Description: A Chicago Tribute Best Children's Book of the Year 2018 Booklist Youth Editors' Choice New York City Public Library Notable 100 Best Books for Kids "Pure enchantment" -- The New York Times "MAGICAL." --The Wall Street Journal "Perfect for reading aloud or independent reading, this comfortably old-fashioned tale refreshes age-old themes of belonging, friendship, family and the power of story." -- San Francisco Chronicle "A delightfully whimsical tale that begs to be read with a friend. Don't miss Bob . " -- The Christian Science Monitor "This is a welcome addition to the middle-grade canon and will likely become a classic. Bob deserves readership beyond middle grade." -- San Francisco Book Review "Authors Mass and Stead team up for this irresistible tale of magic, mystery, and friendship that poses timeless questions about identity and belonging . . . a tribute to the power of storytelling." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review "An unusual fantasy with simplicity, immediacy, and wit." -- Booklist, starred review " A perfectly paced plot, supported by secondary characters to whom readers will relate and luminous artwork by Gannon, fill out a story that readers will eagerly embrace." -- School Library Journal, starred review "Offer[s] just the right blend of mystery and cozy magic in a rewarding story about how friendships--and people--evolve over time." -- Bookpage "Perfect for a family read-aloud, this has short chapters, occasional illustrations and a heartwarming conclusion." -- Providence Journal

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