When author Dave McMullan's wife XiangMin was pregnant with their youngest daughter, she was constantly followed around the streets of their hometown in China by a friendly little Dachshund. Growing fond of their newfound 4-legged friend, the McMullan family decided he deserved a name. His name became “Banger” after the slang term for sausages in England. They were never sure if Banger had an owner or not, or whether they should take the little Dachshund into their home but as he looked happy and healthy enough, they decided not to.
When their daughter Maya was born, Dave and XiangMin would often take her out to see Banger and he, as usual, was happy to see them. After a while Banger stopped coming around; Dave guessed that he had another family to make happy, and so he decided to write a poem for his cousin in London. This was how “Banger the Sausage Dog - Lost in London” was born!
Written in poetry form, 'Banger' is designed to introduce children to the joys of poetry as well as tell a tale of hard work, determination and success.
Join Banger the Sausage Dog in an adventure that sees him winding his way to happiness on a foggy day in London town. As he navigates his way through the mist he finds himself in an increasing series of mishaps and adventures. On his travels, Banger struggles against adversity while looking for the joy that he deserves only to find it in the most unusual of places: a red London double-decker bus!
About the Author
David McMullan is a jolly middle-aged Englishman who likes nothing better than writing children’s poems whilst sipping a cup of tea.
Originally a philosopher David entertains all types of writing work including poetry, journalism and marketing promotions.
Inspired by his own children and grandchild, David wanted to spread the joy of poetry to kids of all ages by using it to bring lovable and relatable characters to life by utilizing a theme of ‘struggling against adversity’. Banger the Sausage Dog - Lost in London was the perfect vehicle to spread that joy.
David is aided in his task by his 9-year-old daughter Maya, who is a constant source of inspiration and even criticism!
David and Maya intend to write a series of illustrated poetry books for kids.
About the Illustrator
Illustrator - Paul Jamiol, an avid motorcyclist, has been cartooning and illustrating for the past 40 plus years. His cartoons and illustrations have been featured in various magazines and newspapers. Paul is also the author and illustrator of several children's books of his own.
Dave and Paul became friends over their interest in motorcycles. Dave showed Paul a poem he had written about a little lost sausage dog. Fast forward a couple of years and that little sausage dog has come to life in Banger the Sausage Dog - Lost in London.
About the Editor
Editor - Linda Habib is the editor of Banger the Sausage Dog - Lost in London. Linda brings her editing expertise from the many children's books she has worked on.
Her job has been to keep Dave on his toes with his writing and Paul on his toes with his illustrations. She has handled her work on Banger with a keen eye infused with charm and grace.
