About this item
Author-illustrator Jeff Mack introduces two new hilarious characters - Bear and Skunk! Everyone likes hugs, especially when Bear gives them! Everyone, that is, except for Skunk. Bear really gets on Skunk's nerves. He's too happy . . . and he's always giving way too many hugs! Skunk has the perfect plan to keep Bear from giving any more hugs. Will it work? Similar to characters like Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd and Tom and Jerry, Bear and Skunk are sure to make young readers laugh in this fun read-aloud!
About the Author
Jeff Mack is the creator of more than 40 picture books, chapter books, and early readers including Hush Little Polar Bear, Duck in the Fridge, and the Clueless McGee series. He has also illustrated award winning picture books and chapter books such as Eve Bunting's Hurry! Hurry! and James Howe's Bunnicula and Friends. Originally from Syracuse, NY, he grew up fascinated by monsters and robots. He built his own pinball machines from cardboard boxes, and spent hour upon hour practicing his drawing. In the second grade, he started writing and illustrating his own comic books, and he's been doing it ever since. Now at home in Western Massachusetts, he continues to write, paint, and visit with school groups to talk about his love of books and illustration. Visit him at www.jeffmack.com.
