The Velveteen Rabbit

The Collectible Leather Edition

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

Price: $29.99

On Sale: 2/3/2026

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The Velveteen Rabbit

The Collectible Leather Edition

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

Price: $29.99

On Sale: 2/3/2026

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 gorgeous, leather-bound edition of the children’s classic, 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 imitation leather collectable edition includes:

  • A beautifully designed leather-bound package,
  • Is perfect for toddlers or children during bedtime reading or quiet time,
  • Is the original story published in 1922 by author Margery Williams,
  • Has three times as many illustrations as the originally published work,
  • Lavish illustrations by renowned New York Times #1 bestselling artist Charles Santore,
  • 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 Aesop Fables, The Night Before Christmas, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and more!

Product Details

ISBN: 9781400355372
Imprint: Applesauce Press
On Sale: Feb 3, 2026
List price: $29.99
No of pages: 48
Trim Size: 6.600 in (w) x 9.030 in (h) x 1.400 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 gorgeous, leather-bound edition of the children’s classic, 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 imitation leather collectable edition includes:

  • A beautifully designed leather-bound package,
  • Is perfect for toddlers or children during bedtime reading or quiet time,
  • Is the original story published in 1922 by author Margery Williams,
  • Has three times as many illustrations as the originally published work,
  • Lavish illustrations by renowned New York Times #1 bestselling artist Charles Santore,
  • 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 Aesop Fables, The Night Before Christmas, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and more!

Product Details

ISBN: 9781400355372
Imprint: Applesauce Press
On Sale: Feb 3, 2026
List price: $29.99
No of pages: 48
Trim Size: 6.600 in (w) x 9.030 in (h) x 1.400 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.