Hot Dog

Glorious... Salati's crowded illustrations brilliantly depict the noisy, humid city streets before he switches to cooling blues, and his seaside drawings become more expansive as the dog finds freedom on the beach... [He also] uses language economically, each word carefully considered and all the more delicious for it * Observer *
When the summer city is just too hot, a frazzled dachshund is whisked away for a restorative adventure in this witty, gorgeous picture book * Guardian *
The dog's expressions of anguish, joy and love are perfectly observed, and any child will want to revisit this new classic as an escape of their own -- Amanda Craig * New Statesman *
Entirely delightful; a breath of fresh air from start to finish * The Horn Book, starred review *
A remarkable slice-of-life story...vignettes capture the joy of companions who are utterly relaxed in the other's presence... Salati makes smart use of the picture book format to craft a calming portrait of escape and renewal. * Publishers Weekly, starred review *
The beauty of the artwork washes over your soul, having the effect of calming waves lapping over you and your reader... perfect to read on a long, hot summer's day to help calm and refresh your young readers, particularly if they have been struggling with the heat * Mini Travellers *
Salati's poetic narrative is simple yet evocative, perfectly paired with his brilliant illustrations that bring the dog's journey to life (as well as his owner's)... This charming picture book's canine protagonist reminds us that veering off the tide of a busy life and taking time to find peace and solace can be immensely rewarding * Books for Keeps *
Choices Salati makes around composition and the vibrant palette communicate much of the book's changing tone and heighten the story's emotional impact. He populates these landscapes with eye-catching details and expressive characters. These are spreads for lingering over. Best of all, the two primary characters, the dog and its owner, endear themselves to readers -- Julie Danielson * Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast *
[An] expertly wrought tale of physical and emotional relief * Kirkus Reviews, starred review *
Salati's illustrations are full of whimsy and soul...Hot Dog captures a much-needed summer excursion that readers will enjoy taking again and again * BookPage *
An utter joy from beginning to end! -- Sophie Blackall, two-time Caldecott Medal winner
A much-needed summer excursion that readers will enjoy taking again and again * BookPage *
An exquisite, near-wordless depiction of a sweltering pup escaping the New York heat at the seaside * Observer, Children's & YA Books of the Year *