Holly Surplice – illustratör

The horse arrives in the storm, when Merryn needshim most ... THE PERFECT GIFT FOR READERS AGED 9 AND UP 'Tender and poignant, with dynamic blue-and-white illustrations,it’s a gorgeous, hopeful story for 9+.' THEGUARDIANThe horse arrives in the storm, when Merryn needs him most, followingthe loss of her father. Sorrel is a dreamlike creature, seeminglymade from the woods and the sea. Perhaps she wished himinto existence.He becomes her friend and confidant. Throughout the summer andautumn, they ride and play, but as Christmas approaches, it willrequire all of Merryn’s new-found strength to help her mumand her sisters heal too. A perfect gift for readers aged 9 and up; all the makingsof a modern classic.Stunningly presented: a fully illustrated, beautifuljacketed hardback with blue ink interior printingExplores themes of grief, family and healing in an accessibleway for young readers.For readers of Charlie Mackesy's The Boy, theMole, the Fox and the Horse, or Jackie Morris and Robert MacFarlane's TheLost Words and The Lost Spells

Based on the nursery rhyme “Five Little Ducks,” this cheerful lift-the-flap book is perfect for sharing a spooky story time at Halloween.Join five adorable ghostlings on a lift-the-flap adventure through a spooky forest. There’s so much to see as Mama Ghost and her ghostlings float through a pumpkin patch, play peek-a-boo in a misty wood, and explore a haunted house. Along the way, they meet all kinds of friendly, festive animals. But wait—the ghostlings are disappearing one by one. Whatever could they be up to? Lift the flaps to find the ghostlings and discover a fantastic surprise ending.

Five little chicks went out one dayOver the hills and far away. Mamma Hen said, "Hurry back to me!"Now how many chicks can you see? Join this fluffy little family on a beautiful walk through the countryside. There's so much to see as Mamma Hen and her brood wind through a flowery meadow, a bluebell wood, a field full of lambs and a busy farmyard. Along the way, they meet all kinds of baby animals and their parents. But wait - the chicks are disappearing one by one... Whatever are they up to? Lift the flaps to find the chicks and discover a fantastic surprise ending. Based on the nursery rhyme 'Five Little Ducks', this lift-the-flap picture book is perfect for sharing at Easter or Mother's Day.

Five little penguins went out one dayOver the hills and far away. Mamma Penguin said "Hurry back to me!"How many penguins can you see? Join the adorable penguins on a lift-the-flap walk through a winter wonderland. There's so much to see as Mamma Penguin and her chicks waddle through a frosty forest, skate down an icy river and toboggan down snowy slopes. Along the way, they meet all kinds of festive animals playing in the snow. But wait - the chicks are disappearing one by one... Whatever are they up to? Lift the flaps to find the chicks and discover a fantastic surprise ending. Based on the nursery rhyme 'Five Little Ducks', the second title in an all-new lift-the-flap series is perfect for sharing at Christmas.

Five little ghosts floated off one day,Over the hills and far away.Mamma Ghost said "Fly back to me!"How many ghostlings can you see?Join the adorable ghostlings on another lift-the-flap adventure through a spooky forest.There's so much to see as Mamma Ghost and her ghostlings float through a pumpkin patch, play peek-a-boo in a misty wood and explore a haunted house. Along the way, they meet all kinds of friendly animals. But wait - the ghostlings are disappearing one by one... Whatever are they up to? Lift the flaps to find the ghostlings and discover a fantastic surprise ending. Perfect for fans of We're Going on a Bear Hunt.Based on the nursery rhyme 'Five Little Ducks', the third title in an all-new lift-the-flap series is perfect for sharing in Autumn.Also available:Five Little ChicksFive Little Penguins

Five little penguins went out one dayOver the hills and far away. Mamma Penguin said "Hurry back to me!"How many penguins can you see? Join the adorable penguins on a lift-the-flap walk through a winter wonderland. There's so much to see as Mamma Penguin and her chicks waddle through a frosty forest, skate down an icy river and toboggan down snowy slopes. Along the way, they meet all kinds of festive animals playing in the snow. But wait - the chicks are disappearing one by one... Whatever are they up to? Lift the flaps to find the chicks and discover a fantastic surprise ending. Based on the nursery rhyme 'Five Little Ducks', the second title in an all-new lift-the-flap series is perfect for sharing at Christmas.

Five little pumpkins rolled off one night,across the farm, causing quite a fright.Mrs Owl said, "Come back to me!"How many pumpkins can you see?Join the adorable pumpkins on another lift-the-flap adventure around the farm on Halloween night. There's so much to see as Mrs Owl and the pumpkins roll, bounce and leap out of the pumpkin patch, play peek-a-boo in the horses' stables and try not to wake the sleeping piggies. Along the way, they meet all kinds of friendly nighttime animals. But wait - the pumpkins are disappearing one by one... Whatever are they up to? Lift the flaps to find the pumpkins and discover a fantastic surprise ending. Perfect for fans of We're Going on a Bear Hunt.Based on the nursery rhyme 'Five Little Ducks', the fourth title in an all-new lift-the-flap series is perfect for sharing in autumn.Also available:Five Little ChicksFive Little PenguinsFive Little Ghosts

A heart-warming celebration of snowfall featuring exquisitely detailed illustrations.A little fawn wakes up to discover that the world outside has changed after a fall of snow. As he takes his first faltering steps into this exciting snow-white world, he finds there's so much to explore. But then it's time to return to the warmth of home, where his mummy and daddy are waiting for him.This beautifully illustrated book is perfect for snuggling up with on cold winter days.

A stunning animal adventure for fans of Hannah Gold andLauren St John aged 9 and up - perfect for summer holiday reading. 'A gorgeