Little Joe and the Big City

Little Joe and the Big City - Mike Darcy
Part of the Little Joe series:
Editions:Hardcover: $ 19.99
ISBN: 978-1-964544-04-5
Size: 8.50 x 8.50 in
Pages: 32
Paperback: $ 13.99
ISBN: 978-1-964544-05-2
Size: 8.50 x 8.50 in
Pages: 32
Kindle: $ 3.99
ISBN: 978-1-964544-06-9

It’s finally time to visit Anna’s auntie and uncle! But what happens when Little Joe gets lost in a big city? When it starts to get dark, will he finally find his way home or spend the night in a strange new place? Can he comfort an unexpected companion and maybe even find her a new home?

This heartfelt animal story explores the meaning of grief, depression, loneliness, and adoption with a child-friendly approach and a happy ending. It’s the perfect book to explain new beginnings, adoption, and how losing a loved one is never the end of the story—encouraging problem-solving, compassion, kindness, and family bonding.

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He pushed and squirmed and wiggled until he popped out onto the sidewalk just past the fence. He shook himself clean and looked around excitedly. What would he do?

First, he met the pigeons. He ran across the street, yipping and tail wagging happily. The birds did not know what to make of Little Joe. They scattered into the air in a burst of feathers and thumping sounds. The birds settled on a nearby tree branch and did not appear to want to play with a dog.

Reviews:Kamron Brook on Reedsy Discovery wrote:

Must read 🏆
An outstanding picture book that explores themes of sadness, loneliness, & fear & still delivers a happy ending! Great illustrations, too!


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