In "Stinker" by David Zeltser, a young boy named Sam struggles with feeling different and often misunderstood. His life takes a turn when he discovers a skunk named Stinker, who becomes an unlikely friend and source of comfort. The story explores themes of friendship, acceptance, and the importance of embracing one's uniqueness. As Sam navigates the challenges of fitting in, his bond with Stinker teaches him valuable lessons about self-acceptance and the beauty of being different. Through humor and heartwarming moments, the tale highlights the transformative power of friendship and understanding. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 32 pages in this book.

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 2017 by Lerner Publishing Group .

David Zeltser is a writer living in Santa Cruz, California. This is his first picture book. Diane Goode has illustrated more than 55 beloved and critically acclaimed picture books, including the New York Times bestseller Founding Mothers and the Caldecott Honor Book When I Was Young in the Mountains. Julia Patton studied embroidery in Manchester. She worked as a freelance illustrator for Paperchase and a set designer for Cosgrove Hall before embarking on an MA in illustration in Edinburgh. She now illustrates full time in a beautiful part of Northumberland where she lives with her husband and two young sons.