Library Lion

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