Murray Goes to the Playground

Murray Goes to the Playground invites young readers into the delightful world of Murray, a confident and lovable Sheepadoodle with a heart full of curiosity.

In this debut picture book, Murray and his beloved Lady—Margot Tohn—venture into a bustling New York City dog park, where Murray learns about friendship, bravery, and the importance of not giving up.

Through playful encounters with pups of all shapes and sizes, Murray learns that while not everyone may want to be your friend, there's always someone who does.

With vibrant storytelling and a gentle message of perseverance and kindness, this joyful tale is perfect for children ages 3–10 who are beginning to navigate the world of friendships. The extraordinary illustrations by award-winning illustrator Scot Ritchie echo beloved picture-book classics.

Margot Tohn & Murray

Margot Tohn, known affectionately as "The Lady," has been Murray's human since he was just eight weeks old.

Oversized, energetic, sensitive, and mischievous, Murray quickly became a social media sensation thanks to Margot's charming Facebook chronicles of his adventures.

Inspired by the joy Murray brings to children and adults alike, Margot created The Murray Tails—a series of children's books filled with heart and life lessons.

Margot and Murray split their time between New York City and Saratoga Springs, NY, where Murray continues to charm everyone he meets—especially kids.

Scot Ritchie

Scot, the award-winning illustrator behind Murray's expressive world, brings warmth and whimsy to every page. His work has been translated into French, Korean, Chinese, Finnish, Arabic, and Dutch, and his playful style perfectly captures the spirit of Murray's adventures.