When we think children are alone, left to themselves, they are never truly alone. Everything becomes a subject of discovery and play. “Paul is Not Always Alone” by Éric Sautou introduces readers to the dreamy world of a little boy named Paul. He befriends Gaspar, a bird that cannot fly, Kélia the bear, and Clarisse the whale. But there is also the poetry of passing days and phrases spoken by adults that resonate in children’s ears. And Paul, who saw the sky one evening and wonders about the stars…
Through Sautou’s whimsical prose, every little thing from daily life is rendered with poetic grace, just as seen through the eyes of children. The tender softness of Kotimi’s illustrations provides an accessible and enchanting entry into the world of poetry for the youngest audience.
