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2026
A boy named Leo fails to connect with any animals at a regular pet shelter. On his way home he discovers a hidden shelter for magical creatures and bonds with an alebrije. He learns that raising a magical pet takes a lot of work and a supportive community.
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PICTURE BOOK Márquez, Melissa
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I'm the lucky librarian who gets to choose all the library's kids, teen and audiovisual materials. That means I read reviews for a living and my "to read" list is never-ending! When I'm not reading kids books, I dive into culinary cozies and thrillers. I'm a runner who loves to bake, and I'm a Disney kid at heart.
