When the Christmas season finally gets into full swing here at Lemuria (which it has) and everyday seems like two (which it does) those books that are our all time favorites really start to shine, especially in Oz, our kid’s section. That book that everyone should own, the book that becomes an instant classic, those books are why we love our job and why we hope you love our store.

Two of those books for me this Christmas are Bink and Gollie by Alison McGhee and Kate DiCamillo and Bedtime for Bear by Bonny Becker. Bink and Gollie are two friends that couldn’t be more different. Bink, the short one with the crazy blond hair, was written by Kate Dicamillo and Gollie, the tall bean pole with sensible brown hair, was written by Alison McGhee. With Tony Fucile amazing illustrations and these two outstanding authors, it’s no wonder that this book has been at the top of all of our lists (I think I have bought three at this point…for adults!) This first chapter book is perfect for bedtime reads and beginning readers alike! Below is one of my favorite pages, featuring Gollie on her imaginary adventure in the Andes.

Bedtime for Bear continues the series that Bonny Becker began with A Visitor for Bear. Bear hates change and for three books now, fights the whole idea of veering from his routine. But Bear’s friend Mouse is persistent and ultimately shows Bear that some change is good. In this book, Mouse has come, uninvited, to spend the night with Bear. Bear must have absolute quite to go to sleep and Mouse continuously keeps him awake. But when all have settled down for the night, Bear begins hearing scary noises and Mouse is just the friend he needs. An adorable story with beautiful watercolors from Kady MacDonald Denton, this story is sure to please Bear fans and maybe snag a few more.

So come on in to Lemuria, follow the black and white striped pipes in the ceiling to Oz and let us recommend a few books that are sure to make you warm on the inside!

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