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This book tenderly captures the excitement of family reunions, adding a delightful and heartfelt addition to children's collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough his contributions to young adult and children's literature, Chasten Buttigieg connects with readers in a meaningful way, offering them comfort and insight through his skillful storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"papas-coming-home-by-chasten-buttigieg-9780593693988","title":"Papa's Coming Home","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA charming picture book about unconditional love from New York Times bestselling author Chasten Buttigieg, perfect for families who love each other the whole year through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePapa's Coming Home\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of Jojo and Rosie, whose papa has been away on a trip. They can't wait to welcome him home! They make signs, pick flowers, and with Daddy's help, they bake a cake and pack the car with absolutely everything Papa might have missed while he was away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Papa's plane arrives, they give him a huge hug—but when they bring him to the car, they realise there's one small problem: Where will Papa sit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelightfully illustrated by Dan Taylor, this charming story filled with love celebrates dads and familial bonds. 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