Guess How Much I Love You

Effused with tenderness, McBratney's wise, endearing, and droll story is enriched by the near-monochromatic backdrop of Jeram's pen-and-wash artwork, rendered earthy tones of moss, soft brown, and gray for a visually quieting effect just right for that last soothing tale before sleep.—Publishers Weekly (starred review)An endearing nursery game is beautifully revitalized in this comforting, sleepy-time picture book. . . . There's not a wrong note in this tender tale, which should become an endearing bedtime favorite — right up there with Goodnight Moon.—Booklist (starred review)Every parent will relate.—USA TodayA well-written gem with sprightly illustrations.—L.A. ParentAn extraordinary children's book that captures the unique dialogue between a parent and child.—Child MagazineThe perfect bedtime story for sleepy little ones. Sam McBratney's soft, repetitive text is reminiscent of classic tales by Margaret Wise Brown (Goodnight Moon, The Runaway Bunny). . . . Anita Jeram's watercolor renderings of this endearing pair add sweet humor to a finely crafted book.—Christian Science Monitor Sam McBratney (1943−2020) is the author of the internationally best-selling classic Guess How Much I Love You and its sequel, Will You Be My Friend? , as well as All My Favorites, all illustrated by Anita Jeram. He also wrote Just You and Me and There, There , both illustrated by Ivan Bates, and Mindi and the Goose No One Else Could See , illustrated by Linda Ólafsdóttir,xa0among many other books for children. Anita Jeram is the illustrator of Guess How Much I Love You, the Guess How Much I Love You Storybooks, and You’re All My Favorites, all by Sam McBratney. She has also illustrated several books by Amy Hest, including Little Chick and a series about Sam and Mrs. Bear. Anita Jeram lives in Northern Ireland.