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What makes some things beautiful and other things ugly? In the all-too-capable hands of David Sedaris and Ian Falconer, this question is dissected in hilarious ways, even if they never really answer it.

Amazon Best Children's Book of the Year winner for ages 6 to 8
Most Anticipated Books of 2024 List, Kirkus Reviews

Most Anticipated Kids Books List - February, Barnes & Noble
Kids Indie Next Pick March/April 2024
2025 Capitol Choices


A hilariously quirky monster tale about appreciating beauty—in all its weird and wonderful forms!— by the creator of the iconic Olivia books and bestselling humorist David Sedaris.

★“Disgustingly hilarious….Adult readers will recognize hints of Maurice Sendak and Wil...

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