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After failing his mission through the jungle to find the “perfect friend”—a lonely little monkey realizes he can change his own fate by opening his heart to creatures who are different from himself.
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A little blue monkey lives all alone in the tree he’s never left.
But today is special— he’s decided to embark on a journey through the big, whimsical jungle to find a friend, and you can join in the adventure!

Who’s hiding in the trees? Who’s inside the mossy log? Who’s snoring on a branch? With every page, you’ll meet new animals—like a shy anteater, to a mysterious frog, a snoozing sloth, and even a glamorous toucan.

Each creature the little monkey stumbles upon turns out to be different than who he was hoping to find … so will he ever find a friend? That’s the big question!

This playful, colorful story invites YOU to look, guess, and laugh as the jungle comes to life—with a gentle message that the best of friends can sometimes be the people who we least expect.

Join the adventure and stumble upon mysterious jungle creatures to see if you can help The Lonely Little Monkey find a friend!

"The Lonely Little Monkey is a vibrant story that addresses the universal feeling of loneliness with gentle humor and stunning visuals. The artwork is definitely the star of this show. The character design is charming; the monkey, with his expressive eyes and fluffy blue coat, wears his emotions openly, making him an immediately sympathetic protagonist for children.

This is a story about the self-imposed limits of what we think friendship "should" look like. The monkey sets out to find a friend "just like him," and in doing so, nearly misses the beauty of the diverse world around him. The story gently guides children toward the realization that connection doesn't require sameness, which is a powerful lesson in inclusivity and open-mindedness.

For parents, this is a perfect bedtime read that opens a door to discussing feelings of isolation or anxiety about making new friends. Schools and libraries will find it a valuable resource for social-emotional learning curricula, particularly for discussions about diversity and community. Highly recommended."

- Deviant Quill Reviews, Netgalley Review

"Extremely vibrant, fun, and educative tale for kids about a lonely little monkey who goes searching for a friend like him in the jungle, encountering a range of animals. From the rhyming tale to the 'spot the animals' design of the colourful and creative illustrations - with some fun reveals - and a good underlying message about connection and community beyond similarities, The Lonely Little Monkey likely has a high degree of (re)readability for kids and grown-ups both. As the creator, Desoky showcases her writing and especially artistic skills in a very good read overall."

- Craig S, Author and Goodreads Reviewer

"The illustrations are vibrant, expressive, and full of personality. Each page feels alive, perfectly complementing the text and inviting children to linger over the details. I especially loved the high contrast between the print and the background, which makes the book accessible and easy to read aloud.
This book will be a fantastic addition to any primary classroom or home library!"

- Olivia W. Educator, Netgalley Review

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