Books by Holly Hobbie
Top of the World
by Holly Hobbie
When Toot doesn't return home to Woodcock Pocket as expected, Puddle becomes worried and decides he must go find him. His search leads him on a remarkable adventure, and to new summits of friendship. As ever, Holly Hobbie's extraordinary watercolor illustrations are at once funny and moving as they bring to life this whimsical tale of the inimitable Toot and Puddle.
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The New Friend
by Holly Hobbie
Opal's new friend Daphne seems to be the best at everything she does, but Toot and Puddle see another side of her.
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Wish You Were Here
by Holly Hobbie, Dave Whitling
In the ninth book in Holly Hobbie's bestselling Toot & Puddle series, Toot--the world-traveling pig--heads off to a faraway jungle! Meanwhile, cousin Opal comes to visit Woodcock Pocket to keep Puddle company. But just before Toot returns home, he comes down with a case of the Violet Virus! Will Opal and Puddle be able to help Toot return to his piggy pink color? Of course! Discover how Opal and Puddle save the day--and read Toot's postcards from wilds of the South Pacific!--in this fun-filled picture book adventure.
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Wish You Were Here
by Holly Hobbie, Dave Whitling
A Collection Of Photos Fromthe Bitter Southerner's First 10 Years-2013 - 2023
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Toot & Puddle
by Holly Hobbie
Meet Toot and Puddle--two small, endearing pigs who are friends and as different as different can be. While Toot likes to travel to places unknown, Puddle prefers to stay home and revel in the joys of everyday life. Whimsical postcards capture the excitement of Toot's travels, while scenes of Puddle celebrate mundane moments spent in familiar confines. Full color.
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Hansel & Gretel
by Will Moses, Holly Hobbie, Bethan Woollvin
Will Moses, one of America’s most beloved folk artists, brings us his charming interpretation of the most enduring of all Grimm Brothers’ fairy tales, Hansel & Gretel. Moses’ playful double-spread paintings, full of exquisite color and details, and his authentic retelling of this classic story will captivate young readers and take them back to a dark, mysterious forest, an enticing gingerbread house, and a terrifying witch.
At once beautiful, whimsical, and great fun, Will Moses’ adaptation of Hansel & Gretel is the perfect way to celebrate this ageless and essential fairy tale.
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Hansel & Gretel
by Will Moses, Holly Hobbie, Bethan Woollvin
Holly Hobbie brings to life a favorite spooky tale from childhood.
When a woodcutter and his scheming wife abandon Hansel and Gretel in the forest, all hope is lost until they come upon a cottage made of tasty sweets. But the owner is not the kindly old woman she pretends to be. Can Gretel save Hansel from the clutches of a hungry witch? Holly Hobbie's masterful watercolors reach new heights in this spine-tingling rendition of the tale, faithful to the beloved classic.
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Hansel & Gretel
by Will Moses, Holly Hobbie, Bethan Woollvin
This clever retelling of the classic fairy tale will have young readers wondering who's the real villain, from New York Times Best Illustrated Book-winner Bethan Woollvin.
Deep in the forest lives a witch named Willow. She is a good witch who only uses good magic—until she meets Hansel and Gretel. Willow never used to worry about messy bread crumb trails. Or entire portions of her gingerbread house being devoured. Or anyone fiddling with her spells and magic books and causing a ruckus. But Hansel and Gretel are two very naughty and very rude children, and they are trying Willow's patience...
Author-illustrator Bethan Woollvin, creator of the New York Times Best Illustrated Book Little Red, delivers a subversive retelling of "Hansel and Gretel" which features striking and humorous visuals and a deliciously wicked twist ending that is sure to surprise and delight.
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Everything but the Horse
by Holly Hobbie
This gorgeous, resonant tale is a beautiful recollection from Holly Hobbie's own childhood about her love affair with horses.When Holly's family moves from the city to the countryside, she's scared of this new world at first, but gradually comes to love the animals she encounters. Soon she is drawing the horses in the local pastures obsessively, hinting to her parents what she wants more than anything. But will her one wish ever come true?
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Toot & Puddle (Toot & Puddle, 1)
by Holly Hobbie
Toot and Puddle are the best of friends. But when Toot leaves Woodcock Pocket to travel and see the world, Puddle chooses to stay at home. Just when Puddle begins to miss his old friend, he embarks on some of his own adventures-right at home. Finally, after Toot returns from his year-long trip, the two discover that true friendship knows no boundaries.
