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I’ve been dreaming about visiting Paris someday, so I thought we could all dream together with some picture books set in the City of Light, each with its own special flair.

Come see!

 

Tricky Vic: The Impossibly True Story of The Man Who Sold The Eiffel Tower by Greg Pizzoli.

Just out this spring, Tricky Vic is a non-fiction book like no other. Instead of profiling an inspirational hero, this one tells the story of a con artist. And it’s very entertaining! And while not set entirely in Paris, the main episode referred to in the title takes place there—Vic’s attempt to sell the Eiffel Tower to someone in order to tear it down. Twice. (I’m giving away a copy if you scroll down. Woo hoo!)

 

Madame Martine by Sarah S. Brannen.

I’ll just go ahead and tell you I love this book. It’s about a woman who is used to her routine but is inspired to change because of a stray dog. And the payoff is pretty wonderful. Sunset at the top of the Eiffel Tower wonderful.  (I’m giving away a copy of this gem as well!)

 

Come With Me to Paris by Gloria Fowler, illustrated by Min Heo.

A rhyming romp through the sights of the city. So graphic, colorful, and charming!

 

A Walk in Paris by Salvatore Rubbino.

This one shows the landmarks of Paris as well, but with a girl’s grandfather as guide. So sweet.

 

 

Paris Chien by Jackie Clark Mancuso.

Hudson the expat dog narrates this charmer as he makes his way in Paris for the first time. And there’s a follow-up book just out in which Hudson travels to Provence!

 

This is Paris by M. Sasek.

A perfect historical portrait of Paris in the 60s. (See my post on This Is Hong Kong in the series too.)

 

 An Armadillo in Paris by Julie Kraulis.

This one reads as travel diary, penned by an armadillo! It also sees the sights, but at its heart is a mystery about The Iron Lady’s identity.

 

The Secret Circus by Johanna Wright.

Mice have a turn this time, traveling via tiny hot air balloon to a secret show, tucked away in Paris. Charming, magical, still, and satisfying.

 

A Lion in Paris by Beatrice Alemagna.

This is one you get for the mixed media artwork, which is wow! And more to distinguish it? The book is oriented vertically, giving us a fresh perspective.

 

Ooh-lala, Max in Love by Maira Kalman.

Because, Maira Kalman, right? And a second dog in Paris book. And it is so so so sophisticated and loads of fun.

 

Enter below for a chance to win a copy of Tricky Vic & Madame Martine! Two very different Eiffel Tower-centric picture books set in Paris to one lucky winner! 
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