Easton the Rescue Pet returns for a scrumptious scandal in The Beef Bandit — coming September 2026!
Pownal Street Press is pleased to announce the September 2026 publication of The Beef Bandit. This is the fifth book in The Adventures of Easton the Rescue Pet series and is the follow up book to The Dog in the Deli, Homeward Bound, Puppy School Pandemonium, and our scratch n’ sniff extravaganza, Christmas Capers.
The Beef Bandit
ISBN: 9781997918073
$21.95 CAD | Hardback
Release Date: September 22, 2026
Easton the rescue dog is back for another adventure in this yummy yarn! It’s supper time in the Retter household, and Mom is making her famous shepherd’s pie when she discovers someone has stolen the main ingredient!
On a search for the culprit, Mom hunts through the house in an hilarious whodunnit. But when all clues lead back to one adorable doggy, will it be straight to bed with no supper for Easton?
“Easton is like a lovable family pooch at Pownal Street Press, and we can’t wait to see what he gets up to next!”
—Editorial Director, Mo Duffy.
Get ready for lighthearted, fun, culinary mystery with the latest story in The Adventures of Easton the Rescue Pet series!
The Adventures of Easton the Rescue Pets series:
About the Author
Elizabeth Retter is a passionate educator and performer with over 25 years of experience in elementary education. Her background in theater and voice brings her energy and passion to every storytime and school visit. A certified dog handler at the Toronto Humane Society, she uses Easton’s story to advocate for rescue animals everywhere and aims to spark a love of reading in young audiences.
For event bookings please contact Elizabeth directly HERE.
About the Illustrator
Izzy Bean is a UK-based illustrator known for her bright, emotive artwork. Her illustrations are full of life and perfectly capture Easton’s spirited personality.
Pownal Street Press is PEI’s newest publishing house. Women-owned and women-led, friendly, warm and professional: We exist to give rise to brave stories, and to be a light for community and connection. With distribution through Raincoast Books (Canada) and Orca Books (US), Pownal Street Press’ titles have national reach but local heart. For more information about the Press and its books, please visit: www.pownalstreetpress.com.