I'm Not Tired Yet!

For every parent whose child won't settle into bed without a dozen excuses, here is an adorable bedtime story that makes us laugh with recognition from beloved, award-winning author Marianne Richmond. With her signature heartfelt illustrations and whimsical text, I'm Not Tired Yet! (Sourcebooks Jabberwocky; ISBN: 9781402268786; HC $16.99; March 1, 2012) helps every parent ease their child off to dreamland.

Six-year-old Ralphie invents every excuse to delay his bedtime. His perceptive mom, however, sees his stalling as her invitation to engage Ralphie in a silly series of kisses, hugs, pinches and pokes-all inspired by his favorite animals and each leaving the twosome in a heap of giggles.

"I'm not tired yet," said Ralphie, "and, Mom, there's a problem here...

A big mosquito in my room is buzzing in my ear!"

"Ralphie," said his mom, amused, and joined him in a huddle,

"Could it be that what you need is a cozy polar bear cuddle?"

"I think I do," said Ralphie.

I'm Not Tired Yet inspires a playful, endearing bedtime routine that leaves kids and grownups looking forward to nighttime, no matter how strong the allure of playtime.