George and Lenny Are Always Together

Name: George and Lenny Are Always Together
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781836300311
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By Jon Agee

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This rabbit and bear are inseparable best friends until now, that is! An irresistible, funny read for all ages.George and Lenny are always together. And it's terrific. They are never alone! So what happens when one of them decides it's time to try some alone time?... Read More

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This rabbit and bear are inseparable best friends until now, that is! An irresistible, funny read for all ages.

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This rabbit and bear are inseparable best friends until now, that is! An irresistible, funny read for all ages.

George and Lenny are always together. And it's terrific. They are never alone! So what happens when one of them decides it's time to try some alone time? Is there a way for them to be alone together? Award-winning picture book creator Jon Agee is at his very best in this endearing, silly story of friendship of asserting yourself, taking a risk, and still being there for your best buddy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781836300311

Publisher: Scallywag Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 July 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Scallywag Press

Illustration: Full colour throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 40

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About the Author

Jon Agee attended The Cooper Union School of Art in New York City. A full-time author, he lives with his wife in San Francisco. Jon is the author/illustrator of many acclaimed books for children, which between them have won an Irma Black Honor, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor, New York Times Ten Best Illustrated Books, ALA Notable Book, and much more.

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