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“If I Could Keep You Little successfully captures those fleeting moments when a mother or father reflect on the times when their children were growing up, having to keep them safe and warm -- just before they tuck them in for bed, never neglecting to check the closets and under the bed for all things that may go bump in the night. A book that truly comes highly recommended.”

“Celebrate life, growth and the bond you share with If I Could Keep You Little by Marianne Richmond. Be sure to have tissues handy.”

“Moms and Dads express how much they enjoy their young children in this rhyming book.”

“With a cute rhyme and scribbly watercolor drawings, author and illustrator Marianne Richmond tells the story of growing up, and the wonderful discoveries that come from becoming a big kid and from watching that process unfold. I liked this book because it speaks not only to every mother who longs to stop time, but to kids everywhere who can't wait to speed it up. "If I Could Keep You Little" is a big delight.”

“An endearingly bittersweet book where parents who don’t want their babies to grow up too quickly, and yet, want to see their kids realize their dreams and experience life’s ups and downs.”

“It is a lovely and sweet children’s book, that any parent will be able relate to, and any children will enjoy.”

“This book spoke to my heart and I could relate.”

“If I Could Keep You Little is a great Children’s book that any mother can relate to.”

“If I Could Keep You Little… by Marianne Richmond is one of my favorite new books sitting on our bookshelves.”

“I recommend "If I Could Keep You Little..." as an excellent gift for any parent! It would make a great graduation gift for your child, a precious gift for a new baby or new parents, and the perfect gift for Mother's and Father's Day!”

“With beautiful illustrations throughout, If I Could Keep You Little, would make a great addition to any child's library.”

“A great book about the milestones children reach as they grow up and what most of us mommies what them to stay little.”

“I can see it becoming a favorite that you, the parent, will select as the bedtime story, from time to time, just so you can casually remind them just how much you cherish him or her.”

“Marianne Richmond does an excellent job of touching the hearts of children and their parents with the touching words and illustrations in If I Could Keep You Little.”

“I really love that this book puts into words what so many parents go through emotionally...watching their children grow up way too fast.”

“With whimsical illustrations and rhythmic poetry, If I Could Keep You Little... is sure to delight both parent and child.”

“This is sure to be a favorite with both parents and children, a rare trait to find in a children's book.”

“This book perfectly captures that inner struggle we as parents go through watching our kids grow up.”

“I would definitely recommend this amazing book as a wonderful gift idea that will be a treasured keepsake for your child.”

“It's a wonderful book and I strongly recommend it for any mom or dad.”

“This is a wonderful book that I think every family needs in their home library.”