The Tales of Charlie Wags: London Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with Ali Barclay, Sofie Wells, and The Children’s Book Review.
Let’s all “paws” for an adventure through London in Sofie Wells and Ali Barclay’s latest book, The Tales of Charlie Wags: London!
Charlie Wags might look like an ordinary dog, but he has an extraordinary gift: his wagging tail can transport him anywhere in the world. This time, Charlie’s heading to London! Follow him as he visits the city’s famous sights, from Buckingham Palace to a nighttime spin on the London Eye, all before returning home for a well-deserved rest.
Highly recommended for families and educators looking to inspire a love for reading and exploration.
—The Prairies Book Review
PAWSOME GIVEAWAY ALERT! Embark on Charlie’s London adventure and you could fetch incredible prizes! One lucky reader will win a signed hardcover copy of The Tales of Charlie Wags: New York City, a collection of adorable Charlie Wags greeting cards, AND a $50 Amazon gift card to fuel your next reading spree! Simply enter our drawing below to join Charlie’s pack of winners. Don’t miss your chance—enter TODAY and let the adventure continue!
The Tales of Charlie Wags: London Virtual Tour Dates
| Monday, March 17, 2025 The Children’s Book Review Book Review of The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
| Monday, March 17, 2025 The Starlit Path Book Review of The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
| Tuesday, March 18, 2025 Confessions of a Book Addict Book Spotlight on The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
| Wednesday, March 19, 2025 A Blue Box Full Of Books Book Review of The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
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| Friday, March 21, 2025 @FroggyReadTeach Instagram Post about The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
| Monday, March 24, 2025 The TipToe Fairy Book Activity for The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
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| Wednesday, March 26, 2025 Deliciously Savvy Book Review of The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
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| Friday, March 28, 2025 Mrs. Makes Reading Fun Book Review of The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
| Monday, March 31, 2025 Country Mamas With Kids Book Review of The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
| Tuesday, April 1, 2025 Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers Book Review of The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
| Wednesday, April 2, 2025 Cover Lover Book Review Book Review of The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
| Thursday, April 3, 2025 Q&As with Deborah Kalb Author Interview with Ali Barclay and Sofie Wells |
| Friday, April 4, 2025 Writer with Wanderlust Book Review of The Tales of Charlie Wags: London |
| Tuesday, April 8, 2025 One More Exclamation Author Interview with Ali Barclay and Sofie Wells |
The Tales of Charlie Wags: London
Book Giveaway
The Tales of Charlie Wags: London: Book Giveaway
About the Book
The Tales of Charlie Wags: London
Written by Ali Barclay and Sofie Wells
Illustrated by Sanna Sjöström
Ages: 3-7 | 40 Pages
Publisher: Kendam Press LLC (2025) | ISBN: 979-8-9900050-2-0
Publisher’s Book Summary: Charlie Wags is a seemingly ordinary pup. He goes on daily walks, chases squirrels, and scours the kitchen floor for crumbs when no one’s looking.
But Charlie has an extraordinary secret. He loves to travel the world and has a special trick to do so: his wagging tail can whisk him away to far-off places!
This time, he’s off to London, England!
Embark on a panoramic tour of London led by ever-curious pup, Charlie Wags! From the grandeur of Buckingham Palace to an evening ride on the London Eye, Charlie explores the Big Smoke before returning home for bedtime.
Wherever you may be, the world is just a wag away. ™
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About the Authors
Sister-author duo Ali Barclay and Sofie Wells form the writing team behind The Tales of Charlie Wags picture book series. The series offers young explorers a conversational understanding of the world’s most famous cities.
As daughters of immigrants, their family heritage exposed the sisters to the importance of cultural diversity early on. Their parents prioritized showing them the world, even on a tight budget. This instilled in them the idea that travel is one of the best forms of education.
Recognizing that not all children had the chance to explore the world firsthand, Sofie and Ali saw an opportunity to share their travel experiences with other families and children through charming stories that make far-off places accessible.
For more information, check out charliewags.com
About the Illustrator
Sanna Sjöström, also known as Sannadorable, is based in Sweden and creates stunning digital watercolor illustrations.
Sanna has loved art her whole life and has plenty of experience painting with watercolor. When she had children, she didn’t have the time or energy to pull out all the necessary supplies to paint. She found that her iPad was accessible in just seconds; so, she started mimicking watercolor digitally.
She now illustrates for children’s books, but also creates posters, cards, and digital illustration tools. Her biggest inspiration comes from flowers and nature. Sanna’s mission is to brighten your day and make you smile through her art.
Thanks for following along with us on Ali Barclay and Sofie Wells’ The Tales of Charlie Wags: London awareness tour!
184 Comments
An adorable book cover!
Looking forward to visiting London in print!
I would visit Buckingham Palace.
A truly sweet book!
I would love to visit Buckingham Palace.
I’d be most excited to visit the Buckingham Palace with Charlie because I’ve never been to the royal residence and would love to take a tour inside.
Adorable cover
So cute! Thank you for the chance to win this!
I think my daughter would love this book.
cute
This would be perfect for my niece and nephews
Buckingham Palace would be a fitting location to visit! Nearby and an iconic England location!
I would visit Leadenhall Market because it is a stunning example of a Victorian marketplace, the architecture, a delight for the eyes.
This sounds like an incredible series, and one I would love to read to my grandchildren.
A cute story.
My grandson will like it.
So cute!
I would love to visit the Tower of London
I’d go anywhere with the adorable Charlie
This is an awesome book for young readers!
I just love Charlie Wags! The illustrations are just so charming.
I’d love to check out Buckingham palace with Charles
Coincidently, my 18lb orange tabby is also named Charles (who turns into an 18lb python come nail cutting time, lol)
I would love to visit Kensington Palace.
I’d love to see the Tower of London – it seems fascinating
I would love to see the Tower of London and Big Ben. I’ve always been fascinated by the stories about the Tower and Big Ben. I think it would be a great trip.
Love these Wags books.
Sounds wonderful.
Loving the cover
Sounds like a sweet story.
So cute! Thanks!
I’d like to take my grandchildren to Buckingham Palace.
Good prizes
I would love to visit Buckingham Palace!
Great book for children.
Looks so sweet
I’d like to go to Marks & Spencer.
I would love to visit Buckingham Palace because there is so much history in that building!
I’d love to win this for my grandsons.
This sounds like is a cute, fun adventure book.
So adorable!
So adorable! Thank you!
I’d love to visit London someday
I’d like to keep this book on my grandchildren’ bookshelf in my house.
I would like to win the Wags book for my great-grandson. I know he would love it!
Such a cute book cover!
My daughter would love this prize package!
This book takes you on a wild adventure.
I would take my granddaughters to Fortnum and Mason for afternoon tea.
Great illustrations
I want to visit Buckingham Palace.
Buckingham Palace is on my list
I believe Reading books like this encourages a child to dream about places he can eventually go. They are fun and I believe promote a child’s curiosity.
Adorable!!!
Charlie Wags goes on a fun adventure. So cute.
Love the cover, it’s very cute.
I’d love to visit Big Ben
Loving the London Wags.
So cute, thanks.
Winning this giveaway would make my great-grandson very happy to add this book to his collection.
This book takes you on a wild adventure with Charlie Wags.
Such an adorable book! Thank you!
Such an adorable book! Thank you so much! I would like this!
So many things to do in London
I would love to see Big Ben with Charlie Wags!