Next to You (Hardcover) - by Lori Haskins Houran
Dimensions (Overall): 8.1 Inches (H) x 8.1 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 32Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Family / New BabyFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Albert Whitman & CoAuthor: Lori Haskins HouranAge Range: 4-8 YearsLanguage: English About the Book When it comes to new babies, friends, or other loved ones, we should remind them of just how darling they are. But are they cuter than a piglet in a sweater? A basket of baby chicks? An elephant calf taking a bath? Of course! Sweet, funny, irreverent, but above all, cute, this keepsake-size book is perfect for both gift-giving and cuddly story... Book Synopsis When it comes to new babies, friends, or other loved ones, we should remind them of just how darling they are. But are they cuter than a piglet in a sweater? A basket of baby chicks? An elephant calf taking a bath? Of course! Sweet, funny, irreverent, but above all, cute, this keepsake-size book is perfect for both gift-giving and cuddly story times. Review Quotes "Pass on by that copy of On the Day You Were Born and tuck this into a shower gift instead." The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, April 1, 2016 "A refreshing alternative to hypersentimental entries in the 'I love you more than anything!' genre: sincere without being goopy." Kirkus Reviews, December 15, 2015 "Houran's irreverent tone and some clever details like an opening page where gift-givers can write the name of their favorite child, 'who is just the cutest, ' get the job done." Publishers Weekly, December 11, 2015 About The Author Lori Haskins Houran has been writing and editing children's books since 1992. She currently lives in Florida with her two book-loving sons, and they spend summers in Lori's home state of Maine. Sydney Hanson started drawing at an early age. She is an experienced 2-D and 3-D production artist and has worked for Nickelodeon and Disney Interactive. She lives in Minnesota.
Next to You : A Book of Adorableness - BRDBK by Lori Haskins Houran (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 6.9 Inches (H) x 6.9 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .7 PoundsNumber of Pages: 28Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Family, AnimalsFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Independent Pub GroupAuthor: Lori Haskins HouranAge Range: Baby - 3 YearsBook theme: Baby Animals, New BabyLanguage: English About the Book When it comes to new babies, friends, or other special people in your life, it's very important to let them know just how adorable they are. Book Synopsis When it comes to new babies, friends, or other special people in your life, it's very important to let them know just how adorable they are. But are they cuter than a piglet in a sweater? A basket of baby chicks? An elephant calf taking a bath? Sweet, irreverent, but above all CUTE, this board book is perfect for cuddling or gift-giving. About The Author Lori Haskins Houran is the author of more than twenty books for kids, including How to Spy on a Shark and Warts and All. She lives in Massachusetts. Sydney Hanson was raised in Minnesota next to numerous pets and brothers. In her spare time she enjoys traveling and spending time outside with her Labrador retriever Cash.
Warts and All - by Lori Haskins Houran (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.1 Inches (H) x 8.1 Inch (W) x .4 Inch (D)Weight: .58 PoundsNumber of Pages: 32Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Social ThemesFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Albert Whitman & CompanyAuthor: Lori Haskins HouranAge Range: 4-8 YearsBook theme: Emotions & FeelingsLanguage: English About the Book Love isn't just for the cute, the sweet, and the cuddly. This new story from the creators of Next to You features an irresistible array of adorably stinky, grouchy, burpy, and warty animals to drive the point home. Full color. 8 x 8. Book Synopsis Love isn't just for the cute, the sweet, and the cuddly. Whether you're awkward as a baby ostrich, prickly as a tiny hedgehog, or drool like a puppy pug, someone loves you no matter what! This new story from the team that created Next To You features an irresistible array of adorably stinky, grouchy, burpy, and warty animals to drive the point home. Review Quotes 2018 Paterson Prize for Books for Young People, Pre-K--Grade 3 About The Author Sydney Hanson started drawing at an early age. She is an experienced 2-D and 3-D production artist and has worked for Nickelodeon and Disney Interactive. Lori Haskins Houran is a former children's book editor and the author of more than twenty books for kids, both fiction and nonfiction, ranging from picture books to easy readers to chapter books. She lives in Palm Beach, Florida with her two young sons.
