Bug Hug: Bedtime Story - Board Book

by Jake Buck

Discover the heartwarming magic of bedtime with 'Bug Hug,' a beautifully illustrated board book that follows Small Bug's enchanting quest for sweet dreams. Written and illustrated by Jake Buck, this charming story takes young readers on a nighttime adventure through a whimsical tree where Small Bug seeks advice from various friends about the secret to peaceful slumber. After exploring different possibilities, Small Bug learns that sometimes the simplest solution is the most perfect - a warm, cozy hug from Mama. This endearing tale weaves together themes of comfort, love, and the special bond between parent and child, making it an ideal addition to any bedtime routine. The durable board book format ensures countless readings, while the soothing narrative and gentle illustrations help create the perfect wind-down atmosphere for little ones. Published by Buck Publishing, this bedtime story resonates with both parents and children, offering a tender reminder that sometimes all we need is a loving embrace to drift off to dreamland.

18 pages, Board Book

Published July 7, 2025

Reviews

[Lolisa Monroe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely beautiful bedtime hug!

Big Hug is the perfect little story for settling little ones into bed. The rhyming lines and fun characters like Lady Ladybug twirling away will delight children. What a whimsical and lovely addition to our bookshelf! Thank you for creating Bug Hug! Five Stars!

[Steven Joseph · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bugs are fun! Bugs are interesting! Bugs are beautiful! Great little book to appreciate what may be scary!

[Natalie Buck · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a sweet little night time book about a kid just wanting their mama 💕 my daughter loves it!

[Melissa Blizzard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bug Hugs is a wonderful reminder for little ones about the wonder and beauty of settling into the nurturance and comfort of a mother's protective embrace. When babies become restless, fussy, or simply refuse to allow the tranquility of their environments to soothe them, parents and caregivers can now read a sweet bedtime story written in beautifully rhyming verse. This story of sweet little bug has a clever universal appeal. The illustrations are beautiful and sentimental-- a wonderful addition for small babies and infants.

[Leslee M Flanagan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this lovely rhyming book about a little bug having difficulty falling asleep. Each friend that he reached out to tried to help him sleep. I loved the Lady Ladybug's suggestion to "dance by the moon's glow" and the spider playing the strings on his web like a violin! The comfort of being hugged by his mother turned out to be all that he needed. This is a wonderful tribute to the special relationship thats exists between a mother and her child.

[Fraya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bug Hug is a sweet and comforting bedtime story that beautifully captures the power of love and reassurance. With its gentle rhymes and heartwarming message, it’s the perfect read for little ones who need extra comfort at night. A tender reminder that sometimes the best cure for restless nights is a simple hug from someone who loves you.

[Pat Danna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect bedtime story! Simple, but darling illustrations. Love the spider playing violin! Great pacing in the story adds to a well-developed 3-act structure. It just goes to show there's nothing better than a mother's love!

[Janet Ashmore · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Bug Hug" is a rhyming bedtime story about a little bug who had a hard time falling asleep. Little children will relate to the little bug as she searches for just the right plan and the illustrations that spark their imaginations!

[Rella B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sweet and soothing story that’s perfect to read to little ones to get them ready for bed. The rhymes are cute and sound great when read aloud, and the characters are charming as well. Highly recommended for moms who want an easy way to help their child fall asleep.

[Carolyn Watson-Dubisch · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sweet story about a little bug who was twisting and turning and couldn't sleep. Finally his Mama gives him a big hug! Just what he needed. Cute illustrations and lovely story.

[Liezl Russell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sometimes a hug is all you need! This is a cute bedtime story about the power of hugs.

[Elizabeth_PH · Rating 5 out of 5]

With gentle rhymes and cozy illustrations, Bug Hug is a heartwarming reminder that the simplest comfort, a hug from a parent, can be the sweetest way to drift into dreams

[Jessica Maynard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a sweet book with a heart warming message that a mama's hug is really all you need!