Author: Lindsay Leslie
Illustrator: Alice Brereton
Publisher: Page Street Kids, Feb. 19, 2019
Intended Ages: 4-8
Themes: Fear, Humor, Books
Opening Line(s):
"Whew! Thanks for turning on the lights! As I said, I'm afraid of the dark. Actually, I'm afraid of most things, because I'm spineless."
Synopsis:
An anthropomorphized book breaks the fourth wall and talks directly to the reader, fearing the possibility of facing a terrifying plot, becoming braver with each page turn.
What I like about this book:
Lindsay has two more books under contract with Page Street Kids (so far!). Keep a look out for this new talent.
This review is part of PPBF (Perfect Picture Book Friday) where bloggers share great picture books. Organized and curated by author Susanna Leonard Hill, she keeps an ever-growing list of Perfect Picture Books. #PPBF
I need to check this one out! As a kid (and also an adult), I also sometimes found my fears -- both rational and irrational -- overwhelming. Thanks for sharing, Wendy.
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen this one! It looks and sounds funny and clever. Putting on my TBR list today. I love how PPBF gives me so many new books to read. Thanks for the heads up!
ReplyDeleteThis is an unusual twist on facing your fears! I love it! This book would pair nicely with "Scaredy Book!"
ReplyDeletelooks fun!
ReplyDeleteI love that title. And books that break the fourth wall are so much fun to read aloud.
ReplyDeleteThis book looks like such fun & I love that you suggest another one to pair with it.
ReplyDeleteCool. Hadn't heard of this one. Will have to check it out!
ReplyDeleteGreat interesting concept. Must see if I can find this in our library. Thanks for sharing Wendy.
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