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Book Synopsis: From Caldecott Award winner Chris Raschka, tales of unforgettable characters who live in a NYC apartment building “To the company of ur-New Yorkers like Stuart Little, Harriet the Spy, and Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, let me hold open the door for The Doorman’s Repose. A new favorite.” —Gregory Maguire“….marvelously intriguing stories…” —Lemony SnicketSome of us look up at those craggy, mysterious apartment buildings found in the posher parts of New York City and wonder what goes on inside. The Doorman’s Repose collects ten stories about 777 Garden Avenue, one of the craggiest. The first story recounts the travails of the new doorman, who excels at all his tasks except perhaps the most important one—talking baseball. Others tell of a long-forgotten room, a cupid-like elevator, and the unlikely romance of a cerebral psychologist and a jazz musician, both of whom are mice. Because the animals talk and the machinery has feelings, these are children’s stories. Otherwise they are for anyone intrigued by what happens when many people, strangers or kin, live together under one roof.
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Looking for a captivating read that takes you behind the closed doors of a NYC apartment building? Look no further than "The Doorman's Repose." Written by Caldecott Award winner Chris Raschka, this collection of ten marvelous and intriguing stories will transport you to 777 Garden Avenue, a building filled with mystery and secrets. From the struggles of a new doorman to the enchanting romance between a cerebral psychologist and a jazz musician who are both mice, each story is filled with unforgettable characters and unexpected twists. Whether you're a young reader or simply curious about the lives of strangers living under one roof, "The Doorman's Repose" is a must-read.
But what sets this book apart is its enchanting combination of talking animals and sentient machinery. Step into a world where animals have a voice and elevators have cupid-like personalities. These imaginative elements make "The Doorman's Repose" perfect for children and adults alike, sparking the imagination and inviting readers to explore the magic within everyday life.
If you're a fan of Stuart Little, Harriet the Spy, or Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, you'll absolutely love "The Doorman's Repose." It's a new favorite that will captivate and entertain you from the first page to the last. Don't miss out on this extraordinary book filled with mystery, romance, and the power of community.
Ready to embark on an unforgettable literary journey at 777 Garden Avenue? Purchase your copy of "The Doorman's Repose" today and let Chris Raschka's mesmerizing words transport you to a world unlike any other.
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