XO, OX: A Love Story

Using the medium of written letters, a simple ox professes his love for the glamorous gazelle who thinks she doesn't like him. Or does she? Confidence and perseverance win the day in this picture book with a humorous style early elementary school readers can appreciate." - Seira Wilson, Amazon Editor Dear Gazelle, For some time now I have wanted to write a letter to say how much I admire you. You are so graceful and fine. Even when you are running from tigers you are like a ballerina who is running away from tigers. I think that what I'm trying to say is that I love you. XO, OX And so begins an epic, if initially unrequited, love affair between a graceful gazelle and a clumsy, hapless ox. Romance will never be the same. Adam Rex's hilarious, sweet, and at times heartbreaking letters between a hopelessly romantic ox and a conceited, beautiful gazelle are paired perfectly with Scott Campbell's joyful illustrations to bring you a romance for the ages. A Neal Porter Book