DC Swain

Biography

DC Swain is an author of books for all ages, including the popular Down in the Garden and How High Will It Fly? picture books, Crossing Lines and the Freddie Figg series.

He believes in creating stories that keep readers engaged, while teaching simple life lessons. He has collaborated with illustrators from around the globe and only publishes stories that get his daughters' seal of approval.

He lives in a state of permanent chaos with his wife, daughters and the real-life Oakley and Bella.

To contact DC Swain, email contact@dcswain.com

Where to find DC Swain online

Books

The Collected Tales of Oakley and Bella
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 2,010. Language: English. Published: July 18, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Pets & domestic animals, Fiction » Children’s books » Family / Siblings
All four Oakley and Bella tales are combined into one volume in this boldly illustrated childrens book. Follow Dalmatians Oakley and Bella as they learn about friendship and growing up through their exciting adventures. These stories are perfect "read-to-me" books for 2 to 5 year olds
Oakley and Bella on Holiday
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 570. Language: English. Published: July 18, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Pets & domestic animals, Fiction » Children’s books » Fiction
Oakley and Bella are taken to Paris on holiday by their owners in this playful new story where they learn the value of friendship. This is a journey of fun, adventure and the value of friendship. Read to me ages 2-5 ***Check out the other books in the "Oakley and Bella" series: -How Oakley Lost His Spots -When Oakley Met Bella -Oakley and Bella Meet Puss
Oakley and Bella Meet Puss
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 700. Language: English. Published: July 18, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Friendship, Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Pets & domestic animals
Oakley and Bella are Dalmatians whose owner introduces them to a new pet – a fluffy cat called Puss. Oakley is desperate to be friends with Puss and this story follows his journey to find out what friendship means to different creatures. A vividly illustrated picture book, this story is perfect for teaching the different values and needs of friendship.
When Oakley Met Bella
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 380. Language: English. Published: July 18, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Family / Siblings, Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Pets & domestic animals
Oakley is a Dalmatian who enjoys living with his owners. But one day, his owners tell him they are about to get another dog. Oakley worries that he will miss out on attention and treats from his owners, but he doesn't count on the extra enjoyment he gets from having another dog around. A vividly illustrated picture book, this story is perfect for only children awaiting the arrival of a sibling.
How Oakley Lost His Spots
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 560. Language: English. Published: July 18, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Pets & domestic animals, Fiction » Children’s books » Social Issues / Adolescence
Oakley is a Dalmatian who doesn’t have any spots. Convinced by his friend Rover that he has lost them, he sets off to find his spots, only to find out that Dalmatians aren’t born with spots and that they all develop at different times. A vividly illustrated picture book, this story is perfect for showing children how everyone develops at different rates.
The Fearsome Charlie Grace and the Amazing Pirate Race
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 420. Language: English. Published: July 5, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Action & Adventure / Pirates, Fiction » Children’s books » Stories in Verse
The Fearsome Charlie Grace holds a race of pirates in this book of rhythm and fun. Each page introduces a new pirate coming to a calamitous, hilarious end in this adventure race. With colourful full-page illustrations and a wonderful sing-song rhythm, your children will love reading this story over and over again.