“In this tale of sled-riding friends, Alexandra Boiger, successfully captures the Olympic spirit. Max and Marla is a story about persistence in pursuing goals and sends a positive message that true Olympians never give up to readers of any age.”

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Max and Marla

Written and Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger

Hardcover, Picture Book
Publisher: G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers
Publication Date: October 2015
G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers
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“Boiger’s story is graceful, and her limited-palette watercolor illustrations in well-designed combinations…effectively keep readers’ attention on the story. …A fun-filled story that delivers the true nature of the Olympian spirit.”

– Kirkus Reviews

“Boiger’s watercolor-and-ink illustrations carry a sweetness of expression and make use of an icy palette…Many little lessons are imparted in Boiger’s debut, but its mantra remains, ‘True Olympians never give up.’”

– Booklist

“A humorous addition to winter tales and a good story about persistence in pursuing goals.”

– School Library Journal

“Boiger excels at closely observed, affectionate details, like Max carrying a snoozing Marla to bed, or the friends stringing donuts on ribbons to serve as Olympic medals.”

– Publishers Weekly