Out Now:
Monster Mender
A monster mender works hard to heal all wounds, but struggles to help a sea serpent who just seems … sad.
A gentle (and fantastical!) tale of what it means to support a friend struggling with their mental health, from the award-winning author of Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress and Violet Shrink.
“Dot’s story is perfectly packaged for the picture book audience. ... This beautiful portrayal of depression and mental illness is a must-purchase.” — School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW
“Delivers a gentle, important message about the power of presence, patience, and understanding when someone is struggling in ways we cannot see. Recommended.” — Booklist
Illustrated by: Ilona Iske
From: Groundwood Books
About Christine
CHRISTINE BALDACCHINO’s books include the TD Grade One 2024 Book Giveaway selection Violet Shrink (illustrated by Carmen Mok), and the Stonewall Honor recipient Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress (illustrated by Isabelle Malenfant), winner of the CBC Bookie Award for Best Picture Book and finalist for the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award. Her latest picture book, Monster Mender (illustrated by Ilona Iske), is out now. Christine currently lives under a mountain of books and unfolded laundry with her husband and two cats.
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