{"product_id":"ping-9780316424646","title":"Ping","description":"\u003cb\u003eWith the visual ingenuity of \u003ci\u003ePress Here\u003c\/i\u003e and the emotional resonance of \u003ci\u003eWhat Do You Do with a Problem?\u003c\/i\u003e, this wise and timely book about the fragile art of personal connection will strike a chord with children and adults alike.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn the era of social media, communication feels both more anxiety-producing, and more inescapable, than ever before. This clever, comforting picture book debut explores the challenges and joys of self-expression and social connection. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUsing an imaginative visual metaphor to bring to life how we send out (\u003ci\u003eping \u003c\/i\u003e) and receive (\u003ci\u003epong \u003c\/i\u003e) communications, Ani Castillo's words and pictures will empower and inspire anyone who has experienced the fear of sharing themselves with the world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith an artful, accessible package, an eloquent message, and a lot of heart, here is a new classic to bring courage and comfort to humans of all ages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAni Castillo is a cartoonist, illustrator, and teacher who was born in Guadalajara, Mexico and now lives in Canada. She is on Instagram at www.instagram.com\/anicastillo.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Little, Brown Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50725291327762,"sku":"9780316424646","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_8cddb914-8e0c-4ffc-89d0-9d08770b1f06.jpg?v=1734823807","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/ping-9780316424646","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}