“rovides a unique intro to the differences between myths and reality for little learners.” - Teacher Librarian Sure to be a favourite among fantasy fans and those contemplating what their perfect pet might be-mythical or otherwise!” - CM Magazine 'The humorous storyline, the strong rhyming scheme, and the bold illustrations by Cale Atkinson make If I Had a Gryphon a marvellous addition to the picture book genre. “he whimsical, rhyming story of a girl’s desire for the perfect pet is a fun and fabulous examination of being careful what you wish for and happy with what you have.” - Quill & Quire

“VanSickle’s rhymes are unflaggingly exuberant as the girl puts up with noisy harpies, biting chupacabras, and mischievous fairies, and Atkinson fills the pages with visual comedy.” - Publishers Weekly VanSickle delivers lean, bouncy verse and an impressive array of offbeat creatures, while Atkinson's illustrations are bold and hint at dynamic motion.' - Kirkus Reviews One of CCBC’S Best Books for Kids & Teens (Spring 2019) One of Book Riot's 38 Children’s Book Gift Ideas for Clueless Grown-Ups, 2018 Follow the links below to enter.One of Book Riot's 50 Must-Read Fantasy Books for Kids, 2018 Needless to say, I’m as happy as a hippogriff in a dog park! You can enter to win a free copy over at Goodreads. “ VanSickle’s rhymes are unflaggingly exuberant as the girl puts up with noisy harpies, biting chupacabras, and mischievous fairies, and Atkinson fills the pages with visual comedy. “ VanSickle delivers lean, bouncy verse a nd an impressive array of offbeat creatures, while Atkinson’s illustrations are bold and hint at dynamic motion.brisk and bright. “ Kirkus Reviews Sure to be a favourite among fantasy fans and those contemplating what their perfect pet might be-mythical or otherwise! ” CM Magazine

The humorous storyline, the strong rhyming scheme, and the bold illustrations by Cale Atkinson make If I Had a Gryphon a marvellous addition to the picture book genre. “ Vikki VanSickle’s first picture book is an outstanding success. Here are what people are saying about the book, illustrated by fellow Canuck Cale Atkinson ( To The Sea): In this primer on magical pet care, Sam deliberates the pros and cons of raising a series of fantastic beasts, including unicorns, gryphons, krakens, hippogriffs and many more! We are a month away from the release of my first picture book, If I Had a Gryphon(Tundra Books, February 9/16).

If I Had a Gryphon by Vikki VanSickle