Michelle Knudsen is the New York Times best-selling author
of Library Lion, illustrated by Kevin Hawkes; Argus, illustrated by
Andréa Wesson; Big Mean Mike, illustrated by Scott Magoon; and
Marilyn’s Monster, illustrated by Matt Phelan, as well as the
Trelian middle-grade fantasy trilogy and the Evil Librarian YA
horror-comedy trilogy. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, and is
terrified of spiders.
Proves that every now and then you have to break the rules.
—New York Times Book Review
This winsome pairing of text and illustration is a natural for
storytime and a first purchase for every collection.
—School Library Journal, starred review
Knudsen's gentle tale of a revered yet welcoming community
destination will ring true for many readers. Hawkes's (Weslandia)
evocative, soft-hued acrylic-and-pencil illustrations have a
timeless feel, depicting a cozy book-filled haven that any story
fan would love to visit, rules and all.
—Publishers Weekly
Knudsen and Hawkes pick a perfect setting to express the idea that
breaking rules can sometimes be a good thing.
—Kirkus Reviews
Appealing. . . . Children will easily see themselves in the wild
lion, who yearns to explore and enjoy the library but worries about
the constraining rules.
—Booklist
A beautiful book that is sure to be shared and wept over again and
again.
—The Bloomsbury Review
A picture book treat for any library lover.
—Nancy Pearl Book Reviews, KUOW Radio “The Beat"
Sweetly celebrating all things bookish and guaranteed to tickle
young readers’ funny bones.
—Child
Kevin Hawkes’ illustrations are a brilliant fit, rendering the
lion’s softness and a modern library seen from a child’s eye
level.
—Chicago Tribune
There are lessons here about making assumptions, breaking rules and
taking care of friends.
—San Francisco Chronicle
The happy ending will leave a smile on children’s faces whether
they read it themselves or hear it as a read-aloud.
—Kansas City Star
The delights of a small-town library come to life in this charming
tale.
—Star-Ledger
An old-fashioned, heart-warming storybook.
—Louisville Courier-Journal
Written and illustrated in the orderly style of mid-20th century
classics such as Andy and the Lion, the story’s special charm is in
the characters.
—Times-Picayune
With masterful subtleness, [Hawkes] evokes emotions and movement
around this magnificent furry lion.
—Sacramento Bee
If you can buy only one book this is the one.
—Daily Herald, featured in "Good Reads for Kids"
A very gentle book with a good word to say about breaking the
rules.
—Detroit Free Press
Graceful details add to the retro feel of this utterly delightful
book. Curl up at your favorite library with this winner of a
tale!
—BookPage
This beautifully illustrated story will be a joy to read over and
over again with your little cubs at bedtime.
—Houston Family Magazine
This is a book parent and child will enjoy again and again.
—About Family Magazine
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