When Pumpkin, my dog, died, everyone at home was sad. The next day, a dark cloud began to follow me around and it felt like I had soap in my eyes and an octopus wrapped tightly around my heart…
Written by the renowned child author and psychologist, Alicia Acosta, Pumpkin and me, explores themes of loss and grief and the power of memories in this uplifting, beautifully illustrated story.
Sobre o autor
Alicia Acosta is a professional storyteller from Andalusia (Spain). She works with groups of children in schools and combines her work with her background as a psychologist to promote a love of reading. She is also a radio anchor and organizes theater workshops. Her books Little Captain Jack and Peque y yo were a finalist for the International Latino Book Award.
Mercè Galí is an illustrator from Barcelona. She grew up surrounded by stories in her parents’ bookstore. She studied illustration and Fine Arts at the University of Barcelona, specializing in engraving. She is mainly illustrates children’s books and works with publishing houses in various different countries. Her books have been awarded best Toddler books at the Bologna Fair and her project ‘Petit Indi’ was a finalist in the Silent Book competition.