Piece Out

Toy Story meets Traction Man Is Here in this picture book that offers a fresh spin on a universal premise: the secret action-adventure story of a toy.

When Red, a game piece, is accidentally left out of the game box, nothing--not a hungry robot nor the ferocious family dog Lady Flufferton--will stop Red from reaching home.

The unthinkable has happened! Red is alone on the living room floor, far from the safety of the game closet and best pal, Yellow. After almost being devoured by a ravenous robot (a.k.a. the vacuum cleaner), Red embarks on the dangerous journey home. There will be perils--a transparent cliffside to climb, hanging forests to conquer, and the beastly Lady Flufferton (a.k.a. the family dog) to escape. And there will be setbacks--as when Red is found and carelessly tossed into the junk drawer. But in this action-packed, humorous story, Red learns from mistakes and discovers that with perseverance and resourcefulness nothing is impossible.

Author: Alex Willan
Publisher: Astra Young Readers
Published: 05/20/2025
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 11.34h x 9.13w x 0.47d
ISBN: 9781662620935
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2025
Booklist 05/01/2025 pg. 101

About the Author
ALEX WILLAN's love of drawing led him to earn a BFA in illustration from Savannah College of Art and Design. Alex has exhibited in art galleries and has painted murals, theater sets, and squirmy kids' faces. He is the author-illustrator of the Jasper & Ollie series and The Worst! series.