Real to Me

★ ”Any youngster who has felt the pain of putting away childish things will find this an emotionally palpable, thoughtful story.” —The Bulletin, starred review

“Figueroa’s lush, electric, pulsating hues and colors bring the worldbuilding to life….the robust storytelling throughout will prove the book’s greatest lure.” —Kirkus Reviews

“An insightful and delightful take on the imaginary-friend concept, while highlighting what it means to have—and be—a real friend.” —Booklist

“This sweet story gently conveys the inevitable pains of changing relationships.” —School Library Journal

“To Lê’s simply told, heartfelt reflection on childhood bonds, Figueroa adds two rich, unexpected dimensions: a dramatic, luminous visual universe, and a narrative twist likely to tweak readers’ initial assumptions about the imaginary.” —Publishers Weekly

“[A] heartwarming story.” —The Horn Book