<b>Celebrating the quiet power of being different, <i>The Surprise </i>is the children's debut from acclaimed authors Zadie Smith and Nick Laird, with art from exciting newcomer Magenta Fox.</b> <p/>Meet Maud: a guinea pig who inexplicably wears a judo suit--and not everyone understands or approves. When Maud is thrown into a new and confusing situation, it takes brave decisions and serendipitous encounters for her to find her place and embrace her individuality. <p/><i>The Surprise</i> is an endearing story about the quiet power of being different by two veteran writers, and introduces an exciting debut illustrator. Together they have created a picture book that adults and children alike will treasure.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Zadie Smith, Nick Laird<br><b>Publisher:</b> Viking Books for Young Readers<br><b>Published:</b> 06/28/2022<br><b>Pages:</b> 32<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.90lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 11.10h x 8.40w x 0.70d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780593525975<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks</i> 05/01/2022<br><i>Publishers Weekly</i> 04/11/2022<br><i>Kirkus Reviews</i> 04/15/2022