Books like But Names Will Never Hurt Me by Bernard Waber
Set in a whimsical world, the narrative follows Alison Wonderland as she explores how her name came to be and the lessons she learns about identity and acceptance. A quiet, reflective story that invites young readers to consider the power of names and self‑definition.
First publish date: 1976
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Bernard Waber
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