This is a cute ready about the consequences of lying. It reminded me of Pinocchio and his growing nose with every fib! The illustrations were colorful and interesting. I enjoyed the diversity of characters.

This is a cute story about how a small fib can spiral out of control.
It is a good lesson on why lying is bad and can get stressful. Keeping up with a lie can be hard work and hurt people.
The reason Pepe lied in the beginning was because he felt self conscious about the comic book he created over the summer. I do wish his confidence issue was addressed more.

The Fib is a cute monster and I'm glad Pepe found a creative way to keep him in the end.

"The Fib" is a beautiful story about how a small lie—or fib—may seem harmless at first, but can grow to hurt not only the person who tells it, but others as well. On show-and-tell day, Pepe doesn't have anything interesting to present to his class. So, he turns a ball of lint from his pocket into a pretend pet. With each lie he tells, the pet grows—eventually becoming so large that it threatens the students. Pepe soon realizes what a fib truly is, and how to make one disappear. The minimalist illustrations, with their focus on emotions and the changing size of the fib, make this book stand out. The dynamic between Pepe and the fib is the heart of the story—a charming and meaningful tale that readers of all ages will enjoy.

I loved Pedro Iniguez' story "The Fib," and so did my six year old! What magical way to teach children about how sometimes, little fibs can grow and grow, but the best way to make them disappear is by telling the truth. Delightful illustrations as well!

-Emily Bond

Thank you, Gloo Books, for providing me with this ARC. I read it with my children, and we absolutely loved the story. The plot, characters, and illustrations were perfectly crafted. I appreciate how the author took the concept and truly brought it to life. Highly recommend adding this to your library if you have little ones at home.

Pub Date Oct 07 2025

BLUF: "C" absolutely lives this story and has been requesting this every night!

(Full Review To Come!)

I absolutely loved the illustrations and the messaging behind this book! I feel as though it would be a great way to explain how damaging (and addictive) "fibbing" is. The personification of the fib was well done and super cute. The only thing I didn't love was that we didn't circle back to the comic he originally made and was too embarrassed to share with everyone because he felt as though it wasn't good enough. If I were teaching this book, I would make it a point to circle back with my class to make the point that a homemade comic would've been a great thing to share. In fact, let's make our own comics and pictures to share with our class. I might also have them draw a picture of what their fib would look like. Overall, I would recommend this for classroom use.

Ok I realllyyyy liked this!

The illustrations looked great, digital but almost crayon/chalk like. The Big Gib definitely looked scary and I know kids will love that.

And a nice little moral and lesson. Loved it!

The artwork and story in this book are both lovely--showing kids how easily lies get out of hand without coming across as preachy or as a very special episode kind of vibe. I'll read this one with my own daughter.

Beautiful art, creative idea, and an easy to follow story. I would purchase if I see it in store. My baby loved the bright colors, and I’m sure she’ll continue to enjoy different aspects of the book as she gets older.

Dark, clever, and deliciously unsettling 🔥🕵️‍♂️. The Fib promises a twisty, gripping mystery where truth and lies blur and every secret has consequences. Pedro Iniguez’s novel looks set to deliver intrigue, tension, and a plot full of jaw-dropping reveals. Perfect for fans of psychological thrillers that keep you guessing until the final page.

This gave me major Snagglegrollop vibes one of my all-time favorites. The Fib leans a little darker but in the best way. It’s playful, a bit chaotic, and full of imagination, all while offering the perfect launchpad for conversations about honesty, storytelling, and trust.

Pepe’s wild fib grows out of control, turning a harmless moment into a full-blown monster mess. The illustrations bring that creature to life with such flair you can’t help but smile even as the stakes rise. The humor softens the message but doesn’t water it down as this book makes it clear that fibs might feel small, but they can grow fast.

Great for classroom discussions, family read-alouds, and any kid who’s ever stretched the truth just a little. It’s clever, creative, and full of heart.

This was so entertaining and provided a great lesson for kids. I think this would work great as a readaloud for preschool and Kindergarten.

Recommend-O-Meter: Yes!

Right from the first page, I fell in love with the art style. The flat, stylistic shapes are so eye-catching and, in my view, really help the work stand out and stay memorable.

In terms of learning, this book is great at exploring and depicting the dangers of lying and does so in a very easily understandable way. I loved the way the author was able to help visualize how these lies can grow and spiral out of control.

It was a short but succinct story, and it made an impact on me even at my age. I would definitely use this work to teach kids important values!

Great message and we loved reading it together :) The artwork was great and i wouldn't hesitate to pick this up in the shop to add to our shelves

Love everything about this. The illustrations suit the story and pace so well. The exploration of how lies grow and how involuntary they can feel when we're young and just want things to be easier than they seem to be.

I received an ARC from Net Galley in exchange for a review. The illustrations were great and I loved the message behind the story. My husband also really liked it and said “I would totally buy this book.”

My daughter also liked it but couldn’t be bothered to tell me what she liked specifically. She eventually said she liked the pictures the best!

The Fib is a wonderful take on "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" plot. It's a humorous and thrilling to read how one little lie can spark such impending horror. The illustrations were dynamic. I loved the colors and the cast of characters. The way The Fib grew more scary was delightful, but especially when he returned to normal upon telling the truth. I think this is a go-to book for really imaginative kids who often tell little fibs that grow and grow and grow.
Thank you to the author, the publisher, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read The Fib in exchange for an honest review. I look forward to reading it often.

I could not love this book more. It is a great SEL book, and one that will definitely add to our library collection!! Kids will easily make connections to stories like The Gruffalo or Pinocchio, but it’s a fun book all in its own way. Also would be great for the beginning of the year when classes are establishing relationships and rules. The message is simple, clear, and important, and the illustrations are awesome

Such a lovely illustrated book with a fantastic message for younger readers. I really enjoyed the book and think it can really help support younger minds understand how even the smallest of fibs can grow.

The book follows a young boy whose lies get out of control causing him to create a monster called the fib! To save his class mates he must learn a valuable lesson. A fantastic read for all ages, it would definitely be helpful in a school setting whilst teaching the importance of honesty.