PICTURE BOOKS

Michelle Robinson

Illustrated by Deborah Allwright

A hilarious, flawlessly rhyming adventure from award-winning Michelle Robinson, author of She Rex and The World Made A Rainbow.

Meet Hector Voltaire: a young explorer who can’t wait to discover all the wonders of the wide world. First up: a magical, mythical creature called the THUNK.

The Thunk has a trunk and its fur’s blueish pink, and it’s ever so slightly, completely … EXTINCT. Or at least, that’s what everyone else thinks. Hector is determined to prove them wrong, and sets out with all his exploring equipment on a grand journey of discovery. With stunning illustrations by bestselling Deborah Allwright, illustrator of There Is No Dragon in This Story, a world of adventure awaits –perfect for fans of The Gruffalo and Where the Wild Things Are

Michelle Robinson is the author of over forty books for children, including She Rex and The World Made a Rainbow. She lives with her family in a village called Tatamagouche in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Deborah Allwright is a star of the picture-book world and the illustrator of many bestselling books, including The Night Pirates and There Is No Dragon in This Story.

July 2023

Paperback 9781408892855 • £6.99 eBook 9781408892831 • £5.59

32 pages

Territory: World All Languages

Sales Rights: World All Languages

Bloomsbury Children’s Books

Rhinos Don’t Cry

Mark Grist

Illustrated by Chris Jevons

Featuring a lovable little rhino, this upbeat rhyming story zings with energy and conveys an important message about showing your feelings.

Milo just loves being a rhino – but there’s one small problem … rhinos don’t cry.

At least that’s what Spike-O Mcree, his movie star hero, says. But when Milo meets Spike-O face to face, he finds out that not only is crying OK, it’s also very brave!

This upbeat, pacy story is a very entertaining read while also highlighting the importance of children feeling able to express their emotions.

Mark Grist is a multi-award-winning poet and international battle rapper.

Chris Jevons has a passion for character design and storytelling, and his books include Goldilocks in Space, My Daddy is Hilarious and 101 Bums. He lives and works in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.

A Big Bright Feelings Book

Tom Percival

A book about telling the truth, from the bestselling author of the Big Bright Feelings series.

When Finn accidentally breaks his grandma’s precious clock, he tells a teeny tiny little lie – and blames it on his sister instead! Soon, Finn’s little fib is OUT OF CONTROL, and it’s getting in the way of everything! Can he find a way to tell the truth?

This reassuring and humorous book is the perfect springboard for talking to children about the importance of honesty.

Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people.

Tom Percival is a writer, artist, video producer and musician. Finn’s Little Fibs is Tom’s thirteenth picture book for Bloomsbury, and the seventh title in his bestselling Big Bright Feelings series: Perfectly Norman, Ruby’s Worry, Ravi’s Roar, Meesha Makes Friends, Tilda Tries Again and Milo’s Monster. Tom lives in Stroud with his partner and their two children. tom-percival.com | @TomPercivalsays

July 2023

Hardback 9781526642462 • £12.99

Paperback 9781526642479 • £7.99 eBook 9781526642455 • £6.39

32 pages

Territory: World All Languages

Sales Rights: World All Languages

Bloomsbury Children’s Books

The Zebra’s Great Escape

Katherine Rundell

Illustrated by Sara Ogilvie

‘Joyously anarchic in both word and illustration, sizzling with imagination and colour’ Guardian

From award-winning Katherine Rundell comes a timeless picture book about bravery, friendship and adventure, illustrated by bestselling Sara Ogilvie.

Mink doesn’t believe in rules. She loves running wild and free. So, when a zebra appears in the square where she lives and she finds out that his parents have been captured by the evil Mr Spit, she knows that it’s up to her to help.

So begins a grand adventure to rescue a whole menagerie of animals –an adventure that will take all of Mink’s courage and determination. Written with generous helpings of warmth and humour, this is a timeless picture book about bravery, friendship and the importance of taking action.

Katherine Rundell is a bestselling author whose novels for children include Rooftoppers, The Wolf Wilder, The Explorer and The Good Thieves. Her books have sold millions of copies worldwide.

Sara Ogilvie is an award-winning illustrator and printmaker, who has illustrated many bestselling and much-loved children’s books, including The Detective Dog, The Hospital Dog, and Dogs Don’t Do Ballet.

