Picture Book Review: Timid by Harry Woodgate

Timid by Harry Woodgate

Publisher: Little Bee Books
Publication Date: June 28, 2022
Library Purchase: We sure will!

Synopsis

Timmy is struggling with their inner cowardly lion in this picture book about friendship and overcoming anxiety.

Timmy loves nothing more than performing, that is, until they have an audience. They live in the shadow of their inner cowardly lion who loves to come out and ROAR all their confidence away. As Timmy dreads the upcoming school play, they form a powerful friendship with their classmate Nia. Together, they work to overcome their shyness and tame the lion. But when it's time to take the stage, Timmy feels the familiar swoosh of the lion's tail.

Review: Don't Cry For Me

Don't Cry For Me by Daniel Black

Publisher: HarperCollins (Hanover Square Press)

Publication Date: January 10, 2023

Library Purchase: We bought it as a discussion set!

Synopsis

As Jacob lies dying, he begins to write a letter to his only son, Isaac. They have not met or spoken in many years, and there are things that Isaac must know. Stories about his ancestral legacy in rural Arkansas that extend back to slavery. Secrets from Jacob's tumultuous relationship with Isaac's mother and the shame he carries from the dissolution of their family. Tragedies that informed Jacob's role as a father and his reaction to Isaac's being gay.

Review: If You'll Have Me

If You'll Have Me by Eunnie
Publisher Viking Books (Penguin)
Release Date October 17, 2023
Library Purchase For a public library, for sure. Also for my bookshelf!

Synopsis

Momo Gardner is the kind of friend who’s always ready to lend a helping hand. She’s introverted, sensitive, and maybe a little too trusting, but she likes to believe the best in people. PG, on the other hand, is a bit of a lone wolf, despite her reputation for being a flirt and a player. Underneath all that cool mystery, she’s actually quick to smile, and when she falls for someone, she falls hard.