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Jessica Love

Juli!n Is a Mermaid

Juli!n Is a Mermaid

A children's picture book by Jessica Love

8 people recommend this

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  • Noelle
    NoelleFirst to rec
    3
  • Kelsy CARLEEN
    Kelsy CARLEEN

    “One of my favorite contemporary children's books, I love that the images do most of the talking.”

    2431
  • Ginny Branch
    Ginny Branch

    “This book is so beautiful and special. We still read it every summer and I cry every time 😂🥹! It’s just so sweet! The illustrations are gorgeous and the writing is spare and has a lovely pacing!”

    252
  • Allison
    Allison

    “Gorgeous in all the ways. Acceptance and self-love and family love and individuality are the stars.”

    112
  • EmmaJ
    EmmaJ

    “Fun, beautifully illustrated, encourages all differences. ‘A radiant celebration of our individuality’ as Waterstones says!”

    6
  • monna
    monna

    “Such a joy to read for kids and adults. A whimsical and sweet story about gender and acceptance with just the right amount of words and tension. So much to notice without being overwhelming!”

    1
  • Rob
    Rob

    “My kids reached for this book nightly.”

  • Swede
    Swede

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