Katherine Applegate with Gennifer Choldenko

Wed, Sep 17 • 5:00 PM

Kepler's Books

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#1 New York Times bestselling author, Katherine Applegate, returns to Kepler's with Pocket Bear, her new stunning tale of kindness and second chances. Thimble-born from tip to toe, Pocket Bear was designed to fit into the pocket of a soldier's jacket during WWI, symbolizing love from home. Now, he serves as unofficial mayor of Second Chances Home for the Tossed and Treasured, where stuffed toy animals are refurbished and given new life. This unforgettable tale emphasizes bravery, loyalty, and kindness, reminding us that love comes in many forms and that second chances are always possible.

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