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CHILDREN'S

Released: May 1, 2001

IT’S BEDTIME!

by Brigitte Weninger, illustrated by Alan Marks

"One note of caution: the illustrations of Ben's toy of choice elevates this tale from preschool appropriateness to young grade-schoolers; while little ones may take fright at the fierce ghoulishness of the toy, older, savvier ones will appreciate it's macabre effectiveness. (Picture book. 5-8)"

A small boy selects an unlikely bedmate in this quirky tale from the author of the popular Davy Rabbit series (Happy Birthday, Davy!, 2000, etc.). Read full book review >

Cover art for WHO WILL GO TO SCHOOL TODAY?

CHILDREN'S

Released: March 1, 2001

WHO WILL GO TO SCHOOL TODAY?

by Karl Rühmann, illustrated by Miriam Monnier

"Just the thing to entice aspiring truants back to the classroom. (Picture book. 3-6)"

A reluctant preschooler decides to play hooky from school. Read full book review >

Cover art for BERTIE AND SMALL AND THE BRAVE SEA JOURNEY

ADULT

Released: Sept. 1, 1999

BERTIE AND SMALL AND THE BRAVE SEA JOURNEY

by Vanessa Cabban

"A cozy book, ideal for story time. (Picture book. 2-4)"

Bertie and his best friend—or more accurately stated, toy rabbit, named Small—are inseparable, embarking upon innumerable adventures together. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: April 1, 1998

USED-UP BEAR

by Clay Carmichael, illustrated by Clay Carmichael

"A joyous ending, in which Bear admires himself "all morning in the mirror," brings great relief, as well as a message of love and loyalty. (Picture book. 5-8)"

This story of a well-loved, fraying stuffed toy features a protagonist suffering heartbreaking sadness and misery. Read full book review >

CHILDREN'S

Released: Sept. 1, 1993

EMMA BEAN

by Jean Van Leeuwen, illustrated by Juan Wijngaard

"A fine readaloud or early young reader. (Picture book. 4-8)"

A particularly endearing stuffed toy—a very long-earred rabbit, made by Molly's grandmother before her birth—survives the affection of the normally rambunctious child. Read full book review >

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