Recent Reads: The Hidden World of Gnomes by Lauren Soloy

Source: From Librarything Early Reviewers program. This in no way alters my opinion or review. 

The Hidden World of Gnomes by Lauren Soloy  

Publisher: Tundra Books
Publication Date:  June 20, 2023

 

Format: Hardback

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Goodreads Synopsis:

A delightful introduction and collection of facts about the secret lives of gnomes that will charm and fascinate readers of all ages.

This book is an introduction to the hidden folk called gnomes, who live in a happy place they call The Pocket. Where is The Pocket, you ask?

Well, it’s all around you, all the time.

Gnomes are curious little creatures, and they’re very shy. But after reading this book, you will learn to spot the telltale signs that gnomes are around . . . and maybe even meet one!

Lauren Soloy has been studying gnomes her whole life, and she has created this book to share her knowledge with you. For example, what jobs do gnomes do? Babysitting robin's eggs, squirrel-tail fluffing, storytelling. Where do they live? In gardens, forests and any place with plants, birds and bugs. What are their names? Hotchi-Mossy, Able Potter, Cob Tiggy and Puckle Swift, to name a few.

With charming details and surprising facts, this celebration of all things gnome will enchant readers of all ages.

 Review: 

This was so wonderful! A hardback edition graphic novel all about gnomes and their hidden, secret, beautiful natural world. It is about the gnomes but also joy and the beauty of nature too. 

The vibe is cute, cozy, warm and inviting, and it is like an encyclopedia of gnomes with pictures and information about their hobbies and enviornmental likes... it is adorable! 

I loved this cover, the end pages, and all the illustrations are great.  Some focus on the gnomes, others are about joy or nature, and enjoying the outside. Reminders to stop and look around and enjoy nature. 

Overall it is super simple and whimsical but sometimes that is exactly what you need. 

Other notes/thoughts - is this a UK author? I had to look up woody pig... aka rolly polly in USA.? Loved Twiggy dell - they are a craft hoarder and this made me laugh out loud.