Lily to the Rescue: The Not-So-Stinky Skunk

An irresistible animal adventure from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the A Dog's Purpose!

Join Lily, the brave rescue dog who rescues other animals, in another heartwarming, fast-paced installment of this acclaimed illustrated chapter book series. Told entirely from a pet's point of view, The Not-So-Stinky Skunk is perfect for young animal lovers ages 7-10 and early readers looking for their next favorite page-turner.

A Wild and Smelly (or Not-So-Smelly) Mission
Lily lives a happy life with her favorite human girl, Maggie Rose. Once a stray herself, Lily was rescued by the kind people at the animal shelter run by Maggie Rose’s mom. Having found her forever home, Lily discovers her true, important purpose: to rescue other animals in trouble!

While on a fun camping trip with Maggie Rose’s dad, Lily has a classic outdoor encounter and gets sprayed by a skunk! But a major mystery quickly unfolds: the skunk has absolutely no stink! Without its signature scent, this unique little creature has no way to defend itself against big, dangerous predators in the wild. Realizing her new woodland friend is completely defenseless, it’s Lily to the rescue!

Why You’ll Love This Book:
-Perfect for Growing Readers: Tailored specifically for 2nd through 4th-grade readers with accessible language, short chapters, and a fast-paced plot.
-Charming Illustrations: Engaging artwork brings Lily, Maggie Rose, and their wild animal friends to life on every page.
-Told from a Pet's Point of View: Children will love experiencing these high-stakes rescue missions through the eyes of a brave, compassionate pup.
-Great for Libraries, Classrooms, and Book Clubs: Features a unique perspective on empathy and wildlife rehabilitation, making it an excellent choice for elementary classrooms and book club recommendations.
-By a Bestselling Master Storyteller: Delivers the signature warmth, humor, and emotional depth that fans expect from W. Bruce Cameron.

Help Lily protect her newest woodland friend! The Not-So-Stinky Skunk is a sweet, thrilling reminder that sometimes the animals who seem the scariest are the ones that need our kindness the most.


More Tales for Kids from W. Bruce Cameron!
The Puppy Tales Series:
Ellie's Story / Bailey's Story / Molly's Story / Max's Story / Lily's Story / Shelby's Story / Toby's Story / Bella's Story / Cooper's Story / Lacey's Story / Piper's Story


The Lily to the Rescue Series:
Lily to the Rescue / Two Little Piggies / The Not-So-Stinky Skunk / Dog Dog Goose / Lost Little Leopard / The Misfit Donkey / Foxes in a Fix / The Three Bears / Doodle Dogs In Danger


The Dogs With a Purpose Series
Zeus: Water Rescue / Ripley: Fire Station Five / Stella: Ranch Patrol


Hey Grown-Ups!
Read the original bestselling adult novels from W. Bruce Cameron! These original, full-length novels offer a deeper, more complex look at the emotional bonds between dogs and their humans that made W. Bruce Cameron a household name.


A Dog's Purpose / A Dog's Journey / A Dog's Promise / A Dog's Way Home / A Dog's Courage / A Dog's Perfect Christmas