Where Are You, Brontë?
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Where Are You, Brontë?
In the final completed book written by beloved and award-winning creator Tomie dePaola, Tomie tells the emotional and deeply personal story about overcoming his grief after the loss of his dog, Brönte.
“A gentle delight, simultaneously honoring both the dog dePaola lost and the artist we lost in turn.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
This touching story about love, loss, and remembrance in the wake of losing a beloved pet is the final completed book written by beloved creator Tomie dePaola, with art by award-winning illustrator Barbara McClintock.
Where are you, Brontë?
The day you left me, I knew I would miss you.
And I did. Every day, every night.
But then, I knew you were right here, still with me, in my heart forever.
Children’s book legend Tomie dePaola tells the emotional and deeply personal story about overcoming his grief after the loss of his beloved dog, Brönte.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781534418509
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 08 May 2025
Country: United States
Imprint: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Illustration: f-c reflective (jkt spfx: emboss on soft touch matte); int: uncoated stock
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Barbara McClintock
- Illustrated by Barbara McClintock
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 13.0mm
Width: 229.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 442g
Pages: 48
About the Author
Tomie dePaola (1934–2020) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of more than 270 books for young readers, including the children’s classic Strega Nona. He was the recipient of the Newbery Honor, Caldecott Honor, and the 2011 Children’s Literature Legacy Award for “significant and lasting contribution to children’s literature.” A native of Connecticut, Mr. dePaola studied at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and spent much of his life in New London, New Hampshire. Visit his work online at Tomie.com.
Barbara McClintock is an American illustrator and author of over forty books for children. Her books have received numerous awards and selections, including five New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Book Awards, four ALA Notable Book selections, a Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor Award, a China Times Open Book Award, and a British Fantasy Award. One of her books is a bestselling title in Japan. She has lectured about her work nationally and internationally and is currently teaching classes on creating children’s books at Wesleyan University. Originally from New Jersey and North Dakota, she now resides in northeastern Connecticut with her partner, the illustrator David Johnson, and their three overly helpful cats.
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