Hogbert
Hogbert by Briony May Smith is a charming tale published by Candlewick Press on September 16, 2025. This 32-page book, written in English, follows the adventures of Hogbert, a young pig who, lured by a tasty trail, ventures away from his family and finds himself lost in the forest. As he navigates this new environment, Hogbert encounters various creatures, each encounter revealing that the world can be less frightening than it seems.
Readers will discover how Hogbert learns to overcome his fears with the help of new friends, including a little red squirrel and a sleepy white doe. The story incorporates elements of juvenile fiction, featuring themes of self-esteem and self-reliance, while also drawing on fairy-tale references. With lush artwork complementing the narrative, this edition invites young readers to explore the balance between adventure and the comfort of home, making it an engaging read for children beginning to assert their independence.
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Uh-oh! When a tasty trail lures Hogbert away from his family, he ends up all alone in the forest. Can he find his way home? Lush artwork, subtle fairy-tale references, and the kindness of new friends keep readers smiling.
When Mommy Boar sends her little snufflebugs to explore the forest for the first time, she cautions them to stick together. After all, the Big Bad Wolf could be near! But Hogbert’s keen nose has other ideas, and after following a trail too far, he finds himself trembling alone in fear. What’s that rustling in the leaves? Just a little red squirrel on her way to visit her sick granny! What’s that growl coming through the trees? Just a snoring white doe who took a bite of an apple that made her sleepy! With each temporarily scary encounter, Hogbert finds that the world is a less frightening place, and that the same sense of smell that led him into trouble may just lead them all out of it again. Fans of Beatrix Potter and children taking their first steps toward independence will revel in the story’s gentle suspense and warm, welcoming illustrations.
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