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  • Very Silly Dog

    Nick Cope

    Paperback (Graffeg, May 8, 2018)
    Loved by listeners around the UK and the rest of the world, singer-songwriter Nick Cope’s work takes on a new form in this series of illustrated books. Nick’s hilarious, uplifting, and sometimes poignant writing has garnered acclaim from audiences, including comedians Stewart Lee and Lucy Porter, and can now be experienced by children alongside his playful and distinctive illustrations. As much praised by parents for the freshness of his content, the storytelling element of Nick’s work finds a natural place on the page, ideal to be read with or to young children as a contemporary alternative to traditional tales. Very Silly Dog begins with an inevitable mishap by its titular character, with some very amusing consequences…
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  • Cooks & Kids 3: Recipes for Kids

    Gregg Wallace, Andrew Isaac

    Hardcover (Graffeg, Jan. 1, 2017)
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  • The Treasure Map

    Max Low

    (Graffeg, April 7, 2020)
    Ceri the cat and Deri the dog are best friends who do everything together and love to learn new things.When Ceri is given an old pirate map, the two friends follow the directions in search of the treasure with help from their friends, gardener Glesni, optician Owain and farmer Ffion. But what treasure will they find?Perfect for shared reading, The Treasure Map will help young children follow simple directions as well as develop their reading skills.‘This colourful picture book in the Ceri & Deri series combines straightforward language and simple illustrations to effectively introduce young children to the tricky concept of time.’ Booktrust‘This educational story with it’s big bold pictures is perfect for teaching children to tell the time. The series includes Good to be Sweet about learning division and both would be useful for the classroom.’ South Wales Evening Times
  • Mouse & Mole Have a Party

    Joyce Dunbar, James Mayhew

    (Graffeg, May 16, 2019)
    Mole can’t help but get himself into difficulty, but thankfully he has Mouse to ensure things to smoothly, even when he least expects it!A new edition of this classic story from author illustrator team Joyce Dunbar and James Mayhew.‘The two cohabiting animals are characters that stand alongside the greats of children’s literature’ Sunday Telegraph
  • Small Finds a Home

    Karin Celestine

    Hardcover (Graffeg, March 15, 2016)
    When Small comes to live with the Tribe there aren't enough beds to go around. But Emily has an idea? Includes instructions for stick weaving.
  • Perfect

    Nicola Davies

    (Graffeg, Nov. 1, 2016)
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  • Happy Days for Mouse & Mole

    Joyce Dunbar, James Mayhew

    (Graffeg, May 16, 2019)
    When Mouse makes himself a hammock, Mole is only too happy to test it for his friend, and Mouse is equally eager to help Mole find his lost spectacles. But who will catch the falling leaf? Join the two friends on their endeavours in this collection of wonderfully warm and witty tales.A new edition of this classic story from author illustrator team Joyce Dunbar and James Mayhew.‘The two cohabiting animals are characters that stand alongside the greats of children’s literature’ Sunday Telegraph
  • Molly and the Stormy Sea

    Malachy Doyle, Andrew Whitson

    eBook (Graffeg, Aug. 8, 2019)
    Molly wakes one morning to find her house empty. Her father has been out fishing in stormy seas and hasn’t returned from his trip.She takes her most precious possessions down to the harbour; a brass locket containing twenty little cowrie shells, a photograph of her father and her beloved doll to offer the sea in return for her father’s safety.But will the stormy sea return her father and all the other fathers from the fishing trip?Written by Malachy Doyle and illustrated by Andrew Whitson.‘Timeless and heart-warming, this tale speaks of love, sacrifice and hope. Doyles’ pitch-perfect writing pull us through the story with gentle, soothing tones inspiring the reader to look deeper, go further. Great care and consideration is given to depicting a vignette of the life of this small island girl. Using clear, concise language, he weaves the story with just the right amount of drama and nuance and conveys a message that everything will be all right. The stunning pictures by Whitson lend mood and atmosphere, with the use of light and colour adapting to each page. The effect is simply magical. This is a wonder of a book; perfectly illustrated and loving told; one you will want to read and share again and again.’ Mary Esther Judy, Children’s Bookseller
  • Molly and the Whale

