Incredible selection of books curated by Word, our beloved neighborhood independent bookstore in Greenpoint:

Spencer's New Pet

written & illustrated by Jessie Sima

From the creator of Not Quite Narwhal comes a classic tale of a boy and his dog-except in this unique story, one of them is a balloon! Spencer's New Pet is a story of pure fun about a boy, his dog, and a friendship that endures life's sharpest...and most unexpected twists.

The Hug

by Eoin McLaughlin, illustrated by Polly Dunbar

In this clever flipbook, both a hedgehog and a tortoise are looking for a hug. They ask all the other animals they come across but for some reason no-one will hug them. Until a wise owl explains: Hedgehog is too spiky; Tortoise is too bony. And that's when they find each other! A hug - at last!

When I Grow Up?

by Paula Vásquez

All of the children in Miss Ester's class know what they want to be like when they grow up: their families! And each family is special and unique. Readers will be surprised and delighted to find that Johnny the duckling's mom and dad have curly tails, stubby noses, and hooves.

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Winner responsible for pickup of all physical items and certificates at Parachute Brooklyn, 151 Norman Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222, from December 17-22, during regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-7pm and Sunday 10am-6pm.