An Amazon Best Book of the Month "Bartleby will win the hearts of children and grownups alike." -- Booklist , starred review " [A] clever picture book. a compassionate work that offers a thoughtful message of acceptance." -- Publisher's Weekly , starred review "An endearing picture book where agency and self-expression go hand in hand." -- School Library Journal , starred review "Refreshing.A welcome celebration of independence and differences in temperament." -- Horn Book , starred review " Bartleby offers a gentle tribute to students who live just outside the circle, reminding readers that belonging can take more than one shape." -- Shelf Awareness , starred review ""[Phelan's] picture books have a simple sweetness to them, and his latest is no different, with spare inked lines and delicate watercolor.

the story is lovely." -- The New York Times "Utterly charming." -- Kirkus "S hows that it's okay to have boundaries but also fun to participate in your own special way." -- BCCB.