1050 Press
Adventures with Alex
A Year of Four Seasons
Coming holiday season 2026About the story
Told at a young reader's pace, Adventures with Alex follows a curious, big-hearted dog named Alex through a year of changing seasons — and the lessons he picks up along the way from a wise old oak tree who's seen a few years pass herself.
Alex is based on the author's own Maltipoo, and the oak tree is drawn from a real friendship — the book is dedicated to her.
Meet the real Alex
Alex's real-life counterpart is Jolly-M, a Maltipoo who spends her days visiting libraries, schools, and memory care facilities, and who'll be making appearances alongside the book at signings and festivals.
If you're planning an event and would love a very good dog on hand, that can usually be arranged.
About the author
Jennifer Bowling grew up in West Virginia, where an early love of reading — sparked by a few teachers she still credits for it — never really faded. Adventures with Alex is her first children's book, published under her imprint, 1050 Press. That's her with the real Alex, Jolly-M, above.
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The book isn't out quite yet. Send a quick email and you'll be the first to hear when it's available to order, plus where to find Jennifer and Alex — er, Jolly-M — in person.
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