This is a Story by John Schu, Lauren Castillo
Published by Candlewick Press on March 14, 2023
Pages: 40
Genres: Realistic Fiction
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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This Is A Story is a sweet, quiet, simply worded book about a child finding a seahorse story at the library after flying a seahorse shaped kite. Most of the story is told through the illustrations, which are digital drawings painted in watercolor. The book has a gentle and encouraging message about the importance of libraries and books, and is sure to warm the reader’s heart.

This book will shine brightest with adults who will recognize many of the real picture book covers that are included in the illustrated library. The book is a love letter to libraries, finding connections, and imagination and would be lovely in a library story time.

Note: the dust cover of the book can be removed to become a poster that says, “Happy, Happy Reading!”

Reviewed by Katie Drago, Rockland Public Library