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Little Sisters

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Pub Date Feb 27 2024 | Archive Date May 27 2025

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KIRKUS STARRED REVIEW

One Mom + One Me = Just Right — Little Sisters is a joyful only-child picture book

An only child daydreams about having one, and then many, little sisters, and all the fun they could have together.
 One sister becomes two, then five, until the room overflows with paint-splatters, secret snack missions, candy towers, and peals of laughter. The build up of make-believe sisters feels boundless—yet when they disappear, she notices how Mama is still there. During an exuberant hug, she understands: one mom and one me are perfectly, wonderfully enough.

Perfect for ...

  • Children ages 2 or older—especially only children—who crave big-imagination stories that reassure them “one is wonderful”
  • Bedtime shelves and cozy mother-and-daughter snuggles, from nightly read-alouds to spontaneous “just because” moments
  • Mother's Day or Mom's birthday gifts from her one-and-only child
  • Small-family celebrations such as Father's Day read-alouds, adoption-day keepsakes, or grad gifts for littles
  • Classrooms and teachers seeking a multicultural read-aloud or global stories for children ages 4–8 to diversify story time
  • Libraries and parents hunting for a Japanese girl picture book or Asian family picture book with authentic characters
  • Families and educators browsing translated picture books, international picture books, or other award-winning translated kids books
  • Gift givers and fans of Olivia, Saturday, and Me & Mama who want another lively heroine with a big heart

KIRKUS STARRED REVIEW

One Mom + One Me = Just Right — Little Sisters is a joyful only-child picture book

An only child daydreams about having one, and then many, little sisters, and all the fun...


A Note From the Publisher

Did You Know: Translator Nannette McGuinness is not only a translator of over 80 books and graphic novels for children and adults from French, Italian, German, and Spanish into English, including the well-known Geronimo Stilton graphic novels—she is also an award-winning opera singer!

Did You Know: Translator Nannette McGuinness is not only a translator of over 80 books and graphic novels for children and adults from French, Italian, German, and Spanish into English, including the...


Advance Praise

What would life be like with a younger sibling? . . . Translated from French, Miura’s delightful prose is simple yet earnest, leaving ample space for well-crafted, spare illustrations. . . . Little by little, the sisters conquer that space until they fill the page—literally and metaphorically—as they wildly splash paint all over a blank canvas. . . Young readers anticipating, even hoping, for will delight in all the ways these sisters play with and enjoy each other. Start with imagination, add a sprinkle of mischief, and stir for pure joy! ― Starred Kirkus Review

What would life be like with a younger sibling? . . . Translated from French, Miura’s delightful prose is simple yet earnest, leaving ample space for well-crafted, spare illustrations. . . . Little...


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EDITION Hardcover
ISBN 9781646900398
PRICE $18.00 (USD)
PAGES 40

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Featured Reviews

This was super cute, and I loved the illustrations. I don't know if I've ever actually read a book about being an only child, so this was a new perspective.

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This book is really cute! However, I didn't care a whole lot for the illustrations, simply because there was a lack of color in them, But first, I'll start this review with what I liked:
1. The idea. An only child wanting to have a younger sibling is a highly common thing, and I think that a lot of kids will be able to relate to the main character of this book.
2. The progression/development. It was awesome how the author started with a little thought, and then continued to add more and more onto that initial moment.
3. The ending/message. I wasn't expecting for the book to end how it did, but it was very heartwarming and sweet (I won't spoil it)!
Now, the only thing I didn't like so much about this book was the visuals. The illustrator made a choice to not add much color, and keep things minimalistic. This didn't really work for me, and I would have liked to see some fun and bright colors to really bring this book to life.
Other than that small thing, though, I overall liked this book!

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A very unusual style—and definitely an unexpected ending! But I really liked this book.

There’s a touch of absurdity here, but it actually reflects the unpredictable nature of children perfectly. One moment they dream of having a sibling to play with, and the next they’re overwhelmed with jealousy, frustration, and confusion. I know this all too well—I have two boys!

The book felt honest and refreshingly real, a nice contrast to the overly sweet and polished stories that wrap everything in a perfect bow.

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hank you to Netgalley and Arctis for letting us read and enjoy this book.

Now my daughter loved this book. She is always asking for a sister I tell her no haha. This book covers what it would be like to have a little sister and tons of little sisters and the pros and cons and then back to why no sisters is great. My daughter was engaged the whole time and was laughing her head off. The artwork was also cute.

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This is a sweet and thoughtful story about a little girl who imagines what life might be like if she had siblings. Through her daydreams, she explores the joys and chaos of having little sisters, only to realize by the end that she already has everything she needs to be happy: a loving and present parent.

As more families choose to have fewer children, the themes of this book feel especially relevant in today’s world. It gently affirms that love, attention, and connection don’t require a full house.

Overall, it’s an engaging little book with adorable illustrations and a poignant message.

Thank you to NetGalley and Arctis Books for the privilege of receiving this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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Little Sisters is a brief yet whimsical children's picture book by Tomo Miura. With a narrative that spirals around pages in a manner that might remind a reader of a creative stream of Japanese artwork and idyllically matching illustrations, this book is a splendid celebration of little sisters and the endeavor to create and find a most charming children's picture book.

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