Alison McGhee

An otherworldly fox is born to help eleven-year-old Jules, who is grieving over the death of her sister.

A little boy in a sheriff's hat and his dog deputy are bringing donuts home when the "Sheriff" is unable to resist getting rid of a slightly squished powdered donut, then wonders how everyone knows he ate it.

"The state fair is in town, and now Bink and Gollie-utter opposites and best friends extraordinaire-must use teamwork and their gray matter while navigating its many wonders. Will the energetic Bink win the world's largest donut in the Whack-a-Duck game? Will the artistic Gollie wow the crowd in the talent show? As the undaunted duo steps into the mysterious tent of fortune-teller Madame Prunely, one prediction is crystal clear: this unlikely pair...

Through rhythmic text, a parent reflects on the options and opportunities possible in a beloved child's future.

A loyal dog promises to protect his young mistress and her home from any danger.

A father reflects on how the future depends upon all of the little things in his son's world, from his yellow drinking cup to a big cardboard box.

"Somewhere in the world, the world so far, the world so wide, someone is the youngest person alive. What will be the first sights they see? Sun and moon and sky...the love in someone's eye? From the magic of a baby's first sights and sounds to a wish for a far-off day, evocative text and gorgeous illustrations are imbued with the tenderness felt between parents and child. A perfect gift for new mothers and fathers and anyone who cherishes those unforgettable...

A young girl wants to fly like a witch on a broom, and one special night, through enormous effort and with the help of her brother, her black cat, and an owl, she fulfills her dream.

Because their dreams of daring adventures go against the cautious teachings of their nations, Firefly and Cricket set out on their own, find a home with kindly Vole, and together help a grieving "miniature giant" named Peter.

A very brave witch: A young witch describes what she does on Halloween, her favorite holiday. A dark, dark tale: Journeying through a dark, dark house, a black cat surprises the only inhabitant of the abandoned residence. Three robbers: Story of three robbers who spent their loot on a castle for sad or abandoned children. By the light of the Halloween moon: In this cumulative tale, a host of Halloween spooks, including a cat, a witch, and a ghoul,...