The Bear Out There [Hardcover]

DON’T SCREAM! There’s something scary out in the forest, but you’re in good hands in this story by Jess Hannigan, author of the wryly sillySpider in the Well. Just make sure you keep a cool head, and watch out for any intruders…

The signs are clear—there’s aBEAR OUT THERE!

You’re lucky to be safe in this cabin in the woods, with a host who is levelheaded, trustworthy, and smart about bear safety.

There’s certainly no need to worry about anydark shadowsorsneaky schemesin this book…RIGHT?

Jess Hannigan is back with another bold and brazen tale that’snot too silly, not too scary, but just right.

“An enjoyable surprise of an antihero tale that delivers snark, readerly snorts, and the delicious reassurance of that something that initially seems frightening turns out not to be scary at all.”  -Publishers Weekly

Part “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” partThe Monster at the End of This Book.Feisty fractured fairy tale fun. -Kirkus Reviews

Kids will be drawn in by the friendly, colorful imagery and hooked by the cleverly played rising tension and the sly progression of the unreliable narrator and her tale. Hannigan proves again to be a delightful new voice in the picture-book space with this must of a storytime selection. -Booklist (starred review)

A beloved classic fairy tale with a new twist, this is frightfully fun and novel. -School Library Journal (starred review)

The fast-moving narrative is quirky and unpredictable, bouncing between topics and emotions with the speed of an active youngster. Vibrant and punchy, the candy-colored illustrations are visually interesting and playful. A funny, well-crafted, and self-aware commentary on traditiolC2