Hello, friends! The third in a baby animal series I’m doing with Paw Prints hit the shelves in late April. You can read about the first two titles here.
In this one, a baby lion cub struggles to find its roar. These books are designed by the talented creators at WonderLab (ex-Nat Geo Kids folks), and whoa, did they find adorable photos to accompany my text. Don’t you just want to cuddle this cutie (who’s trying so hard to look fierce)?
These books are written for preschoolers, and, as with the others, this one’s available as a softcover picture book and, for toddlers, a slightly abridged board book.
Here are inside peeks from the board book version, in order but not sequential. (This is identical to the pb version except for the text.) So stinkin’ CUTE.
I couldn’t be happier with these little books. And next year, I have a giraffe to look forward to. Wait till you see those pics!
In other news, Picture Book Builders has been named a Top Ten Picture Book Blog (#1, in fact) by FeedSpot! Here’s a link to the top ten and a snazzy badge we get to display.
THANKS to all of you who keep coming back — and passing along the word to other picture book people!
The winner of my last giveaway, who’ll soon receive a copy of Penny Parker Klostermann’s terrific SPIDER WOMAN, is Robin Currie. Thanks for entering, Robin!
I’d love to hear more about the process of modifying the text to suit both formats and am wondering how much control you have over the decisions. This looks like a fun one for grandson who loves to roar! Congrats on this adorable new book, Jill!
Thanks, Charlotte. The text tells the same story, but the bb edition is just more basic to keep it shorter. See you soon. 🙂
These pictures are soooo cute, Jill! And the text is perfect–using minimal words to provide context without overwhelming the photos. I never really considered that lions had to learn to roar.
Aren’t they? I have pretty much zero to do with choosing them, but the team is always kind to include me in the conversation. I like leaving photo choices to the experts!
Congratulations, Jill, on another adorable book! Little ones are going to love trying out their own ROARs!
Thanks, Patty!
Adorable, Jill. Your playful text pairs perfectly with the photos. Congratulations!!
Aw, kind of you, Judy!
Oh fun – I won! 66 Woodview Dr Glen Ellyn IL 60137
And Jill Esbaum is prolific and writes quality books every time! Roar!
Yay, Robin! Congratulations. It’s a VERY absorbing book!
Nothing cuter than baby animal books! Congrats Jill!
I agree! Thanks for reading, Cathy.
Too adorable! Congrats Jill!
Thanks, Angie!
Adorable! Congratulations, Jill!
Hard to go wrong with baby lions, right?
I love this series- What an invitation for little ones to fall in love with books!
I love how the team gives each one its own theme color, Sandy. Makes the set so cute together. 🙂
Super Cute!
Thanks, Sherry!
I love the mix of photos with artwork!
The WonderLab team, combined with the Paw Prints team, can really make magic!
Love this! Also, congrats on the wel award! Keep up the good work all!!
Thanks, friend Katie! See you soon….
Congrats, Jill! That’s neat these come in many formats. Very cute, indeed!
It was a very pleasant surprise to me, Tina. Thanks!
Love these books for little ones to learn about animals! I’ll bet they are fun to write! Congratulations!
Hi Jill, Congrats on this new book. It is adorable and your language is so fun….flippy tail. I hope you Roar you way into amazing book sales. Take care!
Jill, your new book is gorgeous! A perfect gift for baby showers and little ones.