{"product_id":"a-hug-for-punch-based-on-the-true-story-of-a-little-monkey-and-his-beloved-stuffie-a-friendship-picture-book-hardcover","title":"A Hug for Punch: Based on the True Story of a Little Monkey and His Beloved Stuffie (a Friendship Picture Book) - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCaroline L. Perry\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAnoosha Syed\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe inspiring story of Punch, the tiny, orphaned monkey who has captured the hearts of millions around the world.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eViral social media sensation Punch and his beloved stuffed orangutan have captivated internet users worldwide. Now the heartwarming tale of his search for love and belonging is available for the first time as a picture book. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePunch is a baby macaque, eager to explore the world at the Ichikawa Zoo in Japan. But his mother can't take care of him, so it's up to the zookeepers to look after Punch. They give him a snuggly stuffed orangutan that he can hug and hold close. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhen it's time for Punch to join the other macaques on Monkey Mountain, Punch is scared, and the other monkeys aren't ready for him either. Time and again, he returns to the comfort of his \"Oran-mama.\" But Punch knows even the coziest stuffed animal isn't the same as a real-life friend. When will Punch finally find someone to hug him back? Here's the story of one brave little monkey who refuses to give up on love.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaroline is the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Corgi and the Queen\u003c\/i\u003e, which was selected as one of VOGUE Magazine's Best Gifts For Kids. She has also written \u003ci\u003eMessi's Magic\u003c\/i\u003e, a Junior Library Guild Gold Medal pick; \u003ci\u003eThe Memory Cake; \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eI Am Not Happy!\u003c\/i\u003e, which was a Kids' Indie Next List Pick. \u003ci\u003eI Am Not Grumpy! \u003c\/i\u003eis forthcoming. Caroline lives with her family in Los Angeles, California. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAnoosha Syed is an illustrator, author, and character designer for animation. She is the creator of \u003ci\u003eThat's Not My Name!\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLove in Every Language\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Salt Princess\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eLost Stick. \u003c\/i\u003eShe has also illustrated over forty books, including \u003ci\u003eBilal Cooks Daal \u003c\/i\u003eby Aisha Saeed and \u003ci\u003eRani's Remarkable Day \u003c\/i\u003eby Saadia Faruqi. You can visit Anoosha Syed at AnooshaSyed.com or follow her on Instagram and TikTok @AnooshaDraws.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 9.1 x 8.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 11, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53878623011123,"sku":"9798217394227","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/RPx69PcDNX9798217394227.webp?v=1787199834","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/a-hug-for-punch-based-on-the-true-story-of-a-little-monkey-and-his-beloved-stuffie-a-friendship-picture-book-hardcover","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}