https://thelittleworldofliz.com Liz Climo Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:48:43 +0000 https://thelittleworldofliz.com en https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Home Sun, 08 Dec 2019 16:29:02 +0000 Liz Climo https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Home <img width="421" height="633" width_o="421" height_o="633" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/4cc581a0d3205bf1bdda16bd1ff7d619ee36619cdbc1b589eac74f52e7f57843/bear-sign-name.png" data-mid="56236361" border="0" data-scale="74" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/421/i/4cc581a0d3205bf1bdda16bd1ff7d619ee36619cdbc1b589eac74f52e7f57843/bear-sign-name.png" /> https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Can-Somebody-Please-Scratch-My-Back Mon, 04 May 2026 00:27:15 +0000 Liz Climo https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Can-Somebody-Please-Scratch-My-Back Can Somebody Please Scratch My Back? <img width="1499" height="1500" width_o="1499" height_o="1500" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/487473323fb30a0755be581a685fe74d5c4aa6a73d74e34683651ada12a3d794/71GereH0ZNL._SL1500_.jpg" data-mid="250330895" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/487473323fb30a0755be581a685fe74d5c4aa6a73d74e34683651ada12a3d794/71GereH0ZNL._SL1500_.jpg" /> A hilarious take on helping others and self awareness from New York Times&nbsp;bestselling author Jory John and comic artist sensation Liz ClimoPersnickety Elephant has an itch--a big one--and he can't reach it! While he isn't above asking for a little help, no one is up to the task. Turtle is too lazy, Snail is too slimy, and Alligator... well, Elephant isn't sure he wants his assistance. Does Elephant have to do everything himself? Jory John's signature deadpan humor pairs perfectly with Liz Climo's oh-so-innocent-looking animals to create a slyly ironic read-aloud that will leave kids and parents in stitches. Order: Amazon https://thelittleworldofliz.com/I-Am-a-Good-Friend Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:48:43 +0000 Liz Climo https://thelittleworldofliz.com/I-Am-a-Good-Friend I Am a Good Friend <img width="1500" height="1500" width_o="1500" height_o="1500" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/7f788a473229f17bccdfc25649ec3206ee2196812cd346767df6fe3406325fe8/817u-v9x-zL._SL1500_.jpg" data-mid="250330869" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/7f788a473229f17bccdfc25649ec3206ee2196812cd346767df6fe3406325fe8/817u-v9x-zL._SL1500_.jpg" /> Learn what makes a good friend in this silly story about a girl and her disgruntled animal friends, perfect for fans of Peter Brown’s You Will Be My Friend!“I am a good friend!” says the girl and she heads outside to play with her buddies—two squirrels, a snail, and three crows. It’s a fun-filled day of games, picnicking, and storytelling, but is everyone having a good time? An unexpected turn of events suddenly challenges the girl to question if she’s treating her friends the way they want to be treated.This funny and relatable picture book about growth mindset not only conveys the importance of being considerate and understanding of others’ needs but also provides innumerable laughs with its depictions of a sweet, well-meaning little girl who loves her animal friends maybe a little too overzealously. Order: Hachette Book Group https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Better-Pets Mon, 04 May 2026 00:17:53 +0000 Liz Climo https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Better-Pets Better Pets <img width="1760" height="1756" width_o="1760" height_o="1756" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/521bb6cd8ac589ccab0e8175ac7bc13950f6f6ead8516a7dafab11a4a09a779d/Screenshot-2026-04-27-at-2.59.31PM.png" data-mid="247830607" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/521bb6cd8ac589ccab0e8175ac7bc13950f6f6ead8516a7dafab11a4a09a779d/Screenshot-2026-04-27-at-2.59.31PM.png" /> TRICTLY NO ELEPHANTS meets THE BAKERY DRAGON in this laugh out loud picture book about finding the perfect pet, from #1 New York Times–bestselling author Leigh Bardugo and internationally bestselling illustrator Liz Climo.Myrtle has a turtle, Sam has a lamb, and Tony has a pony. But Yvette and Evan don’t have any pets . . . until the Better Pets emporium rolls into town featuring some spectacular possibilities!The Handbag Hyena laughs at all your jokes, you’ll always be warm with the Knittin’ Kitten, and it will be impossible to have a bad day with the Chin-Up Chinchilla.Which fabulous, fantastical pets will Yvette and Evan choose? The adoption fair next door may have a different kind of magic in store!Bestsellers Leigh Bardugo and Liz Climo celebrate perfect pets everywhere in this rollicking tale. Also available in: Romanian Order:Macmillan https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Life-in-the-Present Sun, 08 Dec 2019 17:57:15 +0000 Liz Climo https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Life-in-the-Present Life in the Present <img width="477" height="663" width_o="477" height_o="663" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/e3635c927a0412ac5067bf5ff1986c33721e26e688bc9d4178179477c24fcc3d/Screen-Shot-2024-05-05-at-9.07.42-PM.png" data-mid="210330679" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/477/i/e3635c927a0412ac5067bf5ff1986c33721e26e688bc9d4178179477c24fcc3d/Screen-Shot-2024-05-05-at-9.07.42-PM.png" /> Known for her charming animal illustrations that are "guaranteed to make you smile" (Good Housekeeping), internationally bestselling author and illustrator Liz Climo is back with a new collection of 100 comics that celebrate the joy of life's littlest moments.Every page of Life in the Present&nbsp;is brimming with Liz Climo's patented blend of humor and warm-hearted wisdom, and her adorable bears, otters, bunny rabbits, and hamsters (among others) help us all to see the beauty in life's least significant occasions.