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Love You Forever Hardcover – Picture Book, Sept. 1 1995

by Robert Munsch (Author), Sheila McGraw (Illustrator)
4.9 out of 5 stars 63,371 ratings
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#1 Best Seller in Children's Books on Emotions & Feelings

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A young woman holds her newborn son
And looks at him lovingly.

Softly she sings to him:
"I'll love you forever
I'll like you for always
As long as I'm living
My baby you'll be."

So begins the story that has touched the hearts of millions worldwide. Since publication in 1986, Love You Forever has sold more than 38 million copies in paperback and the regular hardcover edition (as well as hundreds of thousands of copies in Spanish and French).

Firefly Books is proud to offer this sentimental favorite in a variety of editions and sizes:

We offer a trade paper and laminated hardcover edition in a 8" x 8" size.

In gift editions we carry:
a slipcased edition (8 1/2" x 8 1/4"), with a laminated box and a cloth binding on the book
and a 10" x 10" laminated hardcover with jacket.

And a Big Book Edition, 16" x 16" with a trade paper binding.

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  1. Reading age
    Customer suggested age: Baby and up
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 12
  5. Lexile measure
    AD780L
  6. Dimensions
    20.32 x 0.33 x 20.32 cm
  7. Publisher
    Firefly Books
  8. Publication date
    Sept. 1 1995
  9. ISBN-10
    0920668364
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0920668368
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The mother sings to her sleeping baby: "I'll love you forever / I'll love you for always / As long as I'm living / My baby you'll be." She still sings the same song when her baby has turned into a fractious 2-year-old, a slovenly 9-year-old, and then a raucous teen. So far so ordinary--but this is one persistent lady. When her son grows up and leaves home, she takes to driving across town with a ladder on the car roof, climbing through her grown son's window, and rocking the sleeping man in the same way. Then, inevitably, the day comes when she's too old and sick to hold him, and the roles are at last reversed. Each stage is illustrated by one of Sheila McGraw's comic and yet poignant pastels. (Ages 4 to 8) --Richard Farr

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An extraordinarily different story by Robert Munsch is a gentle affirmation of the love a parent feels for their child--forever. Sheila McGraw's soft and colorful pastels perfectly complement the sentiment of the book--one that will be read repeatedly for years. ― Book Fairies Vancouver Published On: 2019-04-08

There's a reason why Love You Forever is still on the bestseller list 24 years after its release. -- Darcy Matheson ― Daily Hive Published On: 2019-04-26

An extraordinarily different story by Robert Munsch is a gentle affirmation of the love a parent feels for their child -- forever. Sheila McGraw's soft and colorful pastels perfectly complement the sentiment of the book -- one that will be read repeatedly for years. ― NutSpace Published On: 2019-03-28

There are certain books about a parent's unconditional love for a child that are timeless--and this is one of them. ― Baltimore's Child Published On: 2010-01-20

One of my all-time favorites. I cry every time I read it.... [The book] is a beautiful script about parenthood, a poignant parable about life and death, a testimony to when the roles of child and parent become blurry. The story reminds you that no matter how grown up you are, you're always someone's child; that no matter how "adult" you are, you're never too old to be loved by your parents. It makes me appreciate even more how my mother still calls me and my brother (despite us being 32- and 22-years-old, respectively) by our childhood nicknames, Pussycat and Tchotchke (Yiddish for "knickknack"). Pigeonholing this as a children's book is like saying "Romeo and Juliet" is merely a cautionary tale about drug abuse. I dare anyone to read this story and not shed at least one tear by the end. It's even more poignant when you learn that Munsch wrote the book as a memorial to two still-born children he and his wife had in 1979 and 1980. -- Dana Lenetz ― Forbes Published On: 2010-04-20

The one book that has the most meaning to me. -- David Maloof ― Boston Globe Published On: 2002-09-15

There is a powerful, age-old resonance to the story, centered on that intangible, steadfast bond between mother and child. -- Shelley Fralic ― National Post Published On: 2006-05-15

No one can read this without the tears falling. -- Sharon Owen ― Madera Tribune Published On: 2003-05-08

The best of Munsch's many storybooks... it'll give you a new song to sing... and maybe a bit of perspective down the road. -- Leanne Dohy ― Calgary Herald Published On: 2003-09-25

