Out Now: What Coco Can Do

Illustrated by Stephanie Laberis and written by Maribeth Boelts, this book is a sweet love-letter to our favorite four-legged friends.

Coco is a dog who can cuddle. He’s not like Luna, who lives with cheetahs at the zoo, or super sniffer Lucky or Jax the lifeguard dog. From cattle dogs to four-footed movie stars, there is no end to canine achievement. But Coco, in his special vest, is no less exceptional: he can bring comfort to a person with a fearful, lonely, or hurting heart. His cuddling makes others feel stronger and less alone.

A vibrant, loving tribute to the good that dogs do—especially everyday heroes like Coco, who comfort humans experiencing hardship, trauma, and loss.

What Coco Can Do was published by Candlewick Press on April 1, 2025. Get your copy here!

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