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If I Were a Tiger
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If I Were a Tiger

A Picture Book

About the Book

A whimsical and playful rhyming picture book about a young boy who imagines himself as a tiger to overcome his fears—only to realize that he can trust in God.

Meet Tim Bone. He has a big imagination, and when it roams wild, he’s afraid of a lot of things. He's scared of the moon and the wailing typhoon, and he won't wear his sneakers because he fears hidden creatures. Tim's nervous at home, at school, and at play!
 
Fed up with being frightened, Tim comes up with a bold solution: He’s going to become a tiger so he can be fiercer than his fears! There’s just one problem: If he’s a tiger, he can’t be Tim. Could there be a better solution? What if Tim puts his trust in God—who made both boys and tigers—instead?

If I Were a Tiger invites kids of all ages to live in the comforting truth that no one has to carry their fears alone, and offers the reminder that God is only a prayer away. 
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Praise for If I Were a Tiger

“At the heart of this book is the message that God made us, loves us, and cares for us. It is an especially meaningful message for young boys who may have trouble with their fears. The illustrations by Nadya Bonten-Slenders are vibrant and lush, bringing your children into the story and making it come alive. Uplifting and encouraging, this book will help your children come to God in prayer and find their peace and comfort in Him.”—Aaron Lee, book reviewer at Dive In, Dig Deep
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If I Were a Tiger

Beyond the cave
of my cozy bed
there lies a world
that gives me dread. 

Shadows slip beneath the door
and pad along my creaking floor.
In the dark, they take on shapes
of tigers, bears, and hairy apes!

About the Author

Caroline Coleman
Caroline Coleman loves to write for all ages. She has a fiction MFA from Brooklyn College, an English degree from Princeton, and two law degrees she doesn’t use anymore. She is also the author of the novel Loving Soren. She lives in New York City with her family and is no longer afraid of the dark. More by Caroline Coleman
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About the Author

Nadya Bonten-Slenders
Nadya Bonten-Slenders has been drawing and writing ever since she was a little girl. As a freelance illustrator, she mostly focuses on painting commissions and the creation of whimsical animal prints. After the birth of her son, Luke, she found a great passion for picture books. Through her art and stories, she invites young children and their parents to visit a world of imagination through meeting her cute, whimsical, and adventurous characters. She lives in the Netherlands with her husband, son, and bunny. More by Nadya Bonten-Slenders
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