Never Let You Go

Now available in board book format!

In this tender, funny book, an adorable penguin learns that Mom or Dad “will never let you go” . . . except when it is time to let you go. Safely assured by the steadfast love of a parent, the little penguin can begin to explore its world bit by bit — draw a picture, chase the stars, even throw a tantrum — secure in the knowledge that a doting parent is always waiting in the wings.

Gently affirming, this book is the perfect addition to a nursery and toddler bookshelf, as it gives voice to all of the sweet sentiments parents wish to share, as their babies take their first big steps on the path of growing up.

Commended, Best Books for Kids and Teens, Canadian Children's Book Centre, 2016

Commended, Resource Links, Best of the Year, 2015

What people are saying:

“This is a cuddle-up-and-read book that is sure to evoke laughter and hugs.” —National Reading Campaign

“[It] balances a parent's desire to keep children close with a gentle reminder to also let them chase the stars. A perfect present for any new little penguin.”—CM: Canadian Review of Materials

“A very reassuring message of love . . . This is an excellent book to share with toddlers and preschoolers.”—Resource Links

“Wry humour imbues both text and art, ably displaying the parent’s unremitting connection to the child alongside [the] recognition that the youngster must be allowed room to grow.” — Quill & Quire

Never Let You Go is a simply lovely love letter from a parent penguin to its little one. Patricia Storms, noted for The Pirate and the Penguin picture book, and Chirp magazine cartoons, has created yet another crowd pleaser … With less than ten words per page, it is easy to focus on Patricia Storms' cheery illustrations, a mix of India ink, charcoal, and digital colour. Take note of the sky as it changes from day to dusk to night where it explodes into the aurora australis,  the South Pole's version of the aurora borealis.  A perfect present for any new little penguin. — CM Magazine (Canadian Review of Materials)

“The digitally colored brush, ink, and charcoal art is simple and clear, and the humor and truth of the exceptions woven into the hyperbolic promise of "never" keep the message of unconditional love (except possibly for that tantrum) from being saccharine or claustrophobic. Just fine for an extra reading hug at bedtime.” — Kirkus Reviews