Sentimental story that has long been a favorite gift at baby showers. -- Karen T.Bilton ― Bridgewater Courier News Published On: 2005-04-26

#5 on Instructor's "Teachers Pick the Top 50 Kids Books Ever", chosen by 200 teachers, authors, and children's literature experts. ― Instructor Published On: 2006-11-01

A humorous, sentimental page-turner that rarely -- let's say never -- leaves a reader with a dry eye. -- Gayle MacDonald ― Globe and Mail Published On: 2005-12-01

My children and I enjoyed it, night after night, for years... It is a charmer. The simple story touches the heart. -- Jeith L. Runyon ― Louisville Courier-Journal Published On: 2005-11-13

Robert Munsch's beloved tale is gentle affirmation of the love a parent feels for her child -- forever. Nurtured by the unconditional love of his parent, a boy grows happily through the stages of childhood to become, in turn, a loving adult. ― BookPage Published On: 2008-01-04

This book is beyond emotional. I dare any mother out there, or any child with an aging parent, to read this story and not have a lump in your throat... Should definitely be apart of your child's book collection. ― community.cafelibri.com Published On: 2010-07-01

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Firefly Books
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ Sept. 1 1995
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0920668364
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0920668368
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 1.05 kg
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ Customer suggested age: Baby and up
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 20.32 x 0.33 x 20.32 cm
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 12
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD780L
  • 鶹 Rank: #3 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 out of 5 stars 63,371 ratings

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  1. Robert Munsch

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    Robert Munsch is the author of more than 25 books for children including The Paper Bag Princes and Stephanie's Ponytail. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and studied to be a Jesuit priest before deciding to work with children instead. He taught in a variety of nursery schools and daycare centers while he earned an MA in Early Childhood Education. In 1975, Munsch and his wife, Ann, moved to Guelph, Ontario. The Munschs have three children: Julie, Andrew, and Tyya (see them all in Something Good!).

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    NEW RELEASE! Life's too short to concentrate on just one genre, and lately, McGraw has hopped from the kid-lit sandbox to the grown-ups' steamy hot tub with "The Knife Thrower's Wife" a mystery/domestic-suspense novel.

    Sheila McGraw was born in Toronto and began her career as an illustrator and copywriter for retail fashion outlets and editorial publications. In 1986 she was approached by Firefly Books to illustrate "Love You Forever" written by Robert Munsch. As that book achieved success she wrote and/or illustrated several craft and children's books. McGraw's "Papier-Mache for Kids" was awarded the prestigious Benjamin Franklin Award. Her artwork has been widely exhibited and represented by the Loch Galleries in Canada.

    The best seller Love You Forever has been voted Most Iconic Book Cover in a readers' poll conducted by CBC. Thank you to everyone who voted for Love You Forever.

    Sheila McGraw is painting and writing in Houston Texas. She is the mother of 3 grown sons.

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    I absolutely LOVE this book! I was given a copy when I had my son many years ago. I read it to him many times over and I still have my copy; it's a treasured item. I didn't hesitate to order this hardcover copy for a recent baby shower with a special message inside for the parents to be. I'd recommend this book to everyone!
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    I had no idea what the hype around this book was but as a first time mom I read it and half way through started to get weary eyed. This is a beautiful about the passage of time and the forever bond a mother will have with her child. I bought this book for my toddler but found it was more for me than her 🥲
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    I Love You Forever has always held a special place in my heart. My mom used to read it to me when I was a baby, and now I read the same story to my own little one. It’s such a beautiful, emotional book that captures the unconditional love between parent and child in the simplest, most touching way.

    The paperback version is well-made with quality pages and vibrant illustrations. It’s held up nicely to repeated readings (and a few toddler tugs!). The story never gets old—it brings a tear to my eye every time, in the best way.

    If you’re looking for a meaningful book to share with your child or to give as a gift, this one is a must-have. It’s more than just a story—it’s a memory in the making.
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    Buy this if you (the parent) want to cry. It’s a great book about the circle of life and the unfathomable depth of love between parent and child.

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    Buy this if you (the parent) want to cry. It’s a great book about the circle of life and the unfathomable depth of love between parent and child.

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    5.0 out of 5 stars Classic beautiful story
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