夜貓子

You pick it up expecting a sleepy bedtime story, but that owl’s up to pure mischief, and the poetry sneaks up on you in the best way. The 3½-inch square is a charming handful, though you’ll want to keep it out of reach of little hands who might bend the pages.

Got this tiny book as a gift and ended up reading it twice in one sitting—the naughty owl's antics are way funnier than the sweet cover suggests. The 3½-inch size makes it perfect for slipping into a pocket or hiding on a bookshelf.

The tiny 3½-inch size makes it perfect for slipping into a pocket, and the twist is darker than the sweet cover suggests. It's a quick read, but the owl's antics gave me a good chuckle before bed.