Antarctic Dognapping: from the viewpoint of S.T.A.Y.

by Hazel Edwards

Antarctic expeditioners are great tall story tellers. But this time, the tale is from the dog's point of view. STAY (Stuck there all year) is the fibre glass donation dog, 'borrowed' from the Guide Dog Charity and taken to Antarctica by expeditioners. Author Hazel Edwards was 'writer on ice' with the Australian Antarctic Division in 2001 and learnt about STAY's adventures while she was beset in the polar ice.

Generous expeditioners donated, but some money was digital! How can it be collected?

http://www.hazeledwards.com/page/anta... has links to more books about Antarctica written by Hazel Edwards

9 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 4, 2014

About the author

Hazel is a readaholic, author and Reading Ambassador.

She’s best known for the children’s classic ‘There’s a Hippopotamus on Our Roof Eating Cake’ which inspired ' Hippo! Hippo! the, Musical'' produced by Garry Ginivan which toured nationally.

January 2026 , The Guardian newspaper listed 'There's a Hippopotamus on Our Roof Eating Cake' in the top 50 Australian picture books. End January 2026 voting in the Guardian poll will close for the top picture book.
2026 will celebrate the 46th year of this picture book.

Her unconventional memoir 'Not Just a Piece of Cake-Being an Author' (AUDIBLE and from www.ligatu _re as part of UnTapped project of historical Australian literature. ).
'Wasted?' a YA/adult cross over #Clific novel is her latest, set around the Garbage Patches, mid ocean where Asylum Seekers trade bio fuel to form a new State and gain visas. In dsylexi font from ReadHowYouWant and being adapted for screen.
Adult murder mystery 'Celebrant Sleuth: I do...or die' with asexual sleuth Quinn is currently on AUDIBLE ,read by the author from print & e versions. 'Wed,Then Dead on The Ghan' is a mini-sequel , commissioned by ABC audio and currently being adapted as a screenplay.
Hazel mentors her 'Hazelnuts' and helps people craft their ancestry in her popular workshops ‘Writing a Non- Boring Family History’, and 'Complete Your Book in a Year'.
'Fake I.D.' a family history mystery YA novel was translated into Tamil by Cre-A in Chennai.

Hazel’s 2001 Antarctic expedition inspired the young adult eco-thriller 'Antarctica's Frozen Chosen', picture book ‘Antarctic Dad’ (reprinted by Kipas) and the memoir, ‘Antarctic Writer on Ice’. Reading about Antarctica is a hobby.
Recently AmbaPress.com.au re-issued updated script collections of Hazel's class plays including 'Grief and Loss in Schools' , 'Issues' and 'Workplays' as well as 'Kaleidoscope of Ideas for Gifted students'. Authorpreneurship' and 'Writing for Young People' have been popular.

Hazel writes a new story for each of her four grandsons each birthday. 'Go Go Gecko' is latest and is being translated.

Reviews

[Rhys]

Antarctic Dognapping is a solid classroom resource for primary students studying the South Pole. It's short and direct, with an unusual protagonist and ideas that students could expand on, allowing them to supplement the narrative with their own online research.

[Hazel Edwards · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clayton South Primary School: 5/6 students reviews of ‘Antarctic Dognapping’
“This is a sensational book about a donation dog’s trip to Antarctica. 5 out of 5 stars.” Jaden, age 11
“Antarctic Dognapping is a humorous and entertaining book about a plastic, fantastic donation dog. I really enjoyed it and learnt a few things about Antarctica. 5 out of 5 stars.” Saanvi, age 10
“Antarctic Dognapping is a great book about a plastic dog who goes to Antarctica and the people treat him like a proper dog. I rate this book 3 stars!” James, age 11
“The plastic, fantastic donation dog S.T.A.Y. had an amazing story! I really enjoyed this book and hope to see more like it! 4 out of 5 stars.” Kaan, age 11
“This was a great book and interesting so I really enjoyed it. 3 and a half stars.” James, age 12
“This book is a nice book. I enjoyed all of it and it was funny and entertaining because of the dog. 4 out of 5 stars.” Jim, age 11
Antarctic Dognapping is an interesting book about a plastic donation dog that illegally travels to Antarctica. Filled with lots of interesting facts and many great pictures to refer to, I give this book a 5/5 star rating.” Hana, age 11
“The book was very exciting and adventurous. It was about a plastic dog who travels all around the world. I loved it! 5 out of 5 stars.” Navneet, age 11
“The book was hilarious. It was different than normal books I read. I loved the part when S.T.A.Y. took photos everywhere. I give it 4 stars.” Asli, age 12
“The book was really good and I rate it 5 stars. Hope you make another Antarctica book again. ☺ “ Amor, age 10
“Dognapping adventure in Antarctica: S.T.A.Y., the plastic guide dog, has been all over the world and now he’s in Antarctica. Being cared and loved, photos of her adventure have been taken everywhere. It’s amazing! 4 out of 5 stars.” Andrew, age 11
“I thought that Antarctic Dognapping was a different and interesting book. I really enjoyed it. It was about a donation dog named S.T.A.Y. and her adventures in Antarctica. I rate and give this book 4 stars.” Natasha, age 12
“The book was interesting when people took a plastic donation dog around Antarctica. 5 stars.” Vienna, age 10
“Antarctica Dognapping is a great book about a plastic dog that travelled everywhere with people. Clayton South Primary School loved this book. I give it a 5 out of 5.” Dima, age 11