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Award-winning illustrator Lesley Barnes brings a magical touch to this pop-up edition of The Snow Queen."She flies in the thick of snowflake swarms and when she peers through windows, they freeze in patterns like icy flowers."When the wintry Snow Queen steals away Gerda's friend Kay, she must journey to the faraway North to bring him home. A much-loved fairy tale of courage, determination and love.Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale is brought to life with wonderful artwork and inventive pop-ups - the perfect gift!

Welcome the holiday season with this festive, interactive board book featuring an advent calendar full of surprises, a 3D gingerbread house, punch-out presents to wrap, and more! Invite young children to help prepare for the holidays with this hands-on celebration of Christmas traditions. Bright, charming, and cleverly designed, Christmas! features sturdy paper-engineered parts that allow kids to pull, fold, lift, and flip their way through a series of festive activities.The book’s interactive elements replicate some of the season’s most beloved customs, from decorating cookies, wrapping gifts, and trimming the tree to constructing a 3D gingerbread house and counting down to Christmas with a full advent calendar. Featuring gorgeous artwork by illustrator Lesley Barnes, Christmas! makes for an extra-special gift under the tree and a treasured keepsake for years to come.For ages 2+

'...and they all lived happily ever after...'At least, that's what Jill's story book tries telling her, butJill can't help noticing that at the end of the story, onecharacter looks far from happy. Dragon is despised bythe King because all he can do is singe, burn andbarbeque. So in an attempt to see her fairy tale ringtrue, Jill invites Dragon out of the book so she can teachhim some alternative life skills.Dragon throws himself into all of Jill's favourite things:flower arranging, fashion styling, playing the trumpet,and hosting a tea party, with disappointing results.When it seems like all hope is lost, Jill and Dragondiscover Dragon has one very unique, and palatable,hidden talent...A stunning debut from an exciting illustrator, Jill andDragon introduces a feisty, independent-minded newcharacter in Jill, and reminds us that everyone has atalent, however well hidden.

In the hotly anticipated follow-up to Jill & Dragon, feisty Jill and her loyal companion Dog are back and ready for another adventure. Reading a new picture book, Jill is horrified to discover a magnificent lion forced to join the circus and drive a toy car around in endless circles. Lion is so demoralised, his tears have started to blur the words of the story. Jill bravely decides to jump into the book and rescue Lion, landing in the middle of a particularly dangerous chapter. But with Dog at her side, nothing is too difficult for Jill to conquer, and she sets out to return Lion to his rightful place as king of the jungle. A charming celebration of friendship and bravery, Jill & Lion shows it isn't crowns that make us important - it's what's on the inside that counts.

In the hotly anticipated follow-up to Jill & Dragon, feisty Jill and her loyal companion Dog are back and ready for another adventure. Reading a new picture book, Jill is horrified to discover a magnificent lion forced to join the circus and drive a toy car around in endless circles. Lion is so demoralised, his tears have started to blur the words of the story. Jill bravely decides to jump into the book and rescue Lion, landing in the middle of a particularly dangerous chapter. But with Dog at her side, nothing is too difficult for Jill to conquer, and she sets out to return Lion to his rightful place as king of the jungle. A charming celebration of friendship and bravery, Jill & Lion shows it isn't crowns that make us important - it's what's on the inside that counts.

Fashion Play is an enchanting book illustrated by Lesley Barnes. Step into a world where creativity knows no bounds and fashion becomes an endless playground. The book is divided into three sections, allowing you to mix and match fashion outfits in a delightfully playful manner. The possibilities are as boundless as your own imagination. Fashion lovers of all ages will find endless joy in curating their own sartorial masterpieces. Whether you’re a budding fashionista or a seasoned trendsetter, this interactive book will inspire you to experiment, express and embrace your unique sense of style. Features 8 cover variations, orders will be selected at random.