Baby Barney Needs Hugs & Food! by Renee Servello is a children’s illustrated book that understands a simple truth: growing up can be exciting, confusing, and a little uncomfortable—especially when you’re a Labradoodle puppy getting bigger by the day. Published under Explora Books, the story is told in Barney’s own voice and invites young readers to see the world from knee-level, where hugs matter, food is always on your mind, and love doesn’t shrink just because you don’t fit anymore.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, 27th Mar 2026 – Barney introduces himself as a puppy who is “growing like a rocket.” That growth is the heart of the book. As Barney gets bigger and heavier, everyday things stop working the way they used to. He no longer fits on his doggie bed, his food bowls are replaced with a “ginormous” one, and being picked up is suddenly “hard to do.” Even the couch and the family bed are off-limits now, leaving Barney on the floor, missing how things used to be.
Servello’s writing keeps the language simple and conversational, making it easy for early readers to follow while still feeling specific and true. Barney speaks directly to the reader, sharing his hunger (“I need FOOD!”), his love of hugs, and his confusion when his size causes trouble—like accidentally bumping into family members on the stairs. These moments are handled with gentle humor rather than chaos, keeping the focus on feeling rather than spectacle.
Daily life provides much of the book’s charm. Barney waits for the school bus with his family, sometimes climbing a few steps while kids squeal and hug him. He fears trips to the veterinarian and shakes so much he has to be carried inside. He loves car rides to the beach, where he sticks his head out the window to “bite the air,” then chases fish in the ocean he never quite catches. Even the postman earns a role as Barney’s “best friend,” though that friendship has its limits.
The story closes with a quiet shift. Barney is no longer “Baby Barney,” just Barney now that he’s grown. He doesn’t fit on laps anymore, but he is still loved, still included, and still happy. Written by Renee Servello—also the author of Petey the Pug Escapes for 24 Hours and other family-centered stories—and released through Explora Books, Baby Barney Needs Hugs & Food! offers a warm, playful look at growth, change, and learning to accept yourself, even when you take up more space than before.
Baby Barney Needs Hugs & Food! is available on Amazon and other major retailers worldwide.
About Explora Books
Explora Books is a book marketing firm located in the heart of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The company specializes in self-publishing and marketing, taking pride in its exhaustive research and creative strategies that provide wider avenues for aspiring authors to gain recognition for their works. Explora Books aims to guide authors through the complexities of self-publishing, offering convenient solutions to navigate this process. The firm fosters and redefines creativity and innovation, setting new industry standards. Explora Books is dedicated to empowering authors globally.
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