by Hannah Barnaby
There are many quotes in this title. They are divided by subject. To name a few, there are quotes about Change, Courage, Creativity, Hope, Kindness, Saying Good-bye, Siblings and Thankfulness, among others.
Along with the quotes, those who pick up this book will, I think, enjoy the illustrations. Some are whimsical, all are engaging.
This book’s audience is children but I think that many adults will enjoy it as well. It will remind them of some of the books that they treasured when they were younger.
Many thanks to Sourcebooks Kids for this title. All opinions are my own.
Pub date: 04 November 2025
About the book:
From the publisher
A delightful treasury of quotes to spark joy and imagination while growing up!
This beautifully illustrated collection offers quotes from historical and modern classics for today’s kids. Centered around helpful themes, such as courage, kindness, and self-confidence, these inspirational words from some of the most creative minds in children’s literature offer readers timeless wisdom for growing up in today’s world.
Over 170 beloved children’s books are found in this treasury, including:
The Velveteen Rabbit
The Wizard of Oz
Coraline
Ramona the Pest
James and the Giant Peach
Tar Beach
A Long Walk to Water
Last Stop to Market Street
Looking for Alaska
“We are born to dream and make the things we dream about.” — The Sun Is Also a Star, Nicola Yoon
“Courage is if you knew where there were some mountains, you would definitely climb them.” — Courage, Bernard Waber
“You can’t run away from who you are, but what you can do is run toward who you want to be.” — Ghost, Jason Reynolds
About the author:
From Amazon
About the Author
Hannah Barnaby was a children’s book editor, independent bookseller, and reviewer before becoming the first children’s writer-in-residence at the Boston Public Library. She holds an MA in Children’s Literature an MFA in Writing. Her books have earned awards and starred reviews. Hannah lives in Virginia with her family and dogs. You can visit her online at http://www.hannahbarnaby.com.
About the Illustrator:
From Amazon
About the Author
Hannah Barnaby was a children’s book editor, independent bookseller, and reviewer before becoming the first children’s writer-in-residence at the Boston Public Library. She holds an MA in Children’s Literature an MFA in Writing. Her books have earned awards and starred reviews. Hannah lives in Virginia with her family and dogs. You can visit her online at http://www.hannahbarnaby.com.
Ruth Burrows is a British illustrator and designer currently working worldwide from her studio in sunny Lincolnshire, UK. She studied Theatre Design before computers were invented. Drawing, painting, and fixing things keeps her young, and she usually has her best ideas while out walking the dog.
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