A glass of water, a fan whirring gently, a story, and a song. Close your eyes. Time to sleep. Every bedtime needs a routine. That’s the best way to get a good night’s sleep. But what if it doesn’t work for the monster under your bed? How do you help it fall asleep? Join one little girl determined to help her monster with a special—monster-size!—version of her nightly ritual. Deceptively simple text skillfully captures the comfort young children take in routine, while colorful artwork—full of subtle detail—subverts our expectations, turning the monster into a friend and coconspirator. Kerilynn Wilson’s imaginative take on evergreen themes makes A Monstrous Bedtime a must-have for every bedtime. For fans of Good Night, Gorilla and Sleep Like a Tiger.