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Not Quite Narwhal

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Not Quite Narwhal by Jessie Sima is a charming children's book about a young unicorn named Kelp who grows up in the ocean believing he is a narwhal. As Kelp discovers the world beyond the sea, he learns about his true identity and comes to understand that fitting in doesn't mean losing who you truly are. This delightful story explores themes of self-discovery, acceptance, and the joy of finding where you belong.
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This New York Times bestseller is soon to be an animated series on Netflix!

In the tradition of Uni the Unicorn and Gaston, this heartwarming and adorable debut picture book tells the story of a young unicorn who was born under the sea to a family of narwhals.

Growing up in the ocean, Kelp has always assumed that he was a narwhal like the rest of his family. Sure, he’s always been a little bit differentβ€”his tusk isn’t as long, he’s not as good of a swimmer, and he really doesn’t enjoy the cuisine.

Then one night, an extra strong current sweeps Kelp to the surface, where he spots a mysterious creature that looks just like him! Kelp discovers that he and the creature are actually unicorns. The revelation leaves him torn: is he a land narwhal or a sea unicorn? But perhaps, if Kelp is clever, he may find a way to have the best of both worlds.

Told with heartwarming illustrations and spare, sweet text, Jessie Sima’s debut picture book is about fitting in, standing out, and the all-encompassing love of family.

Series: Not Quite Narwhal and Friends

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Not Quite Narwhal by Jessie Sima is a charming children's book celebrated for its heartwarming and whimsical storytelling. Reviewers praise its appealing message about embracing multiple identities and belonging, with characters that bring joy and smiles to readers. The book's visual allure, combined with its narrative, is likened to classic tales, offering a fresh take on knowing oneself and one's origins.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781481469098

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 March 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

Illustration: f-c (digital) jkt spfx: pearlescent stock, embossing, holo. foil

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jessie Sima

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 229.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 386g

Pages: 40

About the Author

JessieΒ SimaΒ is theΒ authorΒ and illustrator of bestselling picture books, includingΒ Not Quite Narwhal;Β Love, Z;Β Hardly Haunted;Β and more. They grew up in a small town in southern New Jersey and now write and draw in a creaky house in New York state. When not making books,Β JessieΒ can be found reading graphic novels, watching scary movies, and playing outside with dogs. You can visit them online atΒ JessieSima.com.

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