WHERE ARE YOU, BRONTË? by Tomie dePaola and Barbara McClintock, Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, May 6, 2025, Hardcover, $19.99 (ages 4-8)
In Tomie dePaola’s final complete book — Where Are You, Brontë? — the author shares his relationship with his pet dog.
Where are you, Brontë?
The day you left me, I knew I would miss you.
And I did. Every day, every night.
But then, I knew you were right here, still with me, in my heart forever.
Children’s book legend Tomie dePaola tells the emotional and deeply personal story about overcoming his grief after the loss of his beloved dog, Brönte. —Synopsis provided by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Where Are You, Brontë? is a tender look at love and grief and moving forward.
At first glance, dePaola’s text is very simple. But there are a lot of layers to this complex story. dePaola touches on strong emotions and gives kids a way to recognize, understand and sit with feelings they may experience in their own lives.
Illustrator Barbara McClintock’s sweet images are an ode to dePaola’s works while standing on their own.
Where Are You, Brontë? is a warm read that children, especially those with pets, will be drawn to.
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