Nobody

All about loneliness and how not to be lonely. Rosenberg's poetic language draws readers in and holds them tight. Kids will love it and their parents will, too.

This sweet tale makes a reader smile one moment, and gives a heart tug the next. George is an only child. Except for his puppy dog Flo, he has no one to play with. Make that Nobody to play with. Nobody is George's imaginary friend, and Rosenberg uses the name with double meanings all the way through the book. As a good friend should, Nobody encourages George and cheers him on. One morning, while Mom and Dad are still asleep, Nobody wakes George up and talks him into cooking breakfast. All kinds of ingredients go into the mixing bowl, including anchovies, stray eggshells and even puppy treats. Not surprisingly, Nobody helps George clean up spills, and a grand mess awaits George's parents when they come into the kitchen. But all is not disaster. With humorous wordplay and Downing's lively illustrations, the story clips along to a satisfactory conclusion for all - even Nobody. Reviewed by Elizabeth Varadan

One morning George wakes up and discovers Nobody is there to keep him company. Perfect book for only children and for kids with a vivid imagination and maybe an imaginary friend or two. Beautifully written. Great artwork, gentle and light hearted. Everything about this book is adorable without ever being cloying. Already a favorite at my house.