7,000 Pies for Rosie

Cathy Hope Illustrated by Jenny Cooper

The heartwarming true story of Rosie, a sheep dog who became a train station legend.

This heartwarming true story celebrates Rosie, an iconic Border Collie and her remarkable life on New Zealand’s Canterbury Plains. After ten loyal years spent herding sheep, Rosie retires to the quiet town of Springfield—where she discovers a new calling. Twice a day, she meets the TranzAlpine Express, delighting passengers and rounding up tourists. In return, she is given a delicious meat pie. Over ten years, Rosie is estimated to have eaten more than 7,000 pies! Brought to life with warm, expressive illustrations, this is a delightful tale of purpose, community, and the culture and spirit of New Zealand.

Based on the incredible true story of one of New Zealand’s most beloved Border Collies.
Blends rural life, train travel, and local folklore into a rich narrative of companionship and legacy.
Rich illustrations that showcase iconic New Zealand landscapes and historic railway scenes—inviting readers into Rosie’s world.

Cathy Hope's carefree childhood in New Zealand included adventures on family farms, exploring riverbeds and beaches, fishing, making cubbies, and climbing trees. Her admiration for New Zealand's landscape, flora, fauna, and culture influences her writing. Cathy, a primary school teacher, has over thirty books published for children and educators. She lives with her family beside the sea at Frankston in Victoria, Australia, and often makes trips back to New Zealand.

Jenny Cooper is one of New Zealand’s best-known illustrators of books for children. An award-winning illustrator with 30 years’ experience, she specialises in books for very young children and Pacific Island children. She works in a wide range of styles, and her work is always characterful, animated, thoughtful, and humorous.

ISBN ：978-1-76036-302-4

Release Date ：7th April 2026