Title: A Forest, A Family, A Harbor, A Home | Author & Illustrator: Nikki McClure | Genre: Picture Book | Publisher: Norton Young Readers (2026) | ISBN: 978-1324125105
Publisher’s Book Summary: Gorgeously handcrafted, rooted in the nature and landscape of the Northwest, and threaded with the experience of child- and parenthood, A Forest, A Family, A Harbor, A Home is a rich and deeply felt meditation on the intimacy of home, the wonder of the world, and the magic of discovery.
My Thoughts: In this stunning picture book, the concept of home is explored through a sensory experience full of bold colors, atmosphere and emotion. Written in second person point of view, the lyrical text follows a child discovering the beauty of the surroundings that we call home. From the scent of trees to the warm smile of a loved one, readers begin to feel what home really is through every page turn. The artwork — a combination of paint, ink, washi paper and paper cutting — all in a limited color palette, is striking and wholly-unique.
Inspired by the Pacific Northwest, where I was born and raised, A Forest, A Family, A Harbor, A Home is a beautiful collection of images and words that remind us all what a home can be.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR-ILLUSTRATOR
Nikki McClure is a papercut artist and children’s book creator based in Olympia, Washington. She has illustrated numerous books, including the Washington State Book Awards Finalist Old Wood Boat and Rachel Carson’s About the Sky, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book.
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https://www.nikkimcclure.com/ | Instagram
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Disclosure: A sincere thank you to the author for a review copy of the book read in partnership with The Children’s Book Review. The review and opinions expressed in this post are based on my personal views.
