A #1New York Timesbestseller and a #1 Indie bestseller!"Good dog Bob. Great to have a best friend.”—Danny DeVitoReturn to the unforgettable world of the Newbery Medal-winning and #1New York Timesbestselling novelThe One and Only Ivanin this incredible sequel, starring Ivan’s friend Bob! Catch up with these beloved friends before you see the star-studded film adaptation ofThe One and Only Ivan, now available on Disney+!Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best friends, Ivan and Ruby. As a hurricane approaches and time is running out, Bob finds courage he never knew he had and learns the true meaning of friendship and family.Bob, Ivan, and Ruby have touched the hearts of millions of readers, and their story isn’t over yet. Catch up with these beloved friends before the star-studded film adaptation ofThe One and Only Ivanhits theaters in August 2020!One and Only Bobis an instant #1New York Timesbestseller, embraced by new and old fans of Katherine Applegate's belovedOne and Only Ivan.Great for summer reading or anytime! ATodayshow pick for “25 children’s books your kids and teens won’t be able to put down this summer!"In the tradition of timeless stories likeCharlotte's WebandStuart Little, Katherine Applegate blends humor and poignancy to create an unforgettable story of friendship, family, and hope.The One and Only Bobfeatures first-person narrative; author's use of literary devices (personification, imagery); and story elements (plot, character development, perspective).This acclaimed middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 8, for independent reading, homeschooling, and sharing in the classroom.