I notice books like Never Give a Baby a Library Card fast because I am always looking for energy, clarity, and some actual delight, not hollow loudness.
Erin Sandberg,Tom Booth has this landing in children’s, which means I want the book to move with confidence and know exactly where its pressure points are.
This feels closer to a real hand-sell than a courtesy mention, which is usually a good sign. Abrams Books for Young Readers has it listed for 21-Oct-2025.
That alone makes it feel worth keeping on the radar for readers who follow children’s with some curiosity.
It also gives me something concrete to mention when a reader wants one more thoughtful recommendation.