    Malachy Doyle, Andrew Whitson

    (Graffeg, Aug. 9, 2019)
    Molly and Dylan wake up one morning to find a whale washed up on the beach. Molly’s dad shows them how to care for the whale as they wait for the tide to come in. Molly sings to calm her, while the children and their friends work together to keep her cool and wet. But will they manage to help the whale back into the sea in time?A sequel to the acclaimed Molly and the Stormy Sea, this is a moving tale from a master storyteller and illustrator about working together to help make something wonderful happen.Written by Malachy Doyle and illustrated by Andrew Whitson.‘With lovely, simple, emotional text, the reader is placed right in the story; feeling every moment and effort and really invested in the outcome. […] There is a real sense of community in this book; reliance upon each other, working together with a common, selfless goal. As the story goes on, the sense of compassion and empathy builds, encompassing every page. (And this is done as much through the illustrations as the text.) Gripping, evocative, caring and quietly joyous.’ Mary Esther Judy, Fallen Star Stories ‘This is a moving tale from a skilful storyteller and equally talented illustrator about the power of empathy and teamwork. Doyle’s engaging narrative is vividly brought to life by Whitson’s colourful artwork.’ Jenny White, Western Mail
  • Monsters Not Allowed!

    Tracey Hammett, Jan McCafferty

    (Graffeg, April 7, 2020)
    A monster makes quite an impression at his new school, but becomes so disruptive that Mr Jedd the Deputy Head bans him from attending. The children, however, miss his presence, and will work together in order to enjoy lessons with him again.A charming story written by CBeebies programme writer, Tracey Hammett, and illustrated by Jan McCafferty, Monsters Not Allowed! is a humorous tale of kindness and understanding, teaching children about inclusion, collaboration, and loving their differences.‘What is lovely about the book, apart from it being colourful and funny, is that it helps teach children about inclusion, collaboration and loving their differences. The educational message as well as being entertaining makes it perfect for reading together with parents.’ South Wales Life Magazine‘A funny story all about the importance of including others, and learning to love the things that make us different’ Love Reading 4 Kids‘The creation of a cute blue hairy monster makes it easy to understand why everyone loves it’ Little Parachutes‘The ideal back-to-school picture book for autumn, bursting with monster fun!’ Book Clubs Kids
  • Elias Martin

    Nicola Davies, Fran Shum

    (Graffeg, April 8, 2020)
    Elias Martin lives a scowling, solitary life for a decade until a small, lost child wanders into his path.One in a series of tales that explore the deeper, darker side of our connection with the natural world. Be ready to feel a little bit of magic, and perhaps a few shivers down the spine.‘Elias Martin lives a lonely, isolated life in the middle of a snowy forest. Then one day he finds a strange young child sleeping in his wood store, and he soon takes the child under his wing. As with her whole Shadows and Light series, Davies is inspired by both nature and grim folklore in this tale. Shum’s beautiful black-and-white illustrations perfectly complement Davies’s writing, especially emphasising the starkness of the harsh landscape. A mysterious and highly engrossing read.’ Inis Reading Guide 2017-18, Children’s Books Ireland‘A well-written, thought-provoking tale for older and reluctant readers who enjoy a touch of the supernatural.’ Marie Orlando, School Library Journal
  • A Boy's Best Friend

    Nicola Davies, Cathy Fisher

    (Graffeg, May 2, 2020)
    When Clinton journeys to join his mother in London, he must leave the quiet life of the island behind: his Gran and Uncle Clinton, the quiet afternoons spent fishing and roaming the beach, and, perhaps most importantly of all, his old dog, Rufus. But amongst all of this change, the pull of nature and the presence of ‘a boy’s best friend’ are never far away.A Boy’s Best Friend is one in a series of Country Tales, written by award-winning children’s author Nicola Davies and illustrated by Cathy Fisher.