Firefly Hollow

Marc Notes: Because their dreams of daring adventures go against the cautious teachings of their nations, Firefly and Cricket set out on their own, find a home with kindly Vole, and together help a grieving miniature giant named Peter. Publisher Marketing: Firefly. Cricket. Vole. Peter. Can four creatures from four very different Nations help one another find their ways in the world that can feel oh-so-big? Delve into this lush, unforgettable tale in the tradition of "Charlotte's Web "and "The Rats of NIMH," from the author of the "New York Times "bestselling "Someday." Firefly doesn't merely want to fly, she wants to touch the moon. Cricket doesn't merely want to sing about baseball, he wants to catch. When these two little creatures with big dreams wander out of Firefly Hollow, refusing to listen to their elders, they find themselves face-to-face with the one creature they were always told to stay away from...a giant. But Peter is a Miniature Giant. They've always been told that a Miniature Giant is nothing but a Future Giant, but this one just isn't quite as big or as scary as the other Giants. Peter has a dream of his own, as well as memories to escape. He is overwhelmed with sadness, and a summer with his new unlikely friends Firefly and Cricket might be just what he needs. Can these friends' dreams help them overcome the past?" Firefly Hollow "is nothing short of enchanting, reminding us all that the very best friend is the one who wants you to achieve your dreams. Full-color tip-in illustrations and dozens of black-and-white drawing provide added glow. Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 04/15/2015 (EAN 9781442423367, Hardcover) - *Starred Review Booklist 05/15/2015 pg. 55 (EAN 9781442423367, Hardcover) - *Starred Review School Library Journal 06/01/2015 pg. 101 (EAN 9781442423367, Hardcover) - *Starred Review Publishers Weekly 05/25/2015 (EAN 9781442423367, Hardcover) - *Starred Review Kirkus Reviews 05/15/2015 pg. 67 (EAN 9781442423367, Hardcover) - *Starred Review Horn Book Magazine 07/01/2015 pg. 140 (EAN 9781442423367, Hardcover) Contributor Bio:  McGhee, Alison Alison McGhee writes in all forms for all ages. She's the #1 New York Times bestselling author of books such as Shadow Baby and Someday and a slew of others. She lives in Minneapolis and Vermont, is irresistibly drawn to the color green, and would be happy to eat potstickers every day. Contributor Bio:  Denise, Christopher Christopher Denise is an award-winning children's book illustrator and visual development artist. His books have appeared on the New York Times" bestseller list and have been recognized by Bank Street College of Education, Parents' Choice Foundation, and the Society of Illustrators Annual Exhibition. Christopher Denise lives with his family in Rhode Island.