Ralphie Mix invents every excuse to delay his bedtime.  His perceptive mom, however, sees his stalling as an invitation to engage Ralphie in a silly series of hugs, kisses, pinches and pokes — all inspired by favorite animals and each leaving the twosome in a heap of giggles. A delightful story with jump-off-the-page artwork, "Fish Kisses and Gorilla Hugs" inspires a playful, endearing bedtime routine that leaves kids and grown-ups looking forward to tomorrow night. Launch date: Dec. 2006/Jan. 2007.
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