

“Jules’ unique style, playful text, and sharp wit make this the perfect follow-up for caregivers and children to share together,” she said.įeiffer, 90, said he’s not yet done with George. HarperCollins Children’s Books publisher Suzanne Murphy said she was “honored” to be publishing Feiffer’s newest book. It’s one of several titles for young readers that Feiffer has written, although he’s likely best known for the comic strip “Feiffer,” which ran in the Village Voice for nearly four decades. numbers!”īark, George, about a puppy who can’t produce the signature canine sound, has become a favorite of fans of children’s picture books. “But soon George finds himself in a colorful dream about. “In Smart George, when George’s mother asks her son to add one plus one, two plus two, and three plus three, George would rather eat, go for a walk, and take a nap,” the publisher said in a news release. The publisher said the book aims to help children learn numbers. Michael di Capua Books, a HarperCollins imprint, will publish Smart George next year.


“Young readers will roar with laughter at this slapstick farce.Legendary cartoonist Jules Feiffer will follow up his beloved children’s book Bark, George, with a sequel-20 years after his tale of the dog who meowed and oinked first delighted young readers. It all makes for a witty, laugh-out-loud play on the old favorite about the old lady who swallowed a fly.” -ALA Booklist *(Starred Review)* “Feiffer’s characters are unforgettable…the pictures burst with the sort of broad physical comedy that a lot of children just love. Plus don't miss Jules Feiffer's wonderful new follow-up: Smart George!ĪLA Booklist Editors’ Choice | Maryland Children’s Book Award | Parents’ Choice Silver Honor | Keystone to Reading Book Award (Pennsylvania) | Georgia Children’s Picture Storybook Award | Flicker Tale Children’s Book Award (North Dakota) | Florida Children’s Book Award | Charlotte Zolotow Award Honor Book | Buckeye Children’s Book Award (Ohio) | Arizona Young Readers’ Award | ALA Notable Children’s Book When she asks him again, he goes "Oink." What's going on with George? Readers will delight at the surprise ending! When George's mother tells her son to bark, George goes "Meow," which definitely isn't right because George is a dog. bark! This picture book geared for the youngest readers is perfect for those who love Mo Willems's Pigeon series. Named one of 100 Great Children’s Books by The New York Public Library and #9 on School Library Journal ’s list of the Top 100 Picture Books!įrom acclaimed author-illustrator Jules Feiffer, Bark, George is a hilarious, subversive story about a dog who can't.
