Adam Rex is the author and illustrator of many beloved picture books and novels, including the New York Times bestseller Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich, and has worked with the likes of Jon Scieszka, Mac Barnett, Jeff Kinney, and Neil Gaiman. He lives in Tucson, Arizona.
"A perfect read-aloud. Fruitful in every sense of the word."-Kirkus
Reviews, starred review
"A sly concept, deft artwork, and unflagging energy make this a
winner."-Publishers Weekly, starred review
"Advisory: Laughter may ensue."--Twenty by Jenny
"Every page makes me laugh save a couple near the end, which I find
so touching that I get a little misty." -Mac Barnett, New York
Times bestselling author of Extra Yarn and Leo: A Ghost Story
"Fresh and funny, readers will go bananas over Orange's angst and
antics in this delightfully appealing new book by Adam Rex." -Kelly
DiPucchio, author of Dragon Was Terrible
"Funny, visually entertaining and - yes, here comes the fruit pun -
fresh as can be."--Chicago Tribune
"Hilarious! Any picture book that can work in Friedrich Nietzsche
and lycanthropic pears is a winner to me." -Drew Daywalt, author of
The Day the Crayons Quit
"Silly and a warm story about feelings and friendship, making it a
very fun party indeed."--Common Sense Media
"This sad sack orange is one of the most relatable picture book
characters I've had the pleasure of reading about in a long time.
And finally a book that teaches kids the correct pronunciation of
Friedrich Nietzsche!" --Carson Ellis, author/illustrator of Du Iz
Tak
"Whether read aloud or solo, the bright illustrations, funny rhymes
and happy ending make this a thoroughly enjoyable story."--Shelf
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