“There is a tugboat, and his name is Bill…”

Together, Bill the tugboat and Mabel the barge go up and down the

smooth

choppy

blue

gray

swift

and sluggish river.

But when a kitten falls in the water, it’s up to Bill and Mabel to save the day!

Fans of Little Tug and Chugga-Chugga Choo-Choo will love this lyrical, heartwarming story by Calista Brill, brought to life by Tad Carpenter’s bright and lively illustrations. Perfect for readers who can’t get enough of things that GO!

“Sure to be a favorite with young listeners, this warm and comforting selection, eminently suitable for bedtime or laptime reading, has the feeling of a classic to be savored….An old-fashioned story with timeless appeal.” —Kirkus Reviews