"In a stunning debut, Melmed combines standard fairy tale devices (a wish granted by magic; a series of trials to prove worthiness; virtue rewarded, etc.) in a wholly original story featuring the most fetching cast of little ones since the Dionne quintuplets. Melmed's writing is flawless..." --- Publisher's Weekly
The moon presents a childless couple with twelve tiny babies, which they care for with tenderness and love. In the end they are rewarded with their hearts desire - a real child to cherish forever.Download and start listening now!
“A winner in every respect, this genuinely touching book is guaranteed to become a favorite.”
— Publishers Weekly
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Laura Krauss Melmed is the author of many award-winning picture books, including the classic lullaby, I Love You as Much, The Rainbabies, and New York, New York: The Big Apple from A to Z. In addition to writing, Laura likes cooking for friends and family, hiking, typing with a cat on her lap, traveling, and, of course, reading.