader Enjoying The Happy Puppy Book I’m delighted that The Happy Puppy has received multiple 5-star reviews fro

Sophie Placido
Feb 102 min read
Press release: Islington based author publishes children's book
Islington based author, Sophie Placido, publishes children’s book aimed at teaching children the importance of being true to themselves...

Sophie Placido
Aug 23, 20222 min read


The Happy Puppy – where can you buy a copy?
Here are several links to where you can buy your copy of The Happy Puppy children's book by Sophie Placido

Sophie Placido
Aug 20, 20221 min read


The Happy Puppy - launch day!
Over the last 48 hours, the love and support I’ve received since announcing that I’ve written and published my first children’s book, The...

Sophie Placido
Aug 12, 20223 min read
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