Children's

The Slow Little Bear

by Odette Kovacs · Narrated by Simon Hartley · 1 hrs 8 min

★★★★☆ 3.8 · 1,742 ratings

Bedtime has never been this fun. A warm story with a clever twist your kid will want again tomorrow.

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Bedtime has never been this fun. A warm story with a clever twist your kid will want again tomorrow.

The Slow Little Bear is the kind of audiobook you press into a friend's hands and then ask about a week later. Odette Kovacs writes with real attention to detail, and the pacing carries you through to the final page.

“Generous, funny and wise.” The Lantern

Publisher	Tidewater Editions
Publication date	September 2026
Narrator	Simon Hartley
Length	1 hrs 8 min
Format	Unabridged audiobook (Digital download, Audio CD and Streaming available)
ISBN	978-1-86858-177-9
Genre	Children's
Language	English

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★★★★★ Absolutely loved it

I picked this up on a whim and finished it in two sittings. The Slow Little Bear is warm, sharp and beautifully paced.

Helen W. · May 4, 2026 · Verified buyer

★★★★☆ Stayed with me

I keep thinking about the ending. Odette Kovacs has a real gift for the small, true detail.

Marcus T. · Jul 25, 2026 · Verified buyer

★★★★☆ Worth every page

A thoughtful, well-crafted audiobook. The last third is the best thing I've read this year.

Marcus T. · Mar 25, 2026 · Verified buyer

Odette Kovacs

Duluth, MN

Odette Kovacs grew up in Duluth, MN and spent years as a ferry deckhand before turning to writing full time. Their work has appeared in The Paper Lantern and The Evening Ledger. They now live in Missoula, MT with too many houseplants.

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