Hug Me

Written by Simona Ciraolo

A young cactus seeks a hug despite his prickly nature.

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32 pages· 251 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud· AD610L

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Bookroo's summary

Felipe, a young cactus, longs for a hug, but his prickly family isn't the affectionate type. Determined to find a friend who can offer the embrace he craves, Felipe embarks on a journey. Will he overcome his spiky exterior to find the warmth he desires? This charming tale of friendship and determination invites readers to explore the challenges of seeking connection in a world that sometimes feels prickly.

From the publisher

Ever feel like you need a hug, a really big hug from someone? That’s how Felipe the young cactus feels, but his family just isn’t the touchy-feely kind. Cactuses can be quite prickly sometimes you know . . . and so can Felipe. But he’ll be darned if this one pointy issue will hold him back, so one day Felipe sets off on his own to find a friend and just maybe, that long awaited hug.In her debut picture book, Simona Ciraola creates an endearing tale of friendship, beautifully illustrated with buoyant wit and the perfect story to share.Simona Ciraolo is a Sardinian born author and illustrator whose buoyantly witty and endearing tales recently won her the Sebastian Walker Award. Ciraolo studied animation at the National Film School in Turin, Italy, before moving to the United Kingdom where she undertook an MA in children’s book illustration at the Cambridge School of Art. She has also worked as a freelance 2D animator for children’s TV shows and illustrated five picture books for an independent Italian publisher.

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