***STARRED REVIEW*** "[ A] winningly granular work...Its a step-by-step representation of how a book comes into being, focused on how much depends on teamwork, time, beauty, adventure, grit, inspiration, curiosity, action, structure, humor, wonder, and love. * Publishers Weekly * ***STARRED REVIEW*** "Each word of the brief text is chosen with care...The descriptive phrases often end with an emphasis wordsomething to make the reader stop and ponder. Those special words are gathered up at the end, bringing the parts of the books journey together into one unified message." * Booklist * ***STARRED REVIEW*** "This small treasure is both an artistic accomplishment and informative text, all packaged neatly into a picture book, making it an immediate classic." * Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books * "This beauty is echoed in the texts poetic lyricism...A behind-the-scenes glimpse into the origins of our most beloved titles." * Kirkus Reviews * "Focused on capturing the creative process and its power to, in turn, inspire further creation, this title is broad in scope; the wide landscapes and tight vignettes will encourage young people to find the stories around themselves in places large and small." * School Library Journal * "This reverie made manifest will be welcome in classrooms, libraries, and homes that value reading and art." * Horn Book Magazine *
