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The Fantastic Floating Mr. Finnegan
Translated by Tammi Reichel
Published by NorthSouth Books
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About the Book
From the celebrated creators of A Chest Full of Words comes an uplifting modern fable about a boy who challenges convention–and takes to the sky.
When Finnegan was born, he could float–fantastic! He gleefully floats his way through childhood, until questions and concerns from friends and neighbors eventually weigh him down. Then one day, a little girl floats by him and inspires Mr. Finnegan to find out if he can still reach the clouds.
A magical and heartwarming tale of overcoming boundaries set by others–and those we set ourselves, from the brilliant duo who brought us A Chest Full of Words.
When Finnegan was born, he could float–fantastic! He gleefully floats his way through childhood, until questions and concerns from friends and neighbors eventually weigh him down. Then one day, a little girl floats by him and inspires Mr. Finnegan to find out if he can still reach the clouds.
A magical and heartwarming tale of overcoming boundaries set by others–and those we set ourselves, from the brilliant duo who brought us A Chest Full of Words.
About the Authors
Rebecca Gugger and Simon Röthlisberger were both born in Switzerland and live together in Thun near forests, mountains, and fresh air. Rebecca is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer who studied at the HKB (Bern University of the Arts) and likes to have her head in the clouds. Simon is a trained graphic designer currently working as an art director and has been known to hoist a sail or two. Every now and then the two work together as a team, wielding pen and pencil side by side.
Simon Röthlisberger and Rebecca Gugger were both born in Switzerland and live together in Thun near forests, mountains, and fresh air. Rebecca is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer who studied at the HKB (Bern University of the Arts) and likes to have her head in the clouds. Simon is a trained graphic designer currently working as an art director and has been known to hoist a sail or two. Every now and then the two work together as a team, wielding pen and pencil side by side.
Product Details
- Publisher: NorthSouth Books (September 22, 2026)
- Length: 48 pages
- ISBN13: 9780735846319
- Grades: K - 2
- Ages: 4 - 8
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Raves and Reviews
"Young readers will enjoy the bright illustrations and the fun storyline while they learn about overcoming limitations put on us by others and by ourselves."
– Christine Irvin, Story Monsters Magazine
"Text and illustration are a perfect match for this sometimes funny, sometimes poignant tale. [. . .] This tale of a floating boy makes the heart sing. Highly recommended."
– Sue Morgan, School Library Journal, starred review
"[A] heartwarming bedtime tale and an excellent conversation starter for kids of all ages who want to elevate and embrace the buoyancy in their lives."
– BookPage, starred review
"A whimsical look at pushing back against norms."
– Kirkus Reviews
"[B]right, detailed illustrations utilize a variety of techniques to complement this quirky tale"
– Foreword Reviews
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