&nbsp;Whether they're grabbing for a slice of pizza that's just out of reach or trying to gather the energy to go out on a Friday night, the delightful animal characters depicted in these comics—75 of which are brand new and never-before-seen—are guaranteed to brighten your day. Also available in: Chinese (complex), Chinese (simplified), French, and Vietnamese Order: &nbsp;Amazon, Books A Million, Bookshop.org, Hachette Book Group, or Target https://thelittleworldofliz.com/I-m-So-Happy-You-re-Here-A-Little-Book-About-Why-You-re-Great-copy Mon, 06 May 2024 02:04:22 +0000 Liz Climo https://thelittleworldofliz.com/I-m-So-Happy-You-re-Here-A-Little-Book-About-Why-You-re-Great-copy I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Little Book About Why You’re Great <img width="1754" height="2560" width_o="1754" height_o="2560" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f8bbde7fb117e2cbee57f91a11ecd97db8033e24d4adc802f56eaafe233d8fc6/71rX2x1BohL.jpg" data-mid="210330660" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/f8bbde7fb117e2cbee57f91a11ecd97db8033e24d4adc802f56eaafe233d8fc6/71rX2x1BohL.jpg" /> We all need a reminder that we're loved and we matter, and international bestselling author Liz Climo delivers that dose&nbsp;of warmth and love in her new bookSometimes we just need a little pep talk to remind us that we’re doing our best. With help from her charming animal drawings, Liz Climo encourages us to embrace the joyful moments, get back up after falling down, and always love ourselves.A little book to let someone know how important they are to you or a thoughtful gift you can give to yourself, I’m So Happy You’re Here highlights how truly amazing we are. Like a good friend, it will lift you out of low moments and keep you company until they’ve passed, making you laugh and cry while reminding you that you’re loved, you matter, and we’re all really happy you’re here. Also available in: Chinese (complex), Chinese (simplified), Dutch, French, Italian, and ThaiOrder:&nbsp;Amazon, &nbsp;Barnes &amp; Noble,&nbsp; &nbsp;Bookshop.org, &nbsp;Macmillan, &nbsp;or &nbsp;Target https://thelittleworldofliz.com/You-re-Mom-A-Little-Book-for-Mothers-And-the-People-Who-Love-Them-copy Thu, 01 Sep 2022 23:59:40 +0000 Liz Climo https://thelittleworldofliz.com/You-re-Mom-A-Little-Book-for-Mothers-And-the-People-Who-Love-Them-copy You’re Mom:&nbsp;A Little Book for Mothers (And the People Who Love Them) <img width="476" height="595" width_o="476" height_o="595" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/83de9d31eee283643e5ea19b09829b9188e1448d2a253b446118a895ddd0cf7f/youre-mom-cover.jpg" data-mid="151884646" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/476/i/83de9d31eee283643e5ea19b09829b9188e1448d2a253b446118a895ddd0cf7f/youre-mom-cover.jpg" /> From international bestselling author Liz Climo comes You're Mom, a hilarious and relatable collection of original comics about motherhood Moms: they are there for us through the good, the bad, the scary, the sticky, and everything in between. They also read us a lot of picture books along the way, and now there’s a picture book just for them. Liz Climo brings her trademark wit and adorable drawings to You're Mom: a funny, honest, and sweet homage to motherhood. Detailing the ups and downs of mothering, along with the many paths to becoming a mom and the different types of motherhood, Climo pairs humorous observations with clever illustrations of baby animals and their mothers. With more than 100 beautiful drawings, You're Mom is a book for the new mom, the seasoned mom, anyone in a mom-like role, or anyone who has ever loved a mom. It’s a thank you to those taking on the challenging role of parenting - and it's also short and sweet, which means you can read it and then hopefully get some sleep! Also available in: Arabic, Chinese (complex), Chinese (simplified), French, German, Hungarian,&nbsp;Italian, Korean, Slovak, UK, and Vietnamese Order:Indie Bound, &nbsp; GoodReads, &nbsp; Indigo, &nbsp; Book Depository, &nbsp; Books-A-Million, &nbsp; Barnes &amp; Noble &nbsp; or &nbsp; Amazon https://thelittleworldofliz.com/You-re-Loved Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:53:59 +0000 Liz Climo https://thelittleworldofliz.com/You-re-Loved You’re Loved <img width="500" height="500" width_o="500" height_o="500" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/713b5eee4aae055b3d42c7c75391beb51be8c54129575c70f828b3e2b995d588/B09VFFLKRR.01._SCLZZZZZZZ_SX500_.jpg" data-mid="139383620" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/500/i/713b5eee4aae055b3d42c7c75391beb51be8c54129575c70f828b3e2b995d588/B09VFFLKRR.01._SCLZZZZZZZ_SX500_.jpg" /> From