Marvin loves his job. He has never missed a day of work. Sometimes his friends play jokes to pass the time. Sometimes the jokes are on Marvin.

Then, one day, Marvin isnt where he usually is. Where is Marvin?

Sue deGennaro’s picture book Missing Marvin has won this year’s Children’s Peace Literature Award.

Convener of the judging panel Kate Prescott described Missing Marvin as a funny and gentle picture book showing how to address bullying and conflict in a peaceful way.