In "Don't Worry, Hugless Douglas," readers meet Douglas, a lovable little bear who finds himself in a predicament when he loses his comforting hug. As he embarks on a heartfelt quest to find someone to help him feel better, he encounters various characters, each offering kindness and companionship. Through his adventure, Douglas learns the importance of friendship and that hugs can come in many forms. This charming story, accompanied by an adorable plush toy, emphasizes themes of comfort and reassurance, making it perfect for young readers who are navigating their emotions. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Hugless Douglas .

This book has been graded for interest at 3-5 years.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published in 2013 by Hachette Children's Group .

David Melling was born in Oxford where his father was a sculptor. He lived in Italy for some time and is now married with a baby daughter.