Oddbird's Chosen Family by Derek Desierto

Oddbird has always been on his own. And he's managed pretty well. But that's changing now, he wishes for a family.

When Oddbird's friends plan a big surprise for him, he realizes he's surrounded by those who accept and care for him. All families don't look the same, and sometimes the families we choose are where we belong. (From Feiwel & Friends)

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Derek Desierto is a children's book illustrator based in Vancouver. He is also the illustrator ofJuno Valentine and the Magical Shoes.