Once Upon a Zoo - by Maggie Bunn & Rosalind Bunn (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Princess had it all, except for one thing.

Princess adores playing with her many stuffed animals. One day, Princess realizes something is missing . . . she needs a real pet! Determined to make Princess's dream come true, Queen summons her subjects from far and wide to help find Princess a pet. Soon, amazing animals start arriving from all over. How will she choose just one?

Review Quotes

"A fun romp through the animal kingdom. This book will make you smile!"

--Carlie Sorosiak

Author, Books Aren't for Eating

"I had a lot of fun with this fairy tale about a princess's search for a pet. It made me smile! I loved the hidden hints in the illustrations pointing toward the perfect ending."

--Danny Schnitzlein

Author, Gnu and Shrew and The Monster Who Ate My Peas

"Once Upon A Zoo is a delightful must-have for every child's bookshelf! With the help of the queen, a spunky young princess embarks on an adventure in search of the perfect pet. From a towering giraffe to a goofy monkey, a chatty goose, and a singing, dancing pig, this colorful cast of characters is sure

to delight. Readers will love discovering who the princess's true companion is in this heartwarming tale of friendship. Undoubtedly, the sweet story and vibrant illustrations will make readers want to

revisit this book time and time again!"

--Kelly Young-Silverman

Author, Hot Boiled Peanuts: A Georgia Food Tour

"A roaring review for Once Upon A Zoo; a whimsical royal on a quest, not for a tiara or a prince, but for the perfect pet! With its adorable illustrations and heartwarming message about companionship and belonging, Once Upon A Zoo is a winner for little animal lovers. Bunn and Bunn masterfully combine a riot of rhyming giggles with Pyle's bright illustrations showcasing each animal's hilarity and joy in being the perfect pet choice."

--Emily Matheis

Author, Opal's Springtime Birdhouse

About the Author

Originally from South Louisiana, Rosalind Bunn has dreamed of owning a bookstore, and as the author of eleven children's books she is well on her way to filling the shelves with her own tales! Rosalind lives in Marietta, Georgia, with her husband, Charley, and a pet tarantula.

This is Maggie Bunn's sixth collaboration with her mom. She loves reading, fishing with her dad, traveling, and going to baseball games. She has recently taken on a new challenge--nursing school. Go Braves!

Keller Pyle's colorful illustrations fill the pages of many beautiful books. With a passion for art, he earned a BFA in illustration from Savannah College of Art and Design. Pyle lives in Cartersville, Georgia, with his dogs, Hank and Rusty, and his collections of books, dinosaur toys, and tin robots.