With a delightful mix of humor, warmth, and a classic style all her own, Holly Hobbie captures the all excitement and joy that surround adventures-near and far-and reminds readers that true friendship knows no boundaries.
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Toot & Puddle (Toot & Puddle, 1)
by Holly Hobbie
Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Toot & Puddle with this redesigned hardcover edition of the story that started a series. This anniversary edition of the book includes a limited edition Holly Hobbie print suitable for framing.
One day Toot takes off to see the world, while Puddle decides to stay home. This is the story of their wonderful adventures both far away and right at home. It's a story about being yourself and being a good friend.
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Fanny (Fanny, 1)
by Holly Hobbie
All Fanny wants in the world is a Connie doll, but Mom says "NO!" But no one ever said she couldn't make one instead! With some scissors, glue, and her craft box in hand, Fanny sets out to replicate Connie, but it's Annabelle who is the result of her efforts. A little lopsided and a little unkempt, Annabelle turns out to be the companion Fanny has always wanted. Though at first her friends turn up their noses, in the end everyone learns that using your imagination and working with your own two hands can result in the best toy of all!
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A Present for Toot (Toot & Puddle, 2)
by Holly Hobbie
It's Toot's birthday, and Puddle wants to get him the best present ever! He goes to the Blue Ox Bookstore, but he can't find the right book. He visits a hardware store, a sports shop, an appliance store - but nothing is quite special enough for his best friend. Puddle wonders if he will ever find the perfect gift in time for the party, but just as he is about to give up, Toot's present finds him.
With a delightful mix of humor, warmth, and a classic style all her own, Holly Hobbie captures all the magic, fun, and joy that surrounds birthdays and celebrations. Best of all, this deluxe paperback edition comes with a greeting card that kids can punch-out, personalize, and send off to someone special.
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You Are My Sunshine
by Holly Hobbie, Sandra Magsamen
The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the flowers are in full bloom- so why is Toot so blue? In an effort to cheer up his best friend, Puddle bakes Toot's favorite berry cobbler, takes him on a river rafting adventure, invites all of their friends over for a fun-filled day of games and sing-alongs, but nothing seems to help. Just when he is about to give up, a sudden thunderstorm hits Woodcock Pocket, flooding all of Pocket Pond. The next day, Puddle waks up to find the air cleared...and his old friend back.
With a cheerful mix of humor, warmth, and a classic style all her own, Holly Hobbie captures how the coming of a new day and good friends can help raise our spirits. Best of all, this affordable paperback edition comes with two punch-out recipe cards with step-by-step instructions that kids can follow to make a no-bake fruit cheesecake and chilled strawberry lemonade.
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You Are My Sunshine
by Holly Hobbie, Sandra Magsamen
It's a glorious day in Woodcock Pocket. The sun is shining, the birds are singing . . . and Toot is moping. So, Puddle makes Toot's favorite dessert at dinnertime, takes him out for a little adventure, and even throws a party, but nothing seems to cheer up his friend. Then a big thunderstorm with lots of mud rocks Woodcock Pocket and changes everything. With light-hearted humor and exquisitely detailed watercolor paintings, Holly Hobbie tells the story of two pigs and their enduring friendship.
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You Are My Sunshine
by Holly Hobbie, Sandra Magsamen
This adorable heart-shaped chunky board book with an embedded sun finger-puppet from bestselling Sandra Magsamen will have your little sunshine singing and smiling all day!
You'll never know dear,how much I love you.I'll give you lots of hugs...and kisses every day!This playful new shaped board book from Sandra Magsamen features a plush sun-shaped finger puppet embedded through the center of the book! This puppet then becomes a character on every spread, offering a uniquely interactive reading experience for you and your child. With a sweet interpretation of this beloved children's song, and adorable illustrations, this playful board book invites little readers to sing along, and reminds them just how loved they are.This new title is a follow-up to our exciting Twinkle, Twinkle, You're My Star, and is part of a growing series of finger puppet books from Sandra Magsamen, the bestselling creator of over 30 baby and toddler books, with sales of over 3 million copies worldwide.
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I'll Be Home for Christmas
by Holly Hobbie
Toot goes to a family reunion in Scotland, promising Puddle that he'll be back in Woodcock Pocket in time for Christmas. But a huge snowstorm strands him far away from home on Christmas Eve! As Puddle waits anxiously for his friend, another holiday traveler helps Toot find his way to Woodcock Pocket, just in time.
