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Where Are My Books?

Illustrated by Debbie Ridpath Ohi

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About The Book

A boy investigates a squirrelly situation to track down his missing stories in this charming ode to book lovers of all kinds.

Spencer loves to read. He reads a book every night. But one morning his favorite book goes missing, and in its place is a tulip. Spencer searches high and low, but he can’t find his book.

The next morning another book is missing, a nut in its place. And the morning after that, another book is missing.

What is happening to Spencer’s books? When he finds out, Spencer devises a surprising solution that will delight readers (and librarians) everywhere.

About The Author

Photograph by Beckett Gladney

Debbie Ridpath Ohi is the author-illustrator of Where Are My Books? and I Want to Read All the Books. Her illustrations also appear in Sea Monkey and Bob, written by Aaron Reynolds; I’m Bored (a New York Times Notable Book), Naked!, and I’m Sorry, written by Michael Ian Black; as well as ten Judy Blume chapter books and middle grade titles. For more info, visit DebbieOhi.com or @InkyElbows on Twitter.

About The Illustrator

Photograph by Beckett Gladney

Debbie Ridpath Ohi is the author-illustrator of Where Are My Books? and I Want to Read All the Books. Her illustrations also appear in Sea Monkey and Bob, written by Aaron Reynolds; I’m Bored (a New York Times Notable Book), Naked!, and I’m Sorry, written by Michael Ian Black; as well as ten Judy Blume chapter books and middle grade titles. For more info, visit DebbieOhi.com or @InkyElbows on Twitter.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers (May 12, 2015)
  • Length: 40 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781442467415
  • Grades: P - 3
  • Ages: 4 - 8
  • Lexile ® AD540L The Lexile reading levels have been certified by the Lexile developer, MetaMetrics®

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Raves and Reviews

* "Fans of Mo Willems will especially appreciate the family dynamics and expressive artwork. The brilliant combination of art and text will capture the imaginations of both bibliophiles and less-than-enthusiastic readers."

– Kirkus Reviews - STARRED REVIEW, February 1, 2015

"A perfect introduction to the concept of libraries for the youngest readers."

– School Library Journal, March 2015

"This book has big beautiful illustrations, sparse text, and a message that will be enjoyed by young readers."

– School Library Connection, November 2015

"a story that should quickly find its way into the hearts of book lovers of all ages."

– Publisher's Weekly, March 2015

"will resonate with kids who love their books—and their libraries."

– Booklist, April 2015

Awards and Honors

  • Kansas NEA Reading Circle List PrimaryTitle
  • MSTA Reading Circle List
  • CLEL Bell Picture Book Award Shortlist (CO)
  • Recommended Canadian Reads for Children - Picture Books

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