Books like Daddy's zigzagging bedtime story by Alan Lawrence Sitomer
When Jake and Jenny grow tired of the same old books and stories, their father spins a fresh bedtime adventure. In this playful tale, a princess drives a monster truck into battle against aliens, aided by a cupcake‑baking unicorn. The story celebrates imagination, family bonding, and the magic of a father's storytelling at bedtime.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Alan Lawrence Sitomer
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