Hazel and Herbert

Name: Hazel and Herbert
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ISBN: 9781984813244

Alexandra Thompson, Alexandra Thompson

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G.P.Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers'
19 May 2026

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When a young fox rescues a baby blue bird, her life is upended by the sudden new addition.

When a young fox rescues a baby blue bird, her life is upended by the sudden new addition.

Hazel discovers an egg while out for a walk in the woods, and much to her surprise-Tip! Tip! Tap!-out pops a baby bird. She names him Herbert, and from then on, he sticks to her like jam on toast.

But Hazel likes her routine, and Herbert's always underfoot. No matter what she's doing, Hazel simply can't get a moment's peace. What's a fox to do?

By: Alexandra Thompson
Illustrated by: Alexandra Thompson
Imprint: G.P.Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers'
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 286mm, Width: 226mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 391g
ISBN: 9781984813244
ISBN 10: 1984813242
Pages: 40
Publication Date: 19 May 2026
Recommended Age: From 3 to 7 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Alexandra Thompson is the creator of A Family for Louie and the illustrator of Ben & Emma's Big Hit by California governor Gavin Newsom and I Am a Masterpiece! by actress and Down syndrome advocate Mia Armstrong. When she's not in the studio, she can be found exploring the great state of Maine, where she lives with her family. Visit her online at alexandraco.com and follow her on Instagram @alexandraco_illustration.

Reviews for Hazel and Herbert

“Thoughtfulness infuses this sweet story, as do gentle humor and perfectly complementary watercolor art . . . The warmhearted ending reinforces the idea that friendships are complicated, conciliatory, and ultimately gratifying. Unfailingly tender.” —Kirkus Reviews