Lulu Didn't Want a Dog by Laurel Molk
Published by Random House Studio on March 17, 2026
ISBN: 059370908X
Genres: Animals
Format: Picture Book Fiction
Source: MSL Book Review
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Like oil and water cats and dogs are things that often don't mix well. Lulu is a cat who likes things a certain way and likes her time alone to enjoy them. When the news comes her family will be welcoming a rescue dog, Gus, into the family she is highly apprehensive and downright displeased.
Gus arrives loud and boisterous, disturbing Lulu’s much prized peace and quiet. Lulu spends her day trying to get away from Gus to be able to have her time alone. When she finds a place where she can be all alone she also finds herself in trouble and it is Gus to the rescue.
This story is a wonderful look at how to overcome as well as celebrate differences.

Ages 4-8
Reviewed by MaryAnn Lopes, Elementary Librarian. Lewiston Public Schools, Lewiston, Maine.