This adorably illustrated picture book celebrates the love we have for books and the strength of friendship.
Raymond is a brave, strong and hairy buffalo. Gilbert is a quiet, growing and not-at-all hairy boy. Raymond is the hero of Gilbert's favorite book, and Gilbert brings his favorite book everywhere. When an unfortunate incident separates the two, Raymond finds himself in a very unusual situation—outside of his book and loose in the local library! There's nothing for Raymond to do but wait for Gilbert to come find him. But as the days turn into months and months into years, Raymond has to be brave and make a new home in the library shelves and a new friend in the librarian, Nicole.
“With his wily eyes and endearing grin, plucky Raymond offers a lesson in enduring friendships, old and new. An unusual, touching adventure involving a book, a library, and a friend.”
– Kirkus Reviews
“This endearingly awkward book has a good heart, and with its unconventional humor, will appeal to tender-hearted readers.”
– School Library Journal
Forest of Reading Silver Birch Express Award | 2022 | Nominated
BC Books for BC Schools | 2021 | Commended