The 13th Day of Christmas
By Adam Rex
A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection
★"This heartfelt, extra-long picture book puts a weird, wacky, and wonderful spin on a familiar Christmas song. Rex’s signature snarky humor will appeal to both elementary schoolers and their grown-ups. . . . This quirky take on a Christmas classic is the gift that will keep on giving, long after the 13th day."
—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
★"Told in a wry, laconic first-person voice—peppered with dry, witty asides—the increasingly surreal situation plays out in Rex’s trademark blend of absurdity and charm. . . . Always deft and detailed, Rex’s expressive comic drawings are set against glowing, layered backdrops reminiscent of Wayne Thiebaud’s iconic pastry displays. With brilliantly lively compositions and a festive finale, this wildly funny twist on a holiday tune delivers heart, hilarity, and true love (of course)."
—Booklist, Starred Review
★”Side-splitting silliness ensues . . . Carefully sketched, energetic visuals alternate between comics-style panels and full-bleed spreads of the chaos. . . A fresh, truly uproarious Christmas yarn."
—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
★"Humorous. . . . An excellent holiday read-aloud. . . . A great addition to any picture book collection."
—School Library Journal, Starred Review