In Kiera and Lamby: New York City , Kiera and her lovable stuffed lamb are tucked in bed for the night—or are they? When the lights go out, their magic blanket whisks them away to the Big Apple, where iconic landmarks and everyday moments of wonder await. From a picnic in Central Park to a merry-go-round in DUMBO, the two friends learn the power of imagination and realize there is a great big world to explore beyond their own front door. The first book in the Kiera and Lamby travel picture book series, New York City is a playful introduction to travel, cities, and storytelling for young readers—best enjoyed with a favorite stuffed animal by your side. This book is perfect for: Children ages 4-8 - Kids who have a beloved stuffed animal they take everywhere - Families who love travel and imaginative stories - Classrooms and libraries exploring U.S. landmarks and iconic cities - Baby shower, birthday, & graduation gifts Kiera and Lamby: New York City reminds readers, young and old, that there is magic around every corner, waiting to be discovered. Editorial Review: "Kiera and Lamby: New York City is a charming story that highlights the power of imagination and the importance of exploring different places. I love this book because it gives children the opportunity to learn about a variety of cities, allowing them to close their eyes and envision themselves there. Nicole O’Connor’s narrative is immersive and engaging, using simple words that young readers can easily understand. Kiera and Lamby make the perfect stars of this story with their curiosity and adorable nature as explorers. The best part is the illustrations, which beautifully capture how Kiera imagines New York. She sees different kinds of animals playing in the park, riding the train, and making music in the streets. I truly enjoyed this book and highly recommend sharing it with your children to spark their imaginations and encourage them to explore the world.” - 5-star review by Luwi Nyakansaila for Readers’ Favorite Readers' Favorite 5-star book review by Luwi Nyakansaila: Kiera and Lamby: New York City is a children's adventure written by Nicole O'Connor, with illustrations by Anika Tasnim. The story follows Kiera as she goes to sleep, tucked in with her stuffed lamb, Lamby. Unlike most children, Kiera does not have ordinary dreams. The moment she lays her head down and closes her eyes, her blanket quickly levitates, carrying her and Lamby to a special place. They soar high into the night sky, catching glimpses of city lights in the distance, until they find themselves in New York City. As they explore, they fly over iconic landmarks such as Central Park, the High Line, the Statue of Liberty, the South Street Seaport, and DUMBO. They enjoy various fun activities like picnicking, exploring elevated train tracks, and riding a carousel before returning home, all with the promise of more adventures to come in different cities around the world. Kiera and Lamby: New York City is a charming story that highlights the power of imagination and the importance of exploring different places. I love this book because it gives children the opportunity to learn about a variety of cities, allowing them to close their eyes and envision themselves there. Nicole O'Connor's narrative is immersive and engaging, using simple words that young readers can easily understand. Kiera and Lamby make the perfect stars of this story with their curiosity and adorable nature as explorers. The best part is the illustrations, which beautifully capture how Kiera imagines New York. She sees different kinds of animals playing in the park, riding the train, and making music in the streets. I truly enjoyed this book and highly recommend sharing it with your children to spark their imaginations and encourage them to explore the world. Nicole O'Connor aims to inspire a passion for exploration and learning in her two daughters and young readers everywhere through stories drawn from her travels. She earned a master's in international education from NYU and spent over a decade fundraising and storytelling for a global children's nonprofit. When Nicole's not writing, you can find her in her Connecticut home dreaming of where her own magic blanket might take her next.