Love, Ruby Valentine

Laurie Friedman

Carolrhoda Books, Aug 1, 2006 - Juvenile Fiction - 32 pages

Deep in the heart of Heartland live Ruby Valentine and her trusty parrot Lovebird. Ruby's favorite day of the year is Valentine's Day--she loves to say "I love you" and make cards and treats to deliver to everyone in her town. But Ruby is so exhausted that she sleeps right through the holiday. Although Ruby is worried that she'll have to wait a whole year to tell everyone that she loves them, Lovebird convinces her to deliver her treats and messages of love even though they're a day late. To Ruby's surprise, no one minds. In fact, they're thankful for her sweet wishes and kind heart, leaving Ruby with the realization that every day is the best day to say "I love you"!

About the author

Laurie Friedman is the author of the popular Mallory series, The Mostly Miserable Life of April Sinclair series, and many award-winning picture books. She lives in Florida. Lynne Avril received a BA in Art from the University of Montana in Missoula. After years of freelancing as a graphic artist, she started illustrating children's books. She has illustrated over 80 books including Every Cowgirl Needs Dancing Boots by Rebecca Janni, If I Ran for President by Catherine Stier, The Princesses Have a Ball by Teresa Bateman, and all the stories about the young Amelia Bedelia by Herman Parish.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Love, Ruby Valentine; Carolrhoda Picture Books
• Author: Laurie Friedman
• Illustrated by: Lynne Avril Cravath
• Edition: illustrated
• Publisher: Carolrhoda Books, 2006
• ISBN: 0822571943, 9780822571940
• Length: 32 pages
• Subjects: Juvenile Fiction / Holidays & Celebrations / General