Pawcasso
by Remy Lai (Author) Remy Lai (Illustrator)
Remy Lai, the award-winning creator of Pie in the Sky makes her middle-grade graphic novel debut, Pawcasso, about the unexpected friendship between the loneliest girl in class and the coolest canine in town.
"It's tail-wagging entertaining!" --Kelly Yang, New York Times bestselling author of Front Desk
Every Saturday, Pawcasso trots into town with a basket, a shopping list, and cash in paw to buy groceries for his family. One day, he passes eleven-year-old Jo, peering out the window of her house, bored and lonely. Astonished by the sight of an adorable basket-toting dog on his own, Jo follows Pawcasso, and when she's seen alongside him by a group of kids from her school, they mistake her for Pawcasso's owner.
Excited to make new friends, Jo reluctantly hides the truth and agrees to let "her" dog model for an art class the kids attend. What could go wrong? But what starts as a Chihuahua-sized lie quickly grows Great Dane-sized when animal control receives complaints about a dog roaming the streets off-leash. With Pawcasso's freedom at stake, is Jo willing to spill the truth and risk her new friendships?
"A beautifully drawn and delightful story bursting with art, books, and fun!" --Maria Scrivan, New York Times bestselling author of Nat Enough and Forget Me Nat
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It's tail-wagging entertaining! —Kelly Yang, New York Times bestselling author of Front Desk
A beautifully drawn and delightful story bursting with art, books, and fun! —Maria Scrivan, New York Times bestselling author of Nat Enough and Forget Me Nat Praise for Fly on the WallA Best Book of the Year for Kirkus, Booklist, Chicago Public Library, and School Library Journal! "Funny, enthralling, and a great reminder that being a little odd isn't a bad thing." —Kayla Miller, author of Click and Camp Bright, funny storytelling . . . in this sharp, sweet story there is much to connect with. —The New York Times Book Review * Near-misses and laugh-out-loud moments abound, which will endear it to readers who like 'Big Nate' and 'Wimpy Kid, ' but Henry's character development in this illustrated novel leaves Greg Heffley in the dust. —School Library Journal, starred review * Lai has a talent of not preaching to her readers, instead offering the reassurance that no one is alone in experiencing the painful awkwardness and occasionally harsh realities of growing up. . . This thrilling coming-of-age adventure is both quirky and sincere. —Kirkus Reviews, starred review * Comics-style artwork gives the book Wimpy Kid flair . . . readers will fall in love with Henry. A smile-inducing crowd-pleaser. —Booklist, starred review I absolutely loved the storytelling . . . Add in the copious humor (did I mention it's genuinely laugh-out-loud funny?) and remarkable cathartic journey and you've got yourself a winner. — Fuse #8 Praise for Pie in the Sky
Winner of the Sid Fleischman Award for Humor! A Parents Magazine Best Kids Book of the Year! A New York Public Library Best Book of the Year! An NPR Best Book of the Year! A Horn Book Best Book of the Year!
Pie in the Sky is like enjoying a decadent cake. . . heartwarming and rib-tickling. —Terri Libenson, bestselling author of Invisible Emmie * "Perfect for fans of Gene Luen Yang and Victoria Jamieson." —Shelf Awareness, starred review * Like salted caramel, a perfect balance of flavors, this deftly drawn story is a heartfelt treat. —Kirkus Reviews, starred review Uproarious humor and a burgeoning friendship add to the ingredients in this stunning debut. . . a book to be savored - and the illustrations are the icing on the cake. —NPR * The humor [is] akin to that of Jeff Kinney's popular "Wimpy Kid" series . . . the perfect mixture of funny and emotionally resonant. —School Library Journal, starred review * Lai imbues this [story] with an undeniable sweetness. —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review * A delectable page-turner. . . Heartbreakingly honest; in equal parts funny and poignant. —Horn Book, starred review
JUV019000 - Juvenile Fiction | Humorous Stories
JUV008110 - Juvenile Fiction | Comics & Graphic Novels | Humorous
JUV008050 - Juvenile Fiction | Comics & Graphic Novels | Animals
