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To Be With You

To Be With You

Dave Gunning (Author) See More
Meaghan Smith (Illustrator) See More

JUVENILE FICTION
Animals | Love & Romance
Dogs , Pets
Nimbus Publishing
1 - 2
5 - 7
2026 Spring
Picture Books

Paperback
9781774714058
$13.95 CAD
English
08/27/2025

EPUB [reflow]
9781774714065
$8.99 CAD
English
09/09/2025

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Description


All I want is to be with you
All day long and all night too

Whether they're big or small, scruffy or sleek, every family dog wants the same thing: to be by their human's side! This heartfelt picture book celebrates that undeniable bond between pups and their people, showing the world through a dog's eyes—and how their whole world revolves around their family.

Written by award-winning singer-songwriter Dave Gunning and with cozy and bright illustrations by Meaghan Smith, this is one picture book you'll want to read (and sing!) over and over again.

Dave Gunning Meaghan Smith

Author Bio


With over fourteen albums to his credit, Dave Gunning is a luminary in Canadian folk music. His journey showcases his talent for blending melodic sincerity with compelling storytelling. Over his career, Gunning has received ten East Coast Music Awards, two Canadian Folk Music Awards, four Music Nova Scotia Awards, and a JUNO Award nomination. His ability to blend humor with poignancy makes his performances unforgettable, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere for his audience. And he loves dogs.

Meaghan Smith, a JUNO- and East Coast Music Award–winning singer-songwriter, graduated from Sheridan College's prestigious 2D animation program before pursuing her passion for music. While continuing to create music, she combines her love for art and music by writing and illustrating picture books based on her songs. Meaghan lives in Nova Scotia with her husBand and two children.

Biographical note


With over fourteen albums to his credit, Dave Gunning is a luminary in Canadian folk music. His journey showcases his talent for blending melodic sincerity with compelling storytelling. Over his career, Gunning has received ten East Coast Music Awards, two Canadian Folk Music Awards, four Music Nova Scotia Awards, and a JUNO Award nomination. His ability to blend humor with poignancy makes his performances unforgettable, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere for his audience. And he loves dogs.

Biographical note


Meaghan Smith, a JUNO- and East Coast Music Award-winning singer-songwriter, graduated from Sheridan College's prestigious 2D animation program before pursuing her passion for music. While continuing to create music, she combines her love for art and music by writing and illustrating picture books based on her songs. Meaghan lives in Nova Scotia with her husBand and two children.

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9781774711040 9780593380062 9780316458863 9781338862447