cover image THE CHRISTMAS SHIP

THE CHRISTMAS SHIP

Dean Morrissey, . . HarperTrophy, $5.99 (40pp) ISBN 978-0-06-443605-2

The mayor condemns a village toymaker's decrepit harbor shop... until the holiday spirit touches the mayor's heart. "The narrative logic doesn't bear scrutiny, but most eyes will be on the lush, expertly lit paintings," said PW. Ages 5-9. (Oct.)