Ulf Stark (1944-2017) is one of the world's great writers. He is author of more than 30 books for children and has won many prizes for his stellar work. He was shortlisted for the Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2018. Anna Hoeglund is one of Sweden's foremost illustrators, who has written her own books as well as illustrating the work of other leading authors, and received many international awards.
"""Together, the words and illustrations... tell a story that is sad and happy at the same time. It’s a story that makes sense to everyone who ever had - or wanted - a grandfather."" -- The School Magazine (NSW) ""This is an extraordinarily tender, beautiful story of friendship and loss. Stark combines searing poignancy with joyous humour and the most lyrical phrases to produce a quirky, endearing story that deeply touches the heart"" -- The Sunday Tasmanian (AU) ""This story touches the heart. It manages to be charming, warm, funny, poignant and sad all at once and it’s told in such a way that a grandparent can reminisce and a young person can understand about friendship and loss not just through their own eyes but through the perspective of a much older person."" -- PETA Starred review. A sweet, tender, never maudlin evocation of an intergenerational friendship. -- Kirkus Reviews 5+ One of those rare perfect ones. -- Youth Services Book Review Can You Whistle, Johanna?... is a heartwarming and emotional tale of human connection, and its importance at any age. -- NetGalley Reviewer A book that demands to be shared and enjoyed. -- IBBY UK"