POKKO AND THE DRUM is my favorite picture book of 2019. Hilarious, beautiful, and bizarre (think Jon Klassen and Mac Barnett at their best), this book is a winner in every way. Here's hoping POKKO makes it all the way to classic status--it's that good.

After her forgetful grandfather, the Pig Wizard, leaves home under mysterious circumstances, Bea decides to set off after him. She's accompanied by an unusual companion: Cad, a member of the Galdurian species, which most believe to have gone extinct long ago. As they journey across the land of Irpa, Bea and Cad encounter delightfully bizarre residents and battle enemies both internal and external. Lightfall is a brilliant series debut: a charming tale of adventure, friendship, and self-discovery, elevated to another plane entirely by Probert's stunning artwork.

I love this book soooo much!! THe woodman!!

In this gorgeously illustrated companion to Orwell's classic Animal Farm, the collectivist-turned-totalitarian society of animals has been taken over by Silvio the bull, a manipulative presence whose law is violently enforced by a pack of dogs. Sick of bending to the bull's will, Miss Bengalore the cat-mama quietly stages non-violent rebellion with art and humor as her primary weapons. Will the animals succeed in overthrowing their dictator? What comes next, and will it be any better? Can't wait for Vol. 2!