I HAD A FAVORITE DRESS

written by Boni Ashburn
illustrated by Julia Denos

"A charming interpretation of an old story
that will speak to young fashionistas."
-Kirkus Reviews

"A spunky story about adjusting to change
with creativity and style."
-Publisher's Weekly

"...an endearing picture book."
-The Wall Street Journal

"...sure to capture the imaginations of
would-be seamstresses; children who
can't bear to part with a favorite item; and those who want to reduce, reuse and recycle."
-School Library Journal

HUSH, LITTLE DRAGON

written by Boni Ashburn
illustrated by Kelly Murphy

"...hilariously deadpan...
It's Sweeney Todd for the sandbox set."
-Regan McMahon, San Francisco Chronicle

"...very original...quirky and refreshing...certain to bring a smile to the faces of even
the grumpiest of children."
-Through The Looking Glass Children's Book Review

"...Hush, Little Dragon brings a welcome tartness to mother love... that reached my 4-year-old
right where he lives."
-Washington Post

"Charmingly illustrated... kids with an affinity for Edward Gorey will no doubt be tickled."
-Time Out New York Kids magazine

OVER AT THE CASTLE

written by Boni Ashburn
illustrated by Kelly Murphy

A Bankstreet College
2011 Best Children's Books of the Year!

"Well-rhymed quatrains guide readers through a medieval landscape... Simple but richly textured oil and acrylic illustrations contain amusing details... A playful and comforting addition to storytimes."
--School Library Journal

"Murphy's sun-drenched illustrations, featuring gentle humor and child-oriented characters,
beget a fanciful medieval world."
--Publisher's Weekly

"...a rhythmic read-aloud...
beautifully illustrated, engaging picture book..."
--Jen Robinson's Book Page

BUILDER GOOSE:
IT'S CONSTRUCTION RHYME TIME!

written by Boni Ashburn
illustrated by Sergio De Giorgi

One, two, here comes the crew!
Three, four, here come more...

With three dump trucks, an itsy-bitsy skid steer, and a host of other equipment, there's a whole lot of building going on here! Amusing construction-themed nursery rhymes--each based on a Mother Goose favorite--feature diggers, graders, crushers, cranes, jackhammers, forklifts, and wrecking balls. With bright, bold illustrations, this fun read-aloud should be a big hit with kids.

Forthcoming Titles

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