Andrea Zuill

“Deep in the primeval forest lurks a dangerous predator. Her name is Regina.” This small but fierce T-Rex is eager prove she’s ready to join the hunt but is thwarted by…an angry bee! Expressive illustrations and recognizable attitudes are sure to resonate with young readers as they chuckle at Regina and her attempts to show how grown she is.

Bespectacled Sweety was different from others, even other naked mole rats. Sweety’s Aunt Ruth helps her niece discover what she  most enjoys and develop the confidence to share it. An understated text and comical line and wash illustrations present an awkward but endearing group of rodents sure to dance their way into readers’ hearts and thoughts.

Homer is a dog who longs to be a wolf so his people send his to Wolf Camp to learn how to become more wolf-like. At first, Homer and his fellow campers (Pixie and Rex) struggle with the counselors, Fang and Grrr, but soon enough get into wolf rhythm. Offbeat humor is evident in understated telling and comical illustration.