Jez Alborough was a runner-up for the Mother Goose Award in 1985. "Hug" was shortlisted for the Children's Book of the Year Award at the 2001 Nibbies and won the Norfolk Children's Book Award.

A tiny chimp invokes the universal language, uniting his friends in a group hug to end all group hugs. Just try to resist Jez Alborough's latest charmer!

Ever feel like you need a hug? A really big hug from someone who loves you? That's how Bobo, the little chimp in this book, feels. Walking through the jungle he passes lots of creatures enjoying a cuddle together: elephants, chameleons, lions, giraffes, hippos – even the snakes have got someone special to squeeze. But poor Bobo is alone. Will he ever find the hug he needs? Using only the single word "hug" throughout the book, this simple, endearing story is told through Jez Alborough's gorgeous, detailed artwork.

"Beautifully illustrated story of a baby chimp looking for love. A must for the very young. Almost wordless, the expressions tell their own story. Heartwarming." - Sunday Mirror

"A fantastic picture book." - Baby & You

"A book for anyone who has ever felt they needed a hug." - The Guardian