places to be

"We have so many places to be!

Places to be loud

and lovely

and scared

and jubilant."

A tribute to good friends and the countless experiences we have with them.  Sweet, sincere, funny and reassuring, Places to Be also reminds children that no matter where they are, what they're feeling and what they encounter, the world is made for them to embrace and explore.  And having a trustworthy friend with you while you're out there is always a good idea.

Places to Be was written by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Renata Liwska and published by Balzer + Bray.

life

Cynthia Rylant draws parallels between the human experience and nature in this meditation on life, its beauty and the wonder of it all.  Her soft, gentle text conveys an appreciation for the uniqueness and experiences of life, the important lessons we learn along the way, and the wisdom and values we hope to instill in our children that will carry them through their lifetime.  Breathtaking and emotionally rich illustrations by Brendan Wenzel are a perfect fit for the book's beautiful and meaningful message.

LIFE will be out on June 27 from Beach Lane Books.

sun

On the hottest day of the year—hotter than broccoli soup and hotter than the Atacama Desert—a boy and his grandad are on the hunt for the perfect picnic spot.   Their sun-filled search becomes long and drawn-out but proves fruitful.  What ensues is an epic afternoon replete with gleaming adventure, new friends and patience rewarded.  To be immersed in Sam Usher's sweeping, picturesque watercolors and magical visual storytelling is an incredible treat—don't miss out on this one.

SUN is the third story in Sam Usher's seasonal series and was published by Templar.

kiki and coco's guide to paris + giveaway

If you happen to be traveling to Paris sometime soon, or even in the far future, be sure to find yourself a copy of Kiki and Coco's Guide to Paris when it publishes later this month on June 27.  Kiki and Coco teach you French words, help you pack for your trip, provide tidbits about French culture and remind you to take note of the beautiful details, monuments and magical experiences you have in the City of Lights.  Included are activities, four postcards (with scenes from Kiki and Coco's original storybook) and a pocket in the back to hold any Parisian treasures you pick up along the way.  A wonderful way to become acquainted with Paris and its many charms, and the perfect keepsake to record your amazing time there.

Kiki & Coco’s Guide to Paris was written by Nina Gruener, photographed by Stephanie Rausser and the beautiful doll in the book was made by Jess Brown.

Cameron Books is giving away one set of Kiki and Coco in Paris AND Kiki & Coco’s Guide to Paris.  This giveaway is open to US and Canada residents and the winners will be drawn at random.  It ends on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 11:59 PM PDT.  Head over to Instagram to enter.