Most pets are cats and dogs, but what do you do if you want a different kind of
pet, one that doesn't meow or bark? Bob Staake's exuberant tale of a little boy
and the pet of his dreams will appeal to anyone whose best friends are ...books!
Books make the perfect pets, the boy decides, and chooses a bright red one. Whe
n it goes missing, a lively adventure is in store for readers who love a happy e
nding. Soon kids everywhere will wish for a pet book of their very own.