international bestselling author Liz Climo comes You're Loved, a funny and heartfelt picture book about new babies and the joys of growing up.You’re brand new, and you’re perfect You’re demanding, but you’re worth it. Loving, uplifting, and hilariously honest, You’re Loved is a celebration of the milestones of childhood and a tribute to the parents and caregivers who are there for every win, every fall, every goodnight kiss, and every sleepless night. With her trademark sense of humor, Liz Climo (creator of the beloved comic series&nbsp;The Little World of Liz Climo) pairs her adorable art with pitch perfect, gentle rhymes, making this a warm welcome gift for any new addition to the family. You're Loved celebrates all kinds of families, is inclusive of adoptive families, and can be the perfect gift for baby showers, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Grandparents Day, Valentine's Day, birthdays, or any day you want to say, "I love you." Also available in: Chinese (complex), French, Italian, and UK Order:Amazon, &nbsp;Barnes &amp; Noble,&nbsp;Bookshop.org, Francie &amp; Finch,&nbsp;MacMillan, &nbsp;Target, or&nbsp;The Book Cellar https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Please-Don-t-Eat-Me Sun, 08 Dec 2019 17:46:34 +0000 Liz Climo https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Please-Don-t-Eat-Me Please Don’t Eat Me <img width="999" height="1000" width_o="999" height_o="1000" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/2d07b50e31c48c2981fcdf4b5952372ff50dde0754b117e1387fc9c55dafe01c/61L-K6D3GpL.jpg" data-mid="56239779" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/999/i/2d07b50e31c48c2981fcdf4b5952372ff50dde0754b117e1387fc9c55dafe01c/61L-K6D3GpL.jpg" /> When a carefree bunny is approached by a voracious bear in the woods, Bunny has just one request: "Please don't eat me."But the bear has a never-ending list of requests, and Bunny realizes maybe Bear isn't as hungry as he'd let on...maybe he just wants his new friend's company for a while. Praise "Climo masterfully includes a ton of expression behind the two protagonists' tiny dotted eyes. [...] Droll humor that's sure to elicit guffaws."―Kirkus Reviews"Hand to fans of [Laura] Numeroff's many books or read this for a raucous and silly preschool storytime."―School Library Journal* "Echoes of child persistence and adult exasperation might ring familiar to grownup readers, but mostly this will earn plenty of giggles from fans of Jon Klassen and Lemony Snicket."―BCCB, starred review"[...] Climo's laconic repartee between predator and prey is aimed pretty squarely at a 4-year-old's funny bone. The sarcastic rabbit and the sincere, if sincerely peckish, bear make an entertaining duo."―The Washington Post Also available in: Chinese (complex), Chinese (simplified), French, and Turkish Order:Indie Bound, &nbsp; GoodReads, &nbsp; Indigo, &nbsp; Book Depository, &nbsp; Books-A-Million, &nbsp; Barnes &amp; Noble &nbsp; or &nbsp; Amazon https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Rory-the-Dinosaur-Me-and-My-Dad Fri, 09 Jun 2017 22:37:01 +0000 Liz Climo https://thelittleworldofliz.com/Rory-the-Dinosaur-Me-and-My-Dad Rory the Dinosaur: Me and My Dad <img width="619" height="703" width_o="619" height_o="703" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/ecf725af7faeb295a8182c9863772bc50cb283873eebdff4ebe2485d3098aecc/tumblr_nmk71v8pYA1r5ml59o1_1280.jpg" data-mid="486173" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/619/i/ecf725af7faeb295a8182c9863772bc50cb283873eebdff4ebe2485d3098aecc/tumblr_nmk71v8pYA1r5ml59o1_1280.jpg" /> Meet Rory, the dinosaur. He loves spending time with his dad, but today he wants to go on his own adventure and explore his island home. He can't wait to tell his dad all about the things he can do all by himself, from crossing rivers to finding shelter from the rain. Little does Rory know, his father is never far behind. There's nothing Rory's dad won't do for his intrepid son—he'll even let him think he's made the journey all by himself. Comic artist Liz Climo celebrates the bond between father and child with her adorable, deceptively simple illustrations and her timeless story of a child's quest for independence. Also available in: Brazilian Portuguese, Catalan, Chinese (complex), Chinese (simplified), French, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese Praise "This is probably one of the best family-bonding picture books I’ve read this year… The illustrations include some humor for adults/older readers. The book is a great story about parents watching out for their kids but still letting them have an adventure. All in all, it’s a great mixture of fun for everyone.”&nbsp; -Kid Reviews Books “Readers will appreciate the clean design and the warm and humorous story; they’ll hope Rory sets off again soon.” -Kirkus “Shot through with tender humor, this is a knowing look at the ways that a father allows a child to grow.” -Publishers Weekly Starred Review Order:&nbsp;Indie Bound, &nbsp; GoodReads, &nbsp; Indigo, &nbsp; Book Depository, &nbsp; Books-A-Million, &nbsp; Barnes &amp; Noble &nbsp; or &nbsp; Amazon