The Velveteen Rabbit

A Press & Play Storybook

By Margery Williams Bianco, Illustrated by Charles Santore, Narrated by Jeff Bridges

Price: $29.99

On Sale: 1/13/2026

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The Velveteen Rabbit

A Press & Play Storybook

By Margery Williams Bianco, Illustrated by Charles Santore, Narrated by Jeff Bridges

Price: $29.99

On Sale: 1/13/2026

About the Book

The beloved story of The Velveteen Rabbit, the stuffed animal made real by the love of a boy, has captured our imaginations for generations. In this press and play edition of the children’s classic featuring audio narration by Jeff Bridges, re-experience the timeless tale of boundless love and the magical transformation it has on our hearts.

For nearly a century, this wondrous tale of unconditional love and nursery magic has charmed both children and adults alike as they begin to believe that a velveteen rabbit toy truly can become real. Perfect for young readers ages 1–7, this cherished tale of love and redemption will quickly become a family tradition.

This heirloom edition of The Velveteen Rabbit, or How Toys Become Real features:

  • A beautifully designed hardcover with press and play audio
  • Updated soundboard technology to hear Academy Award-winner Jeff Bridges narrate the story
  • Illustrations by renowned, New York Times #1 best-selling artist Charles Santore

The timeless tale of The Velveteen Rabbit:

  • Is perfect for toddlers or children during bedtime reading or quiet time
  • Has three times as many illustrations as the originally published work
  • Makes a wonderful Easter basket stuffer or gift for holidays, baby showers, and birthdays

Create a family tradition with this wonderful volume and make memories your children will cherish for years.

Charles Santore’s works has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including The Little Mermaid, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.

Product Details

ISBN: 9781400353392
Imprint: Applesauce Press
On Sale: Jan 13, 2026
List price: $29.99
No of pages: 48
Trim Size: 9.600 in (w) x 12.900 in (h) x 0.850 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Classics
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / Easter & Lent
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Rabbits

Margery Williams Bianco

Biography

Margery Williams Bianco was an English-American author, primarily of popular children's books. A professional writer since the age of nineteen, she achieved lasting fame at forty-one with the 1922 publication of the classic that is her best-known work, The Velveteen Rabbit.

Jeff Bridges

Charles Santore

Biography

The work of New York Times bestselling children’s book illustrator Charles Santore has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including The Little Mermaid, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.

About the Book

The beloved story of The Velveteen Rabbit, the stuffed animal made real by the love of a boy, has captured our imaginations for generations. In this press and play edition of the children’s classic featuring audio narration by Jeff Bridges, re-experience the timeless tale of boundless love and the magical transformation it has on our hearts.

For nearly a century, this wondrous tale of unconditional love and nursery magic has charmed both children and adults alike as they begin to believe that a velveteen rabbit toy truly can become real. Perfect for young readers ages 1–7, this cherished tale of love and redemption will quickly become a family tradition.

This heirloom edition of The Velveteen Rabbit, or How Toys Become Real features:

  • A beautifully designed hardcover with press and play audio
  • Updated soundboard technology to hear Academy Award-winner Jeff Bridges narrate the story
  • Illustrations by renowned, New York Times #1 best-selling artist Charles Santore

The timeless tale of The Velveteen Rabbit:

  • Is perfect for toddlers or children during bedtime reading or quiet time
  • Has three times as many illustrations as the originally published work
  • Makes a wonderful Easter basket stuffer or gift for holidays, baby showers, and birthdays

Create a family tradition with this wonderful volume and make memories your children will cherish for years.

Charles Santore’s works has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including The Little Mermaid, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.

Product Details

ISBN: 9781400353392
Imprint: Applesauce Press
On Sale: Jan 13, 2026
List price: $29.99
No of pages: 48
Trim Size: 9.600 in (w) x 12.900 in (h) x 0.850 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Classics
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / Easter & Lent
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Rabbits

Margery Williams Bianco

Biography

Margery Williams Bianco was an English-American author, primarily of popular children's books. A professional writer since the age of nineteen, she achieved lasting fame at forty-one with the 1922 publication of the classic that is her best-known work, The Velveteen Rabbit.

Jeff Bridges

Charles Santore

Biography

The work of New York Times bestselling children’s book illustrator Charles Santore has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including The Little Mermaid, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.