Tomorrow Is Waiting - Hardcover

Kiley Frank is a writer and freelance editor living in upstate New York. She worked in publishing for six years before leaving the NYC area. She reads daily to her three children and hopes--among many things--that they grow up to adore books as much as she does.

Aaron Meshon illustrates and designs for editorial, advertising, products, and books around the world. He's the author and illustrator of the Ezra Jack Keats New Illustrator Honor winning Take Me Out to the Yakyu, as well as Tools Rule! and The Best Days are Dog Days. Aaron lives with his wife, their child, and their French bulldog, Chubu, in Brooklyn, New York.

Toddler-PreS-This picture book expresses a parent's hopes and dreams for their child, and explodes with bursts of color and warm fuzzy feelings from start to finish. First-time author Frank's text is simple, though highly sentimental. The tender words are addressed to "you" (the child) and share a parent's wishes for tomorrow, including bravery and kindness. Though not inherently flawed, the text itself will strike a chord more with adult readers than young listeners. This is redeemed by Meshon's (Take Me out to the Yaiku) highly recognizable and engaging illustrations. Each page pops with whimsy and endless shades of colors in acrylic and gouache. A cast of children diverse in both race and ability strike out on adventures, adorned with adorably patterned clothing, backpacks, and froggy boots. They make their way from bedrooms surrounded by city buildings through endless wilderness settings composed of highly detailed landscapes, as Frank's parent imagines what lies in store for their child on their journey through life. VERDICT Parents' hearts will be warmed by the loving message, and children will adore the outstanding illustrations. Purchase for mid-size collections.-Clara Hendricks, Cambridge Public Library, MA