Anik's Books

	Desmond and the Naughtybugs Illustrated by Anik McGrory Written by Linda Ashman Dutton Children's Books 2006 Desmond tries his best to be good, but when the Naughtybugs show up it can be very, VERY hard! "Ashman delivers a lively tale with some sparkling descriptions and dialogue, while McGrory's charming illustrations add a whimsical touch." -- School Library Journal
	Kidogo Illustrated and written by Anik McGrory Bloomsbury 2005 "The poetic text is perfectly matched with pencil-and-watercolor illustrations that depict a warm and lovely home in a land where Kidogo …slept through nights that were deeper than his dreams. This sweet, enchanting story is just right." -- School Library Journal starred review Exhibited at Society of Illustrators Original Art show
	You See a Circus. I See... Illustrated by Anik McGrory Written by Michael C. Downs Charlesbridge 2005 "The circus has come to town, but this kid sees it from a whole different perspective! McGrory's watercolors delight with shadowy washes of the audience behind the lively scenes in the spotlight and amusing details everywhere." -- School Library Journal
	Animals Asleep Illustrated by Anik McGrory Written by Sneed B. Collard III Houghton Mifflin 2003 Animals Asleep won the 2004 ASPCA Henry Bergh Illustration Award! The award was presented at the ALA conference in Chicago in June. A fascinating glimpse at the way some familiar and not so familiar birds and beasts catch a few winks! "McGrory's paintings offer graceful, well-composed depictions of beasts, birds and butterflies in a series of beautifully lit settings." -- Booklist "Softly colored, detailed watercolor paintings enhance the text, bringing the animal and its habitat to life for the reader." -- Kirkus Reviews "Watercolors in limpid blues and greens or flamboyant fuschias and purples provide authoritative depictions of the various sleeping habits in a liquid style designed to ease drowsy children into bed. You might want to share this early in the day despite the sleepytime theme; listeners may become so intrigued by the workings of the animal world that they find it difficult to drop off at bedime." -- The Bulletin "The appealing watercolor illustrations consist of single- and double-page paintings. Soft pastel backgrounds cradle brighter hues, bringing into focus each animal as it takes a nap, hibernates, or sleeps." -- SLJ
	A Mountain of Blintzes Illustrated by Anik McGrory Written by Barbara Diamond Goldin Harcourt 2001 Sarah has a plan to scrape together enough money to make Blintzes for the Jewish holiday, Shavuot. But she needs Max's help. ... And what are their children up to...? An Association of Jewish Libraries Notable Book
	Mouton's Impossible Dream Written and illustrated by Anik McGrory Harcourt 2000 All Mouton, the sheep, can think about is learning how to fly. Her one track mind will lead her and her friends on the adventure of their lives. Based on the true story of the invention of the hot air balloon in France in 1783. "Lavish, beautifully composed watercolors are the strength of this pleasing story, which is based on actual events. Filled with historical detail and charmingly drawn characters, the book will captivate young ones and perhaps spark curiosity about the time." --Booklist An American Booksellers Association "Pick of the Lists"