* An Indie Next List Pick *

"Appealing illustrations combine with a timely message that one kind act can start a chain reaction of kindness. A sweet and far-from-cloying ode to love." --Kirkus

Fall in love with this endearing and adorable picture book that illustrates how a little bit of heart goes a long way to making the world a better place.

Hedgehog, Bunny, and Squirrel are best friends. One day, they each find a letter. But not just any letter...

A love letter.

My word

My whiskers

Aww, nuts

Someone loves them. But who? The answer may surprise you

Celebrated author Anika Aldamuy Denise and beloved illustrator Lucy Ruth Cummins deliver this heartwarming tale about a wonderful mix-up that reminds us of the joys of friendship.

Makes for a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or for any time you want to tell someone in your life how much you love them

Author: Anika Aldamuy Denise
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 10/08/2019
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 8.10h x 10.00w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9780062741578
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 2.8
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 507670 / Love Letter


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/01/2019
Publishers Weekly 07/29/2019
Booklist 09/15/2019 pg. 66
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2019
School Library Journal 10/01/2019 pg. 66

About the Author
Cummins, Lucy Ruth: -

Lucy Ruth Cummins made her author-illustrator debut with the ALA Notable picture book A Hungry Lion, or A Dwindling Assortment of Animals. She has also illustrated This Is Not a Valentine, written by Carter Higgins, and The Love Letter, written by Anika Aldamuy Denise, as well as wrote and illustrated Stumpkin. As a teenager, Lucy taught herself how to type on an old-fashioned typewriter with just her toes, and even wrote a few love letters this way! The youngest of six children, she was born in Canada, where she lived in an actual log cabin; she was raised in Upstate New York and currently lives with her little family in Brooklyn, New York. Visit her online at www.lucyruthcummins.squarespace.com.

Denise, Anika Aldamuy: -

Anika Aldamuy Denise is the celebrated author of many picture books, including The Love Letter; Pura Belpré Honor-winning Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré; Starring Carmen!; Lights, Camera, Carmen!; and Monster Trucks. She lives in Rhode Island with her family. Visit Anika online at www.anikadenise.com.