Hug For You: The heart-warming story of Adam King's Virtual Hug

Adam King's Virtual Hug, a heart-shaped sign he carried during the COVID-19 pandemic to help him stay connected to his teacher, is the Children's Book of the Year 2021. It tells the story of a little boy with a big idea that spread warmth and connection to people all over the world.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 04 November 2021
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

The story of a new hug's adventure and the boy who shared it with the world is captivating. Adam King stole the hearts of the nation with his Virtual Hug, a heart-shaped sign he carried during the COVID-19 pandemic to help him stay connected to his teacher while learning from home. He also took it to his regular hospital appointments to show his doctors, nurses, and care staff that he was still giving them a hug, just in a different way. This picture book, inspired by true events, tells the story of one little boy with a big idea that came straight from the heart. The virtual hug makes its way onto mugs, postage stamps, and even outer space, spreading warmth and connection to people all over the world.

A gorgeous, moving book, Irish Times, a genuine ray of light, 2FM Breakfast.

Weight: 428g
Dimension: 228 x 287 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781844885855