Hayley Wells – illustratör

A classic poem with a timeless message, presented in a small and beautiful gift book. Rose Milligan never intended to publicly share her poem 'Dust If You Must', but a series of events led her to publish it in The Lady magazine in 1998. Her charming message about what we value in life resonated with audiences, and it has since been read on BBC radio, posted on Instagram, printed on tea towels, read at funerals and put to music.Now appearing as a book for the first time, beautifully illustrated throughout by illustrator Hayley Wells, Dust If You Must is a timeless reminder to focus on the things we can enjoy in the world, rather than the things we think we need to do.

When someone you love has died there will be sad days and angry days but also happy days and fun days.Nobody lives forever ... and some wish they could have stayed for longer ...This sensitively-written and deeply-moving picture book will help children grieve, celebrate and learn how to live and love life when a parent is gone.Praise for When I'm Gone:"Beautiful, humane and deeply moving, with illustrations that made me gasp out loud.." Phil Earle"Marguerite McLaren writes so beautifully and directly about the subject of loss. The reader is given permission to feel all of those difficult feelings that come with grief and also to celebrate happiness and life. Hayley Wells's illustrations are a perfect match. The love in this book makes it shine, I was left with such a warm glow." Polly Dunbar"This is such a beautiful book - heartbreaking and kind and gentle and wise." Alex LatimerWith expert advice from the charity, Child Bereavement UK.

A big-hearted story from incredible new talent Jess Horn with joyful illustrations by Hayley Wells, Train of Thought is a fun-filled ride through the twists and turns of a runaway imagination.  Andy has a brilliant imagination, and it carries him to the most amazing places. Mum calls it his train of thought. But, when it’s time for real-world tasks, Andy’s train doesn’t always stop! Can Andy find a way to be a treasure hunter and sit down in time for dinner? Train of Thought will delight readers aged 3 to 7 – and everyone and anyone who can relate to getting swept up in their imagination! EMBRACE IMAGINATION: empowers young children to use their creativity and imagination to overcome challenges. CELEBRATE NEURODIVERSITY: written from the lens of a neurodiverse child who hyperfocuses, Train of Thought offers constructive and affirming ways of talking about neurodiversity.CREATIVE THINKING: Andy’s ingenious solutions in the story will resonate with young readers who struggle with self-awareness and self-regulation.AN ADVENTURE-PACKED RIDE: Hayley Wells’ illustrations are bursting with colourful detail, as Andy’s train journey takes him from one inventive world to the next.  PERFECT FOR:Kids (and grown-ups!) with big imaginationsTrain and transport enthusiastsParents, grandparents and carersTeachers, librarians and story-time readersFans of All of the Factors of Why I Love Tractors (Bell & Lovlie) and The Polar Express (Chris Van Allsburg)

'What a spectacular story’ Phoebe BridgersA buoyant and heartwarming celebration of individuality, identity, and dressing to suit yourself!It’s almost Frankie’s birthday and everything is ready — except for something to wear. All of her party dresses feel wrong. Her family tries to help, but it’s no good.What Frankie longs for is a suit. A spectacular suit …Can Frankie find the outfit of her dreams?The perfect gift for birthday parties, crafters, and children who don’t identify with traditional gender rolesWonderful conversation starter for teachers and librarians to explore gender and identity with age-relevant material from creators whose life experience is reflected in the story

AS READ ON CBEEBIES BEDTIME STORIES‘What a spectacular story’ Phoebe BridgersA buoyant and heartwarming celebration of individuality, identity, and dressing to suit yourself!It’s almost Frankie’s birthday and everything is ready — except for something to wear. All of her party dresses feel wrong. Her family tries to help, but it’s no good.What Frankie longs for is a suit. A spectacular suit …Can Frankie find the outfit of her dreams?The perfect gift for birthday parties, crafters, and children who don’t identify with traditional gender rolesWonderful conversation starter for teachers and librarians to explore gender and identity with age-relevant material from creators whose life experience is reflected in the story

One little boy can’t wait to get to the park with Dad and Daddy. But oh no! The path is too icy. “Careful or you’ll slip,” says Dad. The ropes are too high… “Stop, or you might fall,” says Daddy. Everything is too high, too fast, too slippery or too big. It’s not fair!But after some tears and a big hug the boy has a brilliant idea. They will all play TOGETHER at the playground and he will show Dad and Daddy what to do! On the ropes they’re pirates, on the swing they are swooping birds and on the roundabout they’re SUPERHEROES.What adventures will they have next?“With Dad and Daddy by my side, I know I can do anything!”A delightful, inclusive and empowering story, full of love and tenderness, based on the author’s own family.

An affirming picture book that reminds readers it's okay to be themselves! Inside every bodya heart sings brave and true. Slow down and listen carefully. It's singing ... 'This is YOU!'A wonderfully uplifting reminder that we are all different, and that showing our true selves to the world is never wrong.