See these branches? They’re not for tugging.
See this ball? It’s not for fetching.
It’s the holiday season, and Dog smells a change in the air. With his new friend Baby by his side, Dog investigates the many strange occurrences in their home—like a tree in the living room, fragile balls that are not for fetching, and friends new and old—as he gets into the Christmas spirit with his family.
Published by Quirk Books, October 2024.
A 2024 National Parenting Product Awards Winner
“A must purchase.”—Sarah Sieg, School Library Journal
Cat is curious. There's a new addition to the family, but who exactly is this small being? This new arrival doesn’t meow like a cat, or smell like a cat, or even have a tail like a cat. As Cat investigates, he might just come to appreciate this loud, silly family member. After all, they both enjoy a good catnap.
Published by Quirk Books, March 2022.
“A board book treasure.” —New York Journal of Books
A playful and heartwarming board book from the perspective of a skeptical dog who must come to terms with--and maybe even become friends with--a peculiar new family member. Perfect for dog loving families and new parents!
Published by Quirk Books, October 2021
“A playful and funny romp that will appeal to dog-owning tots.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Original, playful and heartwarming.”—Midwest Book Review
“The perfect books for families with pets and a new baby.”—Youth Services Book Reviews
Available wherever books are sold!
Please consider ordering a copy (or 4!) from one of my favorite local shops:
Little Shop of Stories
Brave + Kind Bookshop
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“The teacher-friendly theme of cooperation and emotive characters suggest a good fit for all settings.” — Kirkus Reviews
“The illustrations are done with cut paper and digital collage, making the book feel childlike and approachable…A unique and enjoyable story about conflict resolution.” — School Library Journal, starred review
Groundwood Books, 2020
About the book:
Early one morning, a strange visitor arrives — a visitor whose name is Holiday. “I’ll be taking over for you today!” Holiday tells Monday. And before long, Holiday has met the other days, even Saturday and Sunday, who usually sleep all week.
With each introduction, Monday becomes more and more upset. She is used to starting the week, and she’d like to keep it that way. When Holiday announces how much fun he’s having, and that he’d like to stay, Wednesday and Friday admit that they are a little worried, too. Meanwhile, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday are completely smitten by this exciting new day.
Finally, Monday (with Wednesday and Friday in tow), asks Holiday to kindly pack his things and go. Then just in time, Tuesday comes up with a solution that will work for everyone.
“Wishinsky’s quippy dialogue and well-researched storytelling capture the passion and intelligence of the extraordinary Emily . . . Nelson’s whimsical cut-paper collages, an interplay of bright blocks of color and black-and-white photography, capture a rapidly growing city in the flux of modernization. . . . Another win for the ladies of STEM.” — Booklist, STARRED REVIEW
Groundwood Books, 2019.
“In this charming tribute to the quirkiness of collective nouns, playful artwork and clever captions invite children of all ages to contemplate a variety of amusing scenarios illustrated in bright colors and bold patterns.” –Foreward, STARRED REVIEW
“Offbeat nonsense humor of the highest order: not to be missed.” –Kirkus, STARRED REVIEW
Groundwood Books, 2018
* Alcuin Society Book Design Award, 2019
* Chosen for American Illustration 38
Based on a true story about JonArno Lawson’s uncle, this quirky picture book is about making choices – and art.
Groundwood Books, 2017
In this picture book, inspired by the life of Flannery O’Connor, a young fan of fowl brings home a peacock to be the king of her collection, but he refuses to show off his colorful tail. The girl goes to great lengths to encourage the peacock to display his plumage — she throws him a party, lets him play in the fig tree, feeds him flowers and stages a parade — all to no avail.
Then she finally stumbles on the perfect solution. When she introduces the queen of the birds — a peahen — to her collection, the peacock immediately displays his glorious shimmering tail.
This delightful story, full of humor and heart, celebrates the legacy of a great American writer.
Groundwood Books, 2016
* A Book All Young Georgians Should Read, 2017
* Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance Okra Pick, 2016
