Brooke Boynton-Hughes,
Brooke Boynton-Hughes (Illustrated by)
Oct 20, 2026
Hardcover Picture Book
Juvenile Fiction / Family / Siblings / Imagination & Play / Social Themes / Emotions & Feelings
Ages 4 to 8
A comforting picture book that navigates the obstacles and joys of imagination, sisterhood, and togetherness.
If I had a boat . . .
I could get some peace and quiet.
When the frustrations of being an older sibling feel overwhelming, a young child dreams of sailing far away. The kid yearns to explore the deep, dark sea and discover an unmapped land where no one will ever find them. But the uncharted ocean can be scary . . . and sometimes you need a little sibling to help unfurl your sails.
If I had a boat . . .
I guess you could come, too.
With stunning art from author-illustrator Brooke Boynton-Hughes, here is a comforting picture book that navigates the obstacles and joys of imagination, siblinghood, and togetherness, while celebrating the wisdom of finding a little space for you.
When the frustrations of being an older sibling feel overwhelming, a young child dreams of sailing far away. The kid yearns to explore the deep, dark sea and discover an unmapped land where no one will ever find them. But the uncharted ocean can be scary . . . and sometimes you need a little sibling to help unfurl your sails.
If I had a boat . . .
I guess you could come, too.
With stunning art from author-illustrator Brooke Boynton-Hughes, here is a comforting picture book that navigates the obstacles and joys of imagination, siblinghood, and togetherness, while celebrating the wisdom of finding a little space for you.
