Book Review of Where’s Winnie?
The Children’s Book Review
Where’s Winnie?
Written by Beth Nicole Hynes
Illustrated by Polya Bulba
Ages: 3-7 | 36 Pages
Publisher: Bunny Tales (2026) | ISBN: 979-8998922206
A rescue dog’s unwavering loyalty takes center stage in this true-story-inspired picture book about love, hope, and the kindness that connects us.
When Winnie the rescue dog goes missing, she isn’t looking for her way home — she’s looking for Beth. Convinced that her person is the one who is lost, Winnie sets off on her own determined search while Beth searches just as hard from the other direction. Where’s Winnie? is a tender adventure about what it means to truly belong to someone. Fans of P.D. Eastman’s Are You My Mother? will recognize a similar emotional pull: the gentle ache of searching and the relief of being found.
Hynes’s text is sweet and punchy, with a confidence that keeps the dual narrative moving without ever feeling complicated for its young audience. The writing has a kinetic energy to it — words curve and dance across the page in a way that draws early readers into the story’s rhythm and momentum.
Bulba’s illustrations are simply adorable, bringing warmth and personality to every spread. The dynamic layout — alternating full-page images with vignettes — gives the book a visual energy that mirrors the story’s urgency, while keeping each page inviting and accessible.
Where’s Winnie? is a reassuring, big-hearted story that will resonate with any child who has ever loved a pet. Dog lovers will be instantly smitten, and families who have experienced the fear of a lost pet will find something especially meaningful here. A wonderful addition to shelves alongside other beloved tales of loyalty and the enduring bond between people and their pets.
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About the Author
Beth Nicole Hynes is the founder of Bunny Tales and a lifelong animal lover who has never met a stray she didn’t want to rescue. Her stories are inspired by real-life adventures starring her own furry friends. Beth splits her time between Puerto Rico and Chicago, where she lives with her husband, two children, four dogs, and a crew of outdoor cats who have fully taken over the yard! Through her books, Beth hopes to spark imagination, kindness, and a deep love for animals in young readers everywhere.
For more information, visit: https://www.bunnytales.com/
