Guac, the Avocado Bird

In this charming tale from Julie Branch-Evans comes freshly hatched Guac, the one and only avocado bird.Alone without a home, he searches for a place to call his own. When he finds a vacant birdhouse, Guac settles in, happy to hide himself from everyone else, but he's soon joined by many other creatures who are also looking for a place to live. From cats to ferrets, Guac welcomes them in and finds that embracing each of their unique qualities--including his own--makes for a home full of happiness and love.

Author: Julie Branch-Evans
Publisher: Brown Books Kids
Published: 11/07/2023
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 8.24h x 8.40w x 0.17d
ISBN: 9781612546155
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 12/08/2023 pg. 1

About the Author
Lomazzo, Stephen: - Stephen Lomazzo is an illustrator, fine artist and designer who lives and works in his hometown of Eau Gallie, Florida, alongside his border collie, Trixie. He was warped at a young age by Spaghetti-o's, Kool-Aid, black and white films and Saturday morning television. He can also say he learned to drive on a 1931 Model A Ford and can wiggle his ears. Since graduating from the Savannah College of Art & Design in 2005, he has displayed his unique styles in many galleries and shows, as well as illustrated for numerous magazines and book projects. Stephen's ultimate goal is to one day be bestowed upon the honor of the Caldecott award for Children's picture book excellence. He likes to write his own stories, too...Branch-Evans, Julie: - Julie Branch-Evans grew up in the small town of Ida, Michigan. After high school graduation she spent four years at Capital University in Columbus, Ohio, where she received a bachelor's degree in English. She went on to build a successful career in technology, spent some time figuring out life, and then met her now husband whom she lives with in Dallas, Texas. Her life changed forever in May 2016, when her first daughter was born. At twenty-two days old, her little girl was given a rare health diagnosis. Soon after, Julie quit her career to be a stay-at-home mom. After a difficult, emotional journey to help her daughter heal and develop, she has had her eyes opened to obstacles she never imagined and to the reality of what lonely and different can look and feel like for so many children. Her inspiration to write a children's book comes from spending days and nights reading to her two little girls and enjoying those special moments laughing and talking together. She is hopeful that Guac, The Avocado Bird can bring laughter and fun to other children and parents while also emphasizing the importance of loving yourself and finding your own happiness-whatever that may be.