Leni Zumas's writing crackles. Her books are sharp, bleak, funny, and possibly dangerous. When her collection of short stories, Farewell Navigator,...
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Big PB Planet applause for Do Not Build a Frankenstein! by Neil Numberman (Greenwillow Books, HarperCollins Publishers, 2009). The new kid in the neighborhood has some very important advice to give: do not build a Frankenstein! He should know--he made that "mistake!" But after detailing all the awful things that come of having your very own Frankenstein, will the new kid succeeded in convincing everyone? Numberman's goofy, fun illustrations and authentic voice have plenty of kid-appeal. Perfect for Halloween or anyday, this non-scary, unusual buddy/pet story will likely become a big hit. Buy a copy for your home planet today! www.pbplanet.blogspot.com
Big PB Planet applause for Song of Middle C by Alison McGhee, illustrated by Scott Menchin (Candlewick Press, 2009). Much preparation goes into a girl's first piano recital--tireless practicing, extensive visualization... and lucky underwear. But when her big moment finally comes, so do the butterflies-in-the-stomach. What will the girl do if she can't remember her piece? Menchin's cartoony-but-expressive artwork (love the wood elves and "floating heads" of the audience!) perfectly illustrates all the nuances and nerves of McGhee's funny text. Buy a copy for your home planet today! www.pbplanet.blogspot.com
Big PB Planet applause for Tulip and Lupin Forever by Mireille Levert (Groundwood Books, House of Anansi Press, 2009). In this unusual, touching tale, Tulip the watering fairy (a fairy with a watering can on the top of her head) tends her field of flowers, while Lupin, her dog bee, collects nectar and makes dog honey. But old Lupin starts to slow down, and one morning, Tulip can't wake him up. Her watering can overflowing with tears, heartbroken Tulip leaves the home that reminds her so much of her departed friend. But when she finally returns to the flower field, a special new bloom is waiting for her... A comforting fantasy for any child who's lost a beloved pet, and a unique stand-out among "flower fairy" illustrations and stories. Buy it for your home planet today! www.pbplanet.blogspot.com
Big PB Planet applause for Itty Bitty by Cece Bell, (Candlewick Press, 2009). It’s an adorably absurd situation when a two-inch dog comes across a bone, and decides it’s big enough to call home. Itty Bitty moves in, but realizes that the spare space doesn’t feel homey yet—he needs some itty-bitty furnishings! But will Itty-Bitty find anything his size in the big department store? The simple, sweet, low-conflict story and the cheerful illustrations will appeal to itty-bitty readers, and parents will chuckle at the puns contained in the “little” title puns on the bookshelf. (Plus, Itty Bitty’s vehicle is just about the cutest mode of transportation ever!) Zoom on over to your local bookstore and bring it back to your home planet today. pbplanet.blogspot.com
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Do Not Build a Frankenstein! by Neil Numberman
Ame Dyckman, August 13, 2009
Big PB Planet applause for Do Not Build a Frankenstein! by Neil Numberman (Greenwillow Books, HarperCollins Publishers, 2009). The new kid in the neighborhood has some very important advice to give: do not build a Frankenstein! He should know--he made that "mistake!" But after detailing all the awful things that come of having your very own Frankenstein, will the new kid succeeded in convincing everyone? Numberman's goofy, fun illustrations and authentic voice have plenty of kid-appeal. Perfect for Halloween or anyday, this non-scary, unusual buddy/pet story will likely become a big hit. Buy a copy for your home planet today! www.pbplanet.blogspot.comSong of Middle C by Alison Mcghee
Ame Dyckman, August 12, 2009
Big PB Planet applause for Song of Middle C by Alison McGhee, illustrated by Scott Menchin (Candlewick Press, 2009). Much preparation goes into a girl's first piano recital--tireless practicing, extensive visualization... and lucky underwear. But when her big moment finally comes, so do the butterflies-in-the-stomach. What will the girl do if she can't remember her piece? Menchin's cartoony-but-expressive artwork (love the wood elves and "floating heads" of the audience!) perfectly illustrates all the nuances and nerves of McGhee's funny text. Buy a copy for your home planet today! www.pbplanet.blogspot.comTulip and Lupin Forever by Mireille Levert
Ame Dyckman, August 11, 2009
Big PB Planet applause for Tulip and Lupin Forever by Mireille Levert (Groundwood Books, House of Anansi Press, 2009). In this unusual, touching tale, Tulip the watering fairy (a fairy with a watering can on the top of her head) tends her field of flowers, while Lupin, her dog bee, collects nectar and makes dog honey. But old Lupin starts to slow down, and one morning, Tulip can't wake him up. Her watering can overflowing with tears, heartbroken Tulip leaves the home that reminds her so much of her departed friend. But when she finally returns to the flower field, a special new bloom is waiting for her... A comforting fantasy for any child who's lost a beloved pet, and a unique stand-out among "flower fairy" illustrations and stories. Buy it for your home planet today! www.pbplanet.blogspot.comItty Bitty by Cece Bell
Ame Dyckman, July 9, 2009
Big PB Planet applause for Itty Bitty by Cece Bell, (Candlewick Press, 2009). It’s an adorably absurd situation when a two-inch dog comes across a bone, and decides it’s big enough to call home. Itty Bitty moves in, but realizes that the spare space doesn’t feel homey yet—he needs some itty-bitty furnishings! But will Itty-Bitty find anything his size in the big department store? The simple, sweet, low-conflict story and the cheerful illustrations will appeal to itty-bitty readers, and parents will chuckle at the puns contained in the “little” title puns on the bookshelf. (Plus, Itty Bitty’s vehicle is just about the cutest mode of transportation ever!) Zoom on over to your local bookstore and bring it back to your home planet today. pbplanet.blogspot.com