We are delighted to celebrate the release of "George & Lenny Are Always Together" with author and illustrator Jon Agee! This rabbit and bear are inseparable best friends—until now, that is! An irresistible, funny read for fans of Frog & Toad and Elephant & Piggie.
George and Lenny are always together. And it’s terrific. They are never alone! So what happens when one of them decides it’s time to try some alone time? Is there a way for them to be alone together?
Award-winning picture book creator Jon Agee is at his very best in this endearing, silly story of friendship—of asserting yourself, taking a risk, and still being there for your best buddy.
Jon will be in conversation with Maeve Knoth.
About the Author
Jon Agee is the beloved author and illustrator of many acclaimed picture books, including Terrific (a New York Times Best Illustrated Book), Milo’s Hat Trick (an ALA Notable Book), Little Santa (an ALA Notable Book and recipient of five starred reviews), and It’s Only Stanley (a Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Honor Book). He lives in San Francisco, California. Visit him online at jonagee.com.
About the Moderator
Maeve Visser Knoth is currently the librarian at the Phillips Brooks School in Menlo Park. Before that, she worked for the San Mateo County Library system and other school and public libraries. She reviews children's books for The Horn Book Magazine and has taught courses in Children's Literature for Notre Dame de Namur University, Wheelock College and Lesley University. She has served on various national book award committees including as chair of the 2025 Newbery Award Selection Committee.
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