Luna's Green Pet

Luna longs for a pet but the apartment building where she and her family live has a very strict NO PETS! policy. Not even goldfish are allowed. While her friends try to help with alternate pet suggestions, none interest Luna.

Almost ready to give up, Luna spies in the trash something small, something green, something someone has discarded: a wilted plant. Perfect! Luna names her new pet Stephanie, confident she can nurse the plant back to health. When others question Stephanie's suitability as a pet, Luna's devotion is unwavering.

She knows Stephanie is perfect just as she is. But will Luna's love and care be enough to bring Stephanie to full health? And what are those strange bumps growing on her? Brought to life with warm, expressive artwork, this charming story of one young girl's belief, determination, and out-of-the-box thinking is perfect for anyone who has ever wished for a pet, only to be told no. Back matter includes tips on how to grow your own "Stephanie." (From Sleeping Bear Press)

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Kirsten Pendreigh is an author, poet, and journalist based in British Columbia.

Carmen Mok is the Ontario-based illustrator of numerous books, includingWaiting for Sophieby Sarah Ellis,Look at Me Nowby Carol McDougall and Shanda LaRamee-JonesandPercy's Museumby Sara O'Leary.