5 Books I’m Taking to Canada

We have a family trip to Canada coming up and I’m bringing some books along:

Let’s see, what do we have here . . .

The Puppets of Spelhorst by Kate DiCamillo

This one comes out on October 10th. Why am I bringing it? Do I have to explain? I read everything that Kate DiCamillo writes. Don’t we all?

The Eyes & the Impossible by Dave Eggers, illustrated by Shawn Harris

I’ve heard many great things about this book, yet I’ve purposely avoided learning what it’s about. So this will be a complete surprise read.

Doodles from the Boogie Down by Stephanie Rodriguez

This book just looks like a good time. You have to bring some funny books along, right?

The Book That No One Wanted to Read by Richard Ayoade, illustrated by Tor Freeman

This one caught my eye because I’m a big fan of Tor Freeman. It’s also been getting good reviews so I’m in.

Just Jerry: How Drawing Shaped My Life by Jerry Pinkney

Whenever I’m reminded that the great Jerry Pinkney is no longer with us, I feel sad. But man did the guy leave a lot for us to remember him by. This book is an autobiography of sorts that I’ve been waiting for the right time to read.

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