PRUNELLA
An Kids' Indie Next List Pick
An Amazon Editor's Pick
Prunella has a purple thumb and loves plants that most kids don't. With a little help from her best friend, a cactus, she reluctantly shares her passion and triumphantly makes a bevy of new friends.
What People are Saying
"Alliterative prose by Ferry and digital artwork by Keane, rendered in luxuriant, jewel-toned colors and balletic, inky lines, prove as lovely as a warted puffball as they chronicle Prunella’s journey from isolation to connection—the protagonist’s sense of relief at finally finding her people is palpable and deeply reassuring."
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- Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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"This delightful picture book cleverly shows how good thing grow by following
your interests and cultivating genuine connections." ​​
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- Booklist (starred review)
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"Couple Beth Ferry's clever word play with Claire Keane's detailed illustrations
and you've got a book that is sure to resonate with young reader,
especially those who have ever felt they didn't fit in."
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- Bookpage (starred review)
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"Ferry's warm-voiced text is filled with botanic metaphors . . . making the book a strong recommendation for any blossoming purple-thumbed readers.."
- Shelf Awareness (starred review)
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"This is not only a unique story with a strong message, but the spotlight on lesser-appreciate plants makes this book a must-buy."
- School Library Journal (starred review)
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