Drawn Onward
Drawn Onward by Daniel Nayeri is a poignant picture book published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2024, featuring 40 pages of beautifully illustrated content. This emotional palindrome story follows a young boy who, grappling with the loss of his mother, embarks on a fantastical adventure that explores the themes of grief and remembrance.
Readers will find a lyrical narrative that delves into the boy’s journey through a dark forest as he seeks answers about his mother’s feelings and their shared experiences. The book addresses complex social themes related to death and bereavement, offering comfort and hope to those navigating similar emotions. With its rich illustrations and heartfelt storytelling, Drawn Onward provides a gentle exploration of what remains when loved ones are gone.
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In this enthralling and emotional palindrome picture book by Daniel Nayeri and Matt Rockefeller, a young boy grieving the loss of his mother embarks on a lushly fantastical adventure that illuminates what remains when our loved ones are gone.
All alone
He was not so brave…
His heart needed to know
The answer.
In this lyrical, heartfelt story, a young boy who’s lost all hope braves the dark forest to ask, “Mom, were you glad you were Mom” Gorgeously illustrated, Drawn Onward gently guides readers through the depths of grief and provides comfort and hope to those who seek answers when it feels like all is lost.
PRAISE FOR DRAWN ONWARD:
- An Indie Next Pick
- A Junior Library Guild Selection
- An NPR Best Books of the Year pick
- A Kirkus Best Picture Books of 2024
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