It can nearly impossible at times to buy a book lover a gift. Sure, a gift card is much appreciated (more than anyone knows) but sometimes, you just want to give a book that means something more.
A couple of years ago a close co-worker gave me this children's book. It's called The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore by William Joyce, illustrated by Joe Bluhm.
Beautifully written and illustrated I highly recommend this for someone you know that will unwrap, hug the the craziness out of the book and then leave you alone to read it, straight away. I was also overcome with appreciation and gratitude that my friend understood me well enough to know I would love this.
Since the holidays are coming, and you probably know plenty of book lovers (or you wouldn't be reading this) take a look at what is out there in the children's section. I would also ask (without giving yourself away) what books your friend(s) liked as a child or teen. Ask them if they still have a copy. Buy it used or new. It doesn't matter, (see last blog) it's the thought (and it's a HUGE thought) that counts. And they will adore you forever, as I do my friend.
Description from Amazon:
Book Description
The book that inspired the Academy Award–winning short film, from New York Times bestselling author and beloved visionary William Joyce.
Morris Lessmore loved words.
He loved stories.
He loved books.
But every story has its upsets.
Everything in Morris Lessmore’s life, including his own story, is scattered to the winds.
But the power of story will save the day.
Stunningly brought to life by William Joyce, one of the preeminent creators in children’s literature, The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore is a modern masterpiece, showing that in today’s world of traditional books, eBooks, and apps, it’s story that we truly celebrate—and this story, no matter how you tell it, begs to be read again and again.
Morris Lessmore loved words.
He loved stories.
He loved books.
But every story has its upsets.
Everything in Morris Lessmore’s life, including his own story, is scattered to the winds.
But the power of story will save the day.
Stunningly brought to life by William Joyce, one of the preeminent creators in children’s literature, The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore is a modern masterpiece, showing that in today’s world of traditional books, eBooks, and apps, it’s story that we truly celebrate—and this story, no matter how you tell it, begs to be read again and again.
Buy it: for you and your friends!
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