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PB story coach. Dennis wrangler. Wolf enthusiast. THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK: http://tiny.cc/4ffh001 (Nov 11, 2025)
THE BOOK OF RULES: http://tinyurl.com/3un9f263
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BrianGehrlein @briangehrlein.bsky.social · Apr 23
Cover Reveal: THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK

Illustrator @jennharknee.bsky.social and I talk shop & all about the book in a video interview! Can't wait for everyone to meet Owl & Bear on November 11! 🤩
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That’s a wrap! What a DAY! Congratulations, @jennharknee.bsky.social we got a great book! 🥰
November 12, 2025 at 4:13 AM
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It's a BookPage (and second!) star for THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK written by Brian Gehrlein, illustrated by Jennifer Harney!

🌟 “A sweet, friendship-affirming, humorously told, wonderfully illustrated tale.” 🌟

Read the full review here

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“A sweet, friendship-affirming . . . humorously told, wonderfully illustrated tale that reminds readers of all ages it’s okay to balance doing what needs to be done with having lots of fun.” - a starred review from BookPage for THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK
November 11, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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It’s official! This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book is published! Woo hoo! 🥰🐻🎵🎶#ThisIsNotaSleepyBearBook @briangehrlein.bsky.social
November 11, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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Happy Book Birthday, @jennharknee.bsky.social we did it!!

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November 11, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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Tried to hibernate. Failed.
THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK launches TOMORROW!
Set three alarms just in case... This is no time to sleep!
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Huge shoutout to my super-talented editor,
@briangehrlein.bsky.social

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#ThisIsNotASleepyBearBook #pb #BookLaunch
Tried to hibernate. Failed. THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK launches TOMORROW! Set three alarms just in case... This is no time to sleep! ⏰⏰⏰ Huge shoutout to my super-talented editor, @briangehrlein.bsky.social Full #BookReview: https://andreakoehlejones.com/2025/11/10/book-review-by-childrens-author-andrea-koehle-jones/ #ThisIsNotASleepyBearBook #BookLaunch “Written with wit, warmth, and hilarious charm, Brian’s words pair perfectly with Jennifer’s calming and grounding earth-toned art. She beautifully balances the quiet hush of the woods with the joyful, party-fueled chaos inside Bear’s den. Together, they offer something especially meaningful for children growing up in a digital world—a gentle invitation to slow down, look closely, and feel the laughter and warmth of the forest. Gehrlein and Harney create pure read-aloud magic—perfect for bedtime, storytime, or any moment that calls for laughter.” — Andrea Koehle Jones, Children’s Book Author and Environmental Education Advocate
November 10, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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Only 1 DAY until publishing day for This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book! So get ready to go deep in the woods and enjoy the shenanigans! 🥰🐻🦉🎵🎶 #ThisIsNotaSleepyBearBook
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November 10, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Huge congrats to @briangehrlein.bsky.social & @jennharknee.bsky.social on their starred review for THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK. Publishes tomorrow! 🎉✨🎉 #kidlit
Starred review for THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK
November 10, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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It's a Kirkus star for THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK written by Brian Gehrlein, illustrated by Jennifer Harney!

🌟 “A standout read-aloud that definitely will not put readers to sleep.” 🌟

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“The zany humor of the story resolves with almost surprising tenderness and lessons about friendship and flexibility. A standout read-aloud that definitely will not put readers to sleep.” - a Kirkus starred review for This Is Not A Sleepy Bear Book!
November 10, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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@briangehrlein.bsky.social has a book publishing tomorrow! THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK comes out on Tuesday, November 11th, 2025! #ThisIsNotaSleepyBearBook
This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book
The classic "bear hibernation" story is turned on its head in this hilarious read-aloud full of surprises, perfect for a cozy winter read and story time year...
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November 10, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Can't believe it's happening tomorrow!
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November 10, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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TOMORROW!!!
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November 10, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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ONLY 2 DAYS until This amazing book comes into the world! Woo hoo! I can "bearly" wait! 🥰 🐻🦉🎵🎶#ThisIsNotaSleepyBearBook
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November 9, 2025 at 10:19 PM
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It's almost here! Congratulations to @briangehrlein.bsky.social and @jennharknee.bsky.social -- this is such a fun read-aloud! #ThisIsNotASleepyBearBook
November 9, 2025 at 12:29 AM
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There are only 3 DAYS LEFT until publishing day for This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book! You are going to LOVE the shenanigans! 🥰🐻🦉🎵🎶 #ThisIsNotaSleepyBearBook
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November 8, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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It’s coming in 3-2-1 days! THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK by author @briangehrlein.bsky.social will be out in the wild November 11th! Get yourselves a copy. Owl bet you’ll love it! 🦉🐻💤🐍 #Thisisnotasleepybearbook
November 8, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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A hilarious new #PB by @briangehrlein.bsky.social #Thisisnotasleepybearbook patricianozell.com/2025/11/07/p...
PPBF – This is NOT a Sleepy Bear Book
Anyone looking for a fresh take on bedtime reading need look no further. I’ve found the Perfect Picture Book for you. Title: This is NOT a Sleepy Bear Book Written By: Brian Gehrlein Illustrated By…
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November 7, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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It's less than one week at this point, but the graphic is still adorable! Please look out for THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK on shelves near you 11/11/25. @briangehrlein.bsky.social wrote the book and he's a friend of the blog! Way to go, Brian! #ThisIsNotASleepyBearBook
November 7, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Just made it out. To post this video.
November 7, 2025 at 3:48 AM
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It's less than a week away until This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book comes into the world on November 11th! Woo hoo! 🥰🐻🦉🎵🎶#ThisIsNotaSleepyBearBook
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November 6, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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I can "bearly" wait, there's less than one week until This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book comes into the world. Both children and adults are going to LOVE this book! I know I do! 🥰🐻🦉#ThisIsNotaSleepyBearBook
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November 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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So funny I can “bearly” stand it! 🤣 You don’t have to find this book in the woods, you can pre-order it! 🥰🐻🦉🪾#ThisIsNotaSleepyBearBook @briangehrlein.bsky.social
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The lengths we go to find a good book… @jennharknee.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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The time change has made me a sleepy bear this week, but next week will be different! I'll be wide awake giggling at This Is Not A Sleepy Bear Book! Can't wait. Get a copy and giggle with me!

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Cover of children's book with a smiling bear and an owl with a book in bed under teal covers. Another bear extends above the cover looking down while a third looks up yawning. Words say coming Nov 11. Little Brown Young Readers logo.
November 5, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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My kids ADORE their new book and it’s already a “read it again” book in our house!!! @briangehrlein.bsky.social
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November 5, 2025 at 3:22 AM
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Absolutely delighted to have an early copy of #thisisnotasleepybearbook by @briangehrlein.bsky.social & @jennharknee.bsky.social . 🦉🐻🤎

This is a hilarious book for readers of all ages -- especially those who might [NOT] need help getting to sleep! 🎉

#kidlit 📚👍
Cover of THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK shown in my classroom library
November 4, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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The lengths we go to find a good book… @jennharknee.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 11:09 PM