\u201cI am Ivan. I am a gorilla. It\u2019s not as easy as it looks.\u201d These are the opening lines to an amazing book by Katherine Applegate: The One and Only Ivan. This is a rare type of book\u2014it appeals to both boys and girls, to both younger kids and older kids, and even adults! The One and Only Ivan was also recently made into a movie. It\u2019s a powerful story of friendship, and will leave you feeling inspired. Also, listen until the end of the episode to hear who won Hook of a Book\u2019s very first giveaway!! If YOU have a book you want me to review on the show, you can email me at: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com. \n\n--- \n\nSend in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/Ellie-Mano/message