A is for Apple, Unless . . .

by Tom Llewellyn, Mark Hoffmann (Illustrator)

An irreverent and unusual ABCs book featuring a fun and foul cast of characters

A is for apple unless you’re being chased by a bloodsucking vampire, then A is for Aaaaaagghhh!! in this irreverent and unusual ABCs book that will have readers laughing, but hopefully not vomiting, all the way from A to Zee End.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

32 pages, Hardcover

Published September 1, 2020

About the author

TOM LLEWELLYN is the author of five novels for middle-grade and young-adult readers, and one picture book. His books have been translated into five languages.

His first novel, The Tilting House, was published by Random House in 2010. Regarding his 2024 novel, The Five Impossible Tasks of Eden Smith (Holiday House), Booklist said: "A truly memorable setting for a terrific tale."

Tom graduated with honors from the University of Washington's creative writing program. When he's not making books, he writes thought leadership for an investment company and serves as the co-founder of the street art project, Beautiful Angle. Tom was born in Tacoma, Washington, where he raised his four brilliant children. He lives in Tacoma with his amazing wife, Deb.

Reviews

[Kaitlyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was the funniest book I’ve ever read. Definitely ordering it right now.

[RG]

Strange humor, but I liked it! Lots of vomit though haha

[Shiloah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute! Loved the humor.

[Shane · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not a bad variation on the usual abc's, with a small brother & sister leading us through the alphabet. Some funny, irreverent moments. I have to say I didn't understand the attraction of the illustration style.

[Jennifer Kelley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a funny one! I think kids will love this!

[Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

So much fun- you’ll start laughing within the first few pages.

[Mama Bearian · Rating 2 out of 5]

B is for Barf? Really? And some letters are worse. Yes, it’s unusual and some kids would definitely find it funny, but it just isn’t appropriate for my family.

[Lisa D · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute book!

[Edward Sullivan · Rating 4 out of 5]

A clever and irreverent abecedarian.

[Pinky · Rating 3 out of 5]

An alphabet that's full of icky things like vomit, farts, and poop.

[A. · Rating 4 out of 5]

My kind of humor.

Bb
B is for Ball
unless a ball just smashed
me in the belly,
then B is for barf.

[Kelly Veatch · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this book was hysterical!

[Jeimy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun book.
8-year-old boy humor.

[Monica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Might have made the purchase worthy shelf except it is printed in China so there will be no purchasing this title.

[Codey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Got a huge pile of children’s books to read to my 7 yr old from the library and this was probably my favorite. Lots of fart humor and sarcasm. Reminded me of growing up with my two brothers and how we acted around each other. My daughter’s not very into books but this gave her a chuckle.