Gertrude's Brave Escape, has been written, illustrated and published by Julia Edge.
Gertrude is a real-life pekingese dog owned by Julia's friend, Sheila. This website not only showcases the book but hopes to rocket Gertrude to international stardom.
If you have any questions or would like to comment on the book or website please get in touch with Blue Lion at .
- You can purchase the book through this website using PayPal. Please follow the instructions on the The book page to place an order.
- A limited number of hand made soft toys are available (photos).
Toy Gertrude - Limited edition of 50 designed and hand made by Julia Edge. Size: 9 ins long. Comes in a box with collar, hand engraved ID disc, and grooming brush.
Larger Gertrude - Hand made to order by Julia Edge in fur fabric from France or hand dyed mohair. Size: 14 ins long. Price £95 approx. depending on fabric used.
Lady Jade Thundergrowl - As above. - Childrens Tee Shirts (photos).
Sizes: 5-7 years and 7-9 years.
Price £10 each plus £1.20 postage and packing in the UK. - Limited edition prints of some of the illustrations from the book are now available. Please contact Blue Lion for details.
- A wonderful mohair 'Gertrude look-alike' has been made by award winning teddy bear, and dog maker, Jacqui Wickenden. Go to www.jcwbears.co.uk to order (photo).
