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A playful, touching celebration of how persistent warmth and vivacious energy can win over the most solitary of souls. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with A splendid friend, indeed.
- lighthearted
- cozy
- sweet
- cheerful
- 01
Alone together
Bloom, Suzanne
A gentle, cozy exploration of how introverts and extroverts can find the perfect middle ground in friendship.
- 02
Fox forgets
Bloom, Suzanne
A warm, gentle exploration of everyday friendship hiccups and the comforting power of forgiveness.
- 04
Bear dreams
Elisha Cooper
A gentle, watercolor-washed lullaby about the playful resistance to sleep and the cozy inevitability of finally giving in.
- 05
Swim! Swim!
James Proimos
A quirky, laugh-out-loud exploration of loneliness and the absurd lengths we go to find a friend.
- 06
Mother Bruce
Ryan T. Higgins
A hilarious, heartwarming tale of a curmudgeon forced into accidental parenthood.
- 07
Goose goes to school
Laura Wall
A delightfully silly and reassuring romp that turns the daunting prospect of the classroom into a space for giggles and friendship.
- 08
Bear feels sick
unknown
A snug, rhythmic hug of a book about the healing power of good friends and warm soup.
- 09
Fletcher and the springtime blossoms
Julia Rawlinson
A gentle, sun-dappled stroll through the woods that celebrates the sweet surprises of changing seasons.
- 10
Lost and found
Oliver Jeffers
A quiet, oceanic journey about realizing that sometimes what we think is lost is actually just looking for a friend.
- 11
Toot & Puddle
Holly Hobbie
A warm, watercolor-soaked celebration of how true friendship bridges the gap between the thrill of the unknown and the comfort of home.
- 12
Berenstain Bears Get in a Fight
Stan Berenstain and Jan Berenstain
A gentle, familiar exploration of the sudden storms of childhood anger and the comforting sunshine of making up.
