DRAG AND REX by Susan Lubner, illustrated by Blythe Russo

1: FOREVER FRIENDS

2023 Kirkus Reviews Best Book

2025-2026 Louisiana Readers’ Choice Award nominee

★ “[An] appealing, humorous charmer, the first in a winning new series about a pair of endearing BFFs. . . . Young readers will be delighted by these two and will clamor to join them for forthcoming adventures. The cozy, lively illustrations portray Rex and Drag’s tight bond.” —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

“Approachable for young chapter-book readers.” —The Horn Book

“The gentle action and silly escapades are just right for youngsters, who will have no trouble following these friendship stories. . . A promising start to a sweet new series.” —Booklist

“While the drama is low, the sweetness of their friendship is off the charts and the humor is delightful. . . . Beginning chapter book readers or any reader, for that matter, will be anxiously awaiting Drag and Rex’s next book.” —The Bulletin

Rights Sold: Audio

2: SWEET AND SILLY

★ “Drag and Rex are extremely charming, endearing characters whom anyone would want to have as pals, and kids will delight in joining them on their new adventures. The colorful, dynamic illustrations illuminate the friends’ warm, cozy relationship. Children will eagerly await these friends’ next riotous antics.” —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

Rights Sold: Audio