Borrowing Bunnies: A Surprising True Tale of Fostering Rabbits

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From beloved novelist Cynthia Lord comes the heartwarming tale of the author's own journey in fostering two very special bunnies that is perfect for-but not limited to-Easter. Peggotty and Benjamin, two Netherland Dwarf rabbits, were rescued by Cynthia's local animal sanctuary. But before they were ready to be adopted, Cynthia had to help them learn to trust people again and feel safe in a new home. The bunnies' progress-captured by her husband's photography-engaged hundreds of viewers in real time on Cynthia's Facebook page. Now she has adapted the story into a picture book that explores love, responsibility, empathy, and letting go-with a few surprises along the way. Illustrated with gorgeous photographs and cute spot art throughout. Includes back matter.

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"A true tale of bunny fostering sure to warm readers' heart . . . a package that could make a bunny lover out of anyone. An ideal gift for rabbit fans and a great addition to the cute-animal shelves." --Kirkus Reviews

"Spot-art illustrations of rabbits provide a playful element, while the photographs--including those of Lord herself cuddling with the bunnies--make the foster story especially intimate." --Publishers Weekly

"An irresistible photoessay about fostering rabbits for adoption . . . spirited digital spot art livens up the pages and gives a little more detail on some situations, but it's the squeal-inducing photographs that will attract youngsters (and not a few adults).Instagram stars in the making." --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

Author Bio

Cynthia Lord is a Newbery Honor-winning author of many children's books including Rules, the Shelter Pet Squad series, and the Hot Rod Hamster books. She lives with her family and a menagerie of adopted animals in Maine. cynthialord.com John Bald has been a professional photographer for over twenty-five years. He lives and works with his family in Maine. johnbald.net Hazel Mitchell is the author and illustrator of numerous children's books including Toby and One Word Pearl. She works and lives in Maine. hazelmitchell.com