We Would Pretend

Written by André Marois

Illustrated by Gérard DuBois

ISBN 978-1-990252-16-7

When two mischievous friends are told to go outside to play, the backyard becomes their setting for a frantic, thrilling adventure. As they role-play their way from becoming King and Queen of Pumpkins to embarking on a voyage to Mars, their vivid imaginations give them magical powers to venture forth and fight their enemies mercilessly. It’s only when they’re abruptly brought back to reality that they’ll find themselves truly in danger!

Review

“The story is carried by energetic, digitally created illustrations in crayon colors with minimal shading and a solid beige background. Bursts of yellows, oranges, and reds create eyecatching illustrations perfect for storytime. […] Rollicking, imagination-inspired outdoor fun.“

— Kirkus Reviews

THEMES

Imagination, storytelling, friendship, adventure

RIGHTS SOLD

English (world) — Milky Way Picture Books

French — Grasset Jeunesse

Italian — Orecchio Acerbo

Korean — Gimm-Young Publishers

Spanish (and Catalan) — Albur Productiones

Editoriales

ISBN 978-1-990252-15-0

Age 2+

Thirteen, the last piglet of a litter of 13, loves to play and help out around the farm. But he soon realizes that his mother can only feed 12 of her piglets at the same time, which, unfortunately, leaves no room for him. Suddenly, life seems very unfair! Gripped by his literal hunger, Thirteen discovers that a different kind of hunger will drive him to find the solution to take his place among his family.

Review

“The green grass and tan and brown of the farmyard background, the illustrations of the adorable piglets, and the antics of the chicks and their exasperated mother will make observant kids (and their parents) chuckle. (...) Readers will empathize with this pig and hopefully learn to not give up.”

— Kirkus Reviews

THEMES

Resourcefulness, inclusion, perseverance, family

RIGHTS SOLD

English (world) — Milky Way Picture Books

Korean — Jiyangsa