Papercutz Announces ‘Disney 101 Dalmatians: Penny’s Big Splash’

Beloved 101 Dalmatians pups Penny, Lucky, and Rolly are back for a brand-new early reader adventure filled with friendship, courage, and fun.

In partnership with Disney, Mad Cave Studios imprint Papercutz invites young readers to dive into another delightful adventure with Disney 101 Dalmatians: Penny’s Big Splash. From writer Arianna Irwin, illustrator Agnes Garbowska, colorist Sil Brys, and letterer Chas! Pangburn, this heartwarming story brings back the beloved spotted pups for a new lakeside escapade full of fun, friendship, and courage.

The Colonel and Pongo are about to take Lucky, Rolly, and Penny out for a day at the lake! Before they leave, Sergeant Tibbs tells the Dalmatian pups a story of a serpentine monster hiding in the depths of the lake. Lucky and Rolly laugh off the story, but Penny grows more scared the closer to the lake they get. Lucky and Rolly, on the other hand, continue to grow more excited and encourage Penny to be brave.

“101 Dalmatians is a Disney classic, so I am super excited to be sharing another adventure with Penny, Lucky, and Rolly,” said Irwin. “I hope that our young readers will get a little inspired to face their fears and find some fun in the process.”

“I was so excited to be working on this story with Penny, Lucky, and Rolly,” added Garbowska. “I grew up watching 101 Dalmatians, and it quickly became one of my favorite movies. What makes it even more significant for me is that it also helped me learn to read and write in English. In this story, Penny also learns something very important to her, and I hope fans not only have fun reading this book, but are also encouraged to learn.”

Disney 101 Dalmatians: Penny’s Big Splash (Hardcover, 40 pages, Ages 6-9, $14.99, ISBN 9781545820797) hits local bookstore and comics shop shelves March 17th, 2026.