Ruth Brown – författare

From the author of classic picture books Dark Dark Tale and Greyfriars Bobby comes this beautiful picture book about a day in the life of Tick Tock the cat.Follow Tick-Tock through a noisy and eventful day from waking up until bedtime. His encounters with squirrels and mice don't end up quite as he hoped, but he always has a meal and a lap to return to every evening.A comically observed and detailed picture book from one of the greats of children's illustration.

Over a hundred years ago, a faithful little dog called Bobby kept a fourteen-year-vigil by his master's graveside in Greyfriars churchyard in Edinburgh. Bobby captured the hearts of the townsfolk and remains a legend today.

Children will delight in following the black cat's progress through the dark wood, into the dark house, and eventually to the surprise discovery at the back of the toy cupboard, in this mysterious, beautifully illustrated picture book.

If you plant ten seeds, what do you get? Follow nature's wonderful cycle in this engaging counting book with a difference!

Slimy Snail sets out on a trail.But where exactly does he go?Up a hill, over a bridge, down a slope . . .Things are not always as they seem in this delightful outdoor adventure by the acclaimed Ruth Brown.

Over a hundred years ago, a faithful little dog called Bobby kept a fourteen-year vigil by his master's graveside in Greyfriars churchyard in Edinburgh. Bobby captured the hearts of the townsfolk and remains a legend still today.

No visit to an art gallery can rival this one!Tom visits a very special exhibition where each picture features a cat. One by one, the cats all leap out and follow him, until a very large, scary cat makes them rush back to the safety of their frames. But these aren't just any cats or any pictures!Ruth Brown has created her own unique and amusing masterpieces in the style of twelve well known painters from around the world.Young children will enjoy discovering the pictures with Tom, watching the increasing number of cats following him around, and matching the cats with the pictures. The perfect introduction to the world of fine art.'Exceptional draughtsmanship makes all her books a feast...a book to lead readers to 13 painters from Mondrian to Munch and Kahlo to Klimt.' - Sunday Times Culture Magazine'Cleverly conceived and superbly executed.' - Red Reading HubAge range 3 to 6

’Ten little dogs, sitting in a line, One chased a butterfly And then there were…. nine’Then 8, then 7 and so on, until only one little dog remains. Will there be none? Turn the page for the exuberant denouement with all 10 irresistible pups.

In this twist on the favourite childhood game, the reader must solve a riddle to guess which animal is hiding, and then search for it in the beautifully detailed illustrations. Come on a playful journey through the day from dawn to dusk. Exquisite, intricate illustrations encourage young readers to learn about the natural world. The text provides the clues, and the pictures provide the answers, which are confirmed after a page turn.This beautiful gift book provides hours of entertainment and a satisfying bedtime ending.

Shortlisted for both the Picture Book and Early Exploration categories of the Teach Early Years Awards 2021Nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2022Age range 3 to 6Ten little dogs, sitting in a line,One chased a butterflyAnd then there were.... nineThen 8, then 7 and so on. Continue the countdown fun until only one little dog remains. Will there be none? Turn the final page to find out.

In this twist on the favourite childhood game, the reader must solve a riddle to guess which animal is hiding, and then search for it in the beautifully detailed illustrations. Come on a playful journey through the day from dawn to dusk. Exquisite, intricate illustrations encourage young readers to learn about the natural world. The text provides the clues, and the pictures provide the answers, which are confirmed after a page turn. This beautiful gift book provides hours of entertainment and a satisfying bedtime ending.