Frog and Toad are Doing Their Best by Jennie Egerdie

At home, at work, and out in our ever-changing world, we’re all just doing our best. In this delightfully clever parody, Frog and Toad are here to commiserate—and lend some much-needed laughter.

Full of wry humor and deep compassion for our modern vulnerabilities, the stories in Frog and Toad Are Doing Their Best perfectly capture the heartwarming authenticity of Lobel’s famous amphibian friends while revealing razor-sharp truths about the world we live in today. Through Frog and Toad, we see the anxieties woven throughout our everyday existence—from our well-meaning but often-failed attempts at practicing self-care to our struggle to balance the gifts and burdens of technology.

Toad ponders a variety of questionable schemes to pay off his credit cards. Frog spends too much time scrolling through the newsfeed on his phone. They navigate the perils of online shopping, the guilt of canceled plans, and the existential dread that accompanies Sunday evenings. But despite their daily frustrations and existential concerns, they know that having a friend to share life’s burdens makes even the darkest days brighter.

Jennie Egerdie’s affectionate parody is the perfect bedtime companion for trying times—a book that understands our struggles, validates our feelings, and reminds us that we’re not alone in this messy, complicated, beautiful life. Whether you’re dealing with inbox anxiety or simply trying to get through another day, Frog and Toad get it. And they’re here for you.

Curl up with this gem on a rainy Ogunquit afternoon. Your anxious heart will thank you.

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