Seven Babies -- Forest Xiao, Hardcover

The cuteness meter is off the charts in this sweet and funny story from an exciting new picture-book talent, celebrating the chaos and joy that babies bring to our days.

One Thursday morning, a box of babies arrived at this door.

What do you do when a box of seven irresistibly plump babies appears on your doorstep? Do you invite them in? Of course you do! But seven babies turn out to be a lot of work: feeding, changing, wrangling, entertaining, bathing, so much laundry . . . Good thing babies love watching the washing machine spin around and around! Filled with the most adorable, relatable, and perfectly round-headed babies ever to grace a picture book, Forest Xiao's celebration of the mess and the marvel of a new arrival is an ideal gift for little ones and anyone who loves them.

Author: Forest Xiao
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 09/02/2025
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
ISBN: 9781536245097
Audience: Baby-Preschool

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 06/01/2025
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 07/01/2025

About the Author
Forest Xiao is an image maker, storyteller, treasure finder, and new mother who has lived in China, Germany, the US, the UK, and Malaysia, an experience that has nourished her open heart and free spirit. She aspires to create books that are life-giving, convey a sense of wonder, and spark humor. Since receiving a master's in children's book illustration from Cambridge School of Art in the UK, she has received several accolades, including being a 2023 Bologna Illustrators Exhibition winner. She lives in England.