Sweet and Sour - by Brian Yanish (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Sweet and Sour are in a serious pickle. Opposites in almost every way, they are next-door neighbors who just can't seem to get along. As competition between them ramps up, it may be that their backyard battles will consume them. Or can these persnickety personalities find something better to do with all their misspent energy?"--

Book Synopsis

Sweet and Sour is a dill-ightfully silly and heartfelt picture book about two rival pickles fermenting their way to friendship--perfect for fans of Stick and Stone and The Day the Crayons Quit.

Sweet and Sour are in a serious pickle. Opposites in almost every way, they are next-door neighbors who just can't seem to get along. As competition between them ramps up, it may be that their backyard battles will consume them. Or can these persnickety personalities find something better to do with all their misspent energy?

Flavored with a tangy text by Brian Yanish and tart art from Stacy Ebert, this tale about second chances, overcoming differences, and celebrating what unites us is sure to pickle the fancy of readers young and old.

Review Quotes

"[A] humorous story about opposites discovering commonalities and becoming friends . . . The colorful illustrations are lively; the unconventional protagonists are engaging, their body language and exaggerated expressions speaking volumes. Readers definitely won't sour on this sweet friendship tale." --Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Brian Yanish is an author, illustrator and maker. He has worked for the Jim Henson Company, trained as a special effects moldmaker, written and performed comedy and designed software, home decor, apparel and toys. He is the creator of ScrapKins(R), a Recycled Arts Enrichment program that inspires kids to see creative potential in everyday junk. Brian has shared STEAM based workshops and talks with schools and institutions across the country and even appeared on Sesame Street. His books include the Shark and Bot young graphic novel series, Pirate Chicken, and Junk Re-Thunk. He currently lives in Rochester, NY.

Stacy Ebert is an author-illustrator for children with a background in communication art and design and elementary education. She is the illustrator of the picture book Hello World! by New York Times-bestselling author Kelly Corrigan. Stacy brings her stories and characters to life with energetic lines and bright, happy colors that humorously and kindly speak a universal language. She lives with her husband and three sons in Minnesota.