# Should You Be a River

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- Book: [Should You Be a River](https://www.bookquiver.com/ed-young/should-you-be-a-river) ([Should You Be a River.md](https://www.bookquiver.com/ed-young/should-you-be-a-river.md))
- Authors: [Ed Young](https://www.bookquiver.com/ed-young)
- Publisher: little_brown_young_readers_us
- ISBN: 978-03-1623-089-6
- Published: 2015-04-30
- Language: en_GB
- Binding: Hardcover

## Description

A book to treasure from Caldecott Medal winning illustrator Ed Young. How may ways can you think of to say " I love you"? This personally-inspired poem by an award-winning author and artist celebrates the trials and triumphs of unconditional love. Using an innovative mix of cut paper, photographs, and calligraphy, Should You Be a River takes the reader on a breathtaking journey and honors the universal statement: Should you need me, I will be there. This book is a gift to treasure and share with all loved ones--young and old alike