July 2023

Hardback 9781526629005 • £12.99

Paperback 9781526628992 • £6.99 eBook 9781526629012 • £5.59

32 pages

Territory: World All Languages

Sales Rights: World All Languages

Bloomsbury Children’s Books

July 2023

Paperback 9781526652263 • £8.99

60 pages

Territory: Commonwealth (excluding Canada)/Europe/Open Market

Sales Rights: Commonwealth (excluding Canada)/Europe/Open Market

Bloomsbury Children’s Books www.bloomsbury.com

A Let’s Talk picture book to help young children understand diversity

Molly Potter

Illustrated by Sarah Jennings

From the bestselling author of How Are You Feeling Today?, this picture book helps young children celebrate uniqueness and diversity and at the same time realise the similarities we share.

Using everyday examples, clear explanations and colourful illustrations by Sarah Jennings, The Same But Different prompts children to broaden their perspectives and rejoice in their differences. After all, imagine how boring the world would be if everyone was exactly the same!

Exploring all the ways we’re different, including how we look, where w e live, the languages we speak, what our families are like and what we believe in, The Same But Different is the perfect book for starting important conversations with children about diversity and inclusion. Early Years and PSHE expert Molly Potter also provides notes for parents and carers offering advice on tackling prejudice right from the start.

Will You Be My Friend?

A Let’s Talk picture book to help young children understand friendship

Molly Potter

Illustrated by Sarah Jennings

From bestselling author Molly Potter, Will You Be My Friend? is a sensitive and accessible book for children about making friends and navigating the ups and downs of friendship.

This book presents practical advice on helping children understand how to be a true friend and what helps and what hinders friendships. It's ideal for starting conversations about making friends and includes a guide for practitioners, parents and carers about supporting a child if they are having friendship difficulties.

With fun and lively illustrations, this book is both humorous and charming, and prompts children to discuss the idea of friendship with parents and peers. It’s full of really useful advice for forming happy a nd healthy relationships, and will help children learn more about sharing, caring and saying sorry when things go wrong.

July 2023

Paperback 9781801992305 • £6.99

32 pages

Territory: World All Languages

Sales Rights: World All Languages

Bloomsbury Education

How Are You Feeling Now?

A Let’s Talk picture book to help young children understand their emotions

Molly Potter

Illustrated by Sarah Jennings

‘I highly recommend these brilliant books! They help you start important conversations with children big and small. You don’t need to read them from cover to cover – just keep these books handy to dip into again and again.’ Alistair Bryce-Clegg, Author, childcare expert and co-founder of My First Five Years

Perfect for starting discussions between adults and children, this reassuring book from the bestselling author of How Are You Feeling Today? looks at 12 emotions and makes them simple to understand.

From feeling proud, brave or grateful to frustrated, anxious or lonely, it shows children just what to do when they’re faced with these everyday emotions. It’s full of beautiful illustrations by Sarah Jennings and child friendly, humorous language to delight readers. Notes at the back of the book explain emotional intelligence to practitioners, parents and carers and provide more ideas and strategies to use with children.

July 2023

Paperback 9781801992282 • £6.99

32 pages

Territory: World All Languages

Sales Rights: World All Languages Bloomsbury Education

How Are You Feeling Today?

A Let's Talk picture book to help young children understand their emotions

Molly Potter

Illustrated by Sarah Jennings

From bestselling author Molly Potter, How Are You Feeling Today? is packed with fun, imaginative ways to help children understand and cope with a range of different emotions.

This bestselling book gives children the tools they need to deal with lots of different feelings – without it all ending in tears! It explores 12 common emotions, including happy, angry, excited, bored and embarrassed, and offers ideas for what children could do when they feel this way. There are notes at the back of the book for practitioners, parents and carers explaining emotional literacy, and a Feelings Tracker for children to map out their emotions.

Molly Potter is a leading Personal, Social and Health Education expert and bestselling author of What's Worrying You?.

Sarah Jennings is a talented illustrator based in London, known for her creative character designs.

July 2023

Hardback 9781801991698 • £12.99 eBook 9781801991681 • £9.09

32 pages

Territory: World All Languages

Sales Rights: World All Languages

Bloomsbury Education

July 2023

Paperback 9781801992275 • £6.99

32 pages

Territory: World All Languages

Sales Rights: World All Languages

Bloomsbury Education www.bloomsbury.com