(2) K-3 Illustrated by Fiona Lumbers. Young Luna usually has two Christmases: one with Mom and one with Dad. This year, however, she and her family are “doing something different.” On Christmas Eve, Luna and Mom make deliveries for the food bank; on Christmas Day, Luna and Dad join Mom (and grandparents) at the town hall to help with a community dinner “where everyone is welcome, so no one is alone.” The lively illustrations put fellowship on full display; as in previous books starring this happy biracial girl (Luna Loves Library Day and others) and her amicably co-parenting Mom and Dad, listeners are treated to a story within the story.

Reviewer: Kitty Flynn | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2023

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Fiona Lumbers. A delightful ode to the power of books and libraries as well as a reassuring portrayal of separated parents. With telling, loosely rendered illustrations and poetic text, this charming picture book culminates with another book nestled inside: this story, about a separated Troll King and Mermaid Queen and their love for their daughter, especially resonates with the (biracial) girl in the book, listening on Dad's lap.

Reviewer: Dorrie Karlin