The erstwhile Laureate's latest Christmas miniature: a horse walks into a bar where an owl is pulling a pint. Duffy conjures a peaceable kingdom. For all ages from about 6.
Oscar wakes up one morning to find his parents gone and a shapeshifting lion installed as his babysitter. Adventure awaits, along with deeper themes of loss. For readers aged 7+.
Britain is at war and the government has a secret weapon: child spies. Enter Robin Stevens' second generation of unladylike sleuths, now on the trail of an errant corpse. Ages 8-12.
Clever mice, cunning crocodiles, loquacious tortoises: many of the stories from the Panchatantra made their way into the fables of Aesop and even La Fontaine. Here are a handful, retold by t... read more
Humorous and feisty, another delicious outing for Mme Badobedah - this time to the Natural History Museum. O'Hara's illustrations are always a treat. For ages 4-8.
Serraillier's fairy tale is back in print and enchanting as ever - re-isssued with Emberley's amazing, psychedelic illustrations from the 1973 edition. Ages 5-8.
Wildsmith's three wonderful bestiaries in one volume, first published in 1967-1968: all creatures portrayed are given their lyrical collective nouns too, wakening the imagination: a walk of ... read more
Can something be present that cannot be seen? The answer is an unequivocal yes: in this case, Ludwig insists there is a blue pachyderm in his bedroom. Great fun for budding bedtime Socratics... read more
A starling shares his happiness at the beauty of the world with the owl, the woodpecker, etc - the kingfisher's reply is in mirror-writing, reflected in the water. Strong lino-cut illustrat... read more
Charming tale of an architect-mouse whose designs for her friends - Owl, Mole, Caterpillar etc - are the ne plus ultra of imagination and comfort. First published in 1981, this is a happy re... read more