101 Ways to Read a Book [Hardcover]

A 2023 NEW YORK TIMES HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR CHILDREN PICK

A delightful gift for all those who love books and reading.

The Sunflower, The contortionist, The sleepwalker, The romantic . . .this one-of-a-kind whimsical volume presents 101 ways and poses in which to read books. Each of the diverse poses has been keenly observed and collected by author Timothée de Fombelle, then charmingly illustrated with the greatest precision by celebrated artist Benjamin Chaud. For bibliophiles, browsers, and the just plain curious, this delightful book is a joyful celebration of reading in its many and varied ways. It is a perfect gift for all who love books and reading and will prove especially inspiring to bookworms who desire to pursue their cherished pastime one hundred and one percent of the time.

Timothée de Fombelleis a Paris-based playwright, and author of award-winning children's fiction and picture books. His first series,Toby AloneandToby Alone and the Secrets of the Treehas been published in twenty-seven languages and won numerous awards, including France’s prestigious Prix Sorcières and the Marsh Award.

Benjamin Chaudhas illustrated more than 60 books. He is the author and illustrator ofNew York TimesNotable BookThe Bear's Songand three sequels. His most recent bookGrown-ups Never Do Thatwas written by his frequent collaborator, Davide Calì. Benjamin Chaud lives in France.

Karin Snelsonis a Seattle-based book editor and translator, specializing in children's literature.Angus Yuen-Killickis the founder and publisher of Red Comet Press, located in Brooklyn, New York.