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I'll Be Home for Christmas
by Holly Hobbie
Product Description Fans of the New York Times bestselling Toot and Puddle: I'll Be Home for Christmas will welcome this attractive gift set. Featuring a 7 X 7 Hardcover edition of the book along with two plush pigs all in a gorgeous red and green gift box, this is the package every young child will be hoping to see under the Christmas tree this year! About the Author Holly Hobbie has worked as an artist for more than thirty years and is the author of five previous and highly acclaimed Toot & Puddle picture books, as well as an illustrated memoir, The Art of Holly Hobbie. She lives in Conway, Massachusetts.
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Charming Opal (Toot & Puddle, 7)
by Holly Hobbie
It's summertime, and Toot and Puddle's little cousin, Opal, is visiting Woodcock Pocket when she discovers that she has a loose tooth. Opal carefully places it under her pillow and hopes the tooth fairy will bring her a shiny quarter. Worried that the tooth fairy might get lost on the way, Puddle puts on a special costume so that Opal won't be disappointed. But will the real tooth fairy show up after all?
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Toot & Puddle: Let It Snow (Toot & Puddle, 11)
by Holly Hobbie
Coming to paperback with a brand new cover just in time for the holidays, this Toot and Puddle story evokes the warmth of friendship and the coziness of the season.
How do you find the best Christmas present ever for your best friend in the whole wide world? That's what Toot is trying to find out, and Puddle is having just as much trouble. With a nod to previous books in the bestselling Toot & Puddle series, Holly Hobbie shows readers that the best kind of present for the best kind of friend is one that shows just how much you care.
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Charming Opal
by Holly Hobbie
When his cousin Opal loses a tooth during a visit, Puddle dresses as the Tooth Fairy so that Opal's hope of receiving a shiny quarter will not be disappointed.
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A Cat Named Swan
by Holly Hobbie
Discover this beautiful pet-adoption story from Holly Hobbie, the creator of the bestselling Toot & Puddle series and one of the most treasured children’s illustrators of all time.
Beloved author-illustrator Holly Hobbie presents the story of a rescue cat’s adoption, the paradise he finds, and the transformative joy he brings to his new family. Holly Hobbie’s intricate watercolors evoke the small kitten’s hardscrabble life as powerfully as they do his blissful one. This story tugs the heartstrings and is a testament to the importance of pet adoption and the powerful ways that pets connect with their people.
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Toot & Puddle: How Does Your Garden Grow?
by Holly Hobbie
Bestselling and beloved characters Toot and Puddle return twenty-five years after their debut with a brand-new story full of the same charm and whimsy that originally made they so popular.
Toot & Puddle, with help from cousin Opal, are planting the dream garden they've always wanted. But when the plants arrive, so does trouble. Someone or something keeps eating all of the spinach! Not wanting to share with the thief, they try everything from putting up signs to fencing the garden in, all to keep out the unwanted visitor. When the trio finally does find out who's eating all the vegetables, they decide that maybe sharing is the best way to go after all.
Holly Hobbie renders these beloved characters in exquisite watercolor, and has us rooting for them to the end.
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Elmore
by Holly Hobbie
The creator of the Toot & Puddle series brings us Elmore--the warmhearted porcupine sure to steal the hearts of a new generation of Holly Hobbie fans!
Elmore is a porcupine desperate to make friends. But it is hard to seek closeness with others when you're covered with spikes that shoot off your back every so often. Elmore suffers rejection and heartbreak, but the goodness of his forest community ultimately shines through as the animals find a way to connect with this prickly bundle of love.
Holly Hobbie is the creator of the beloved Toot & Puddle series and now brings us a character for the next generation. Just as charming, funny, and good-hearted as her little pigs, Elmore the porcupine will snuggle and prickle his way securely into the picture-book canon.
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The Mystery of the Disappearing Swing
by Holly Hobbie
It’s a hot, hot day in Woodcock Pocket. Perfect weather for the swing that Puddle has made beside the pond for his friend Opal. But when they return for a swing and a splash, all that’s left is the rope. The tire is GONE! They attach another tire but the very next day, it happens again...and AGAIN! Toot and Puddle have a mystery to solve: The Mystery of the Disappearing Swing.
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