Description: Gustavo the Shy Ghost meets I Talk Like a River in this sweet and spooky picture book about the many ways we communicate with each other.
Brief description:
Emily Rosenthal (she/her) is a writer and illustrator based in Baltimore, Maryland. She loves ghosts, monsters, and all kinds of creatures, and frequently tells stories about them. When not coming up with stories, Emily plays soccer, watches scary movies, and snuggles with her cat. She's thankful for everyone who has believed she has something important to say. Leroy Has Something to Say is her first picture book.
www.ekrosenthal.com@ekrosenthal
Review Quotes:
"Charming, empathetic. . . . Love for Leroy will likely take root in fans of Christy Mandin's Millie Fleur books and Tiffany Hammond and Kate Cosgrove's A Day with No Words." --Shelf Awareness, starred review
"The supremely cozy story offers a welcome introduction to the concept of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). . . . An excellent addition to any collection." --Booklist "A tale of kindness and bridged connections." --Kirkus Reviews "[An] amicable celebration of new bonds." --Publishers Weekly