Dog Man: Big Jim Believes
Power up with Dog Man: Big Jim Believes from the global #1 bestselling author and award-winning artist Dav Pilkey. Join the journey as our heroes discover the influence of belief and find truth from within. With threads of self-awareness, confidence, and integrity, Dav Pilkey masterfully crafts a humorous and heartfelt adventure, weaving together the importance of truth, goodness, and believing in yourself.
The celebration comes to a halt for our heroes in Dog Man: Big Jim Believes when the mischievous Space Cuties From Space return. Our caped crusaders -- Dog Man (aka Scarlet Shedder), Commander Cupcake, and Sprinkles -- along with Mecha Molly discover that the city has changed, and nothing is how it should be. Can Big Jim's positivity and innocence help our heroes? Will Dog Man, Big Jim, Grampa, and Molly have the courage to trust each other and save the day? How does the past help shape the future? And who is the chosen one?
Readers will want to hold onto their hero capes as they soar into a new thrilling Dog Man story. The series follows the hilarious adventures of Dog Man, a lovable canine superhero and his friends. Each exciting graphic novel features inspiring characters, animated Flip-O-Ramas, and more!
Dav Pilkey
Dav Pilkey is a beloved author and illustrator known for creating some of the most entertaining and imaginative children’s books of our time. Best known for his wildly popular series, Dog Man and Captain Underpants, Pilkey has earned a place in the hearts of readers around the world with his unique blend of humor, creativity, and adventurous storytelling.
Born on March 4, 1966, in Cleveland, Ohio, Pilkey was a creative child who found an outlet for his imagination in drawing and storytelling. As a young student, he struggled with attention issues and was often told by teachers that his love for drawing cartoons wouldn’t lead to success. However, his determination to pursue his passion eventually led him to a career that has captivated millions of young readers. His quirky sense of humor and inventive characters have made his books global bestsellers, and they continue to be favorites for children and parents alike.
Dog Man
In a world where superheroes come in all shapes and sizes, Dog Man stands apart with its unique blend of humor, heart, and surprising heroism. This isn’t just another comic book series—it’s an adventure where a part-dog, part-man hero takes on crime, chaos, and the everyday struggles of being a reluctant hero. With his canine instincts and human courage, Dog Man is the hero we never knew we needed, blending the quirky charm of a dog with the responsibilities of a police officer.
Dog Man consists of thirteen primary books, and includes one additional book that complement the series but is not considered mandatory reads and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of two more books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
















