Sunny the Coast Guard Dog's Dynamite Adventure

Winner of the 2026 Book of the Year Award by Creative Child Magazine Awards Program in the category of Kids' Stories about Courage.

Get ready for a tail-wagging adventure as Jamie and his mom, Coast Guard Officer Thomas, rescue a golden retriever named Sunny-only to discover she has a nose for danger and a heart full of courage. As Sunny trains to become a real Coast Guard dog, she learns it takes patience and determination to master new skills and soon discovers her special talent for sniffing out explosives. Sometimes frustrated, but always trying her hardest, Sunny rises to the challenge of protecting others.

In her first mission, Sunny is lowered from a helicopter onto a suspicious boat, where she must use all her training to detect hidden danger. Packed with action, teamwork, and heart, Sunny the Coast Guard Dog's Dynamite Adventure is perfect for early readers who love brave dogs, daring rescues, and stories full of courage and heroism.

With a wag of her tail and a nose that knows, Sunny is ready for adventure!