Fizzy - by Edward Hemingway (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Meet Fizzy, a fish with big dreams. She wants to stretch her world beyond the sea so she can ride the magnificent rollercoaster on shore. There's only one problem: she can't breathe outside of water. With the help of her friends--and some clever resourcefulness--Fizzy might just be able to touch the sky.

With all the charm of a classic animated movie and filled with a lively underworld of endearing animal characters, this be-all-you-can-be story proves that anything is possible with the right combination of bravery, belief, and sense of adventure. It's good to think outside the box, or in Fizzy's case, outside the ocean!

Review Quotes

* "A splendid paean to the power of art to heal, and the trifecta of friendship, persistence, and inclusivity to rebuild community. A delightful book."--School Library Journal, starred review

"A heartwarming tale of a homeless cat whose unlikely friendship with a baby pigeon helps build a community where all are welcome, Pigeon and Cat is a gentle introduction into the complex issue of housing insecurity."--Entertainment Weekly

"A loner cat and an adventurous, outgoing bird are paired in this heartwarming story of friendship and community.... Hemingway's oil-on-board art has an animated quality that jumps off the page.... bright contrasts and dynamic perspectives help bring the city and its inhabitants to life. Along with the main text, all of the dialogue is presented in speech bubbles, which young readers will enjoy deciphering. A satisfying story exploring heart and home."--The Horn Book

"An interspecies lovefest starring two urban strays.... A sweet tale celebrating the joys of both personal and communal togetherness."--Kirkus Reviews

"Hemingway fills his illustrations with entertaining details and variation, creating a dynamic reading experience and a friendship tale worth reading... a heartening conclusion of urban renewal and community."--Booklist

"The arrival of a baby pigeon prompts an anxious feline stray to venture outside the confines of his city lot in Hemingway's heartening picture book.... Stylized mixed-media art maps Cat's transformation, presenting a muted palette that shifts to vibrant as the compassionate, genuinely moving tale builds to an "all are welcome here" conclusion."--Publishers Weekly

"Viewers will enjoy seeing Pigeon bring the community together, and they will appreciate the small details and visual treats in the art."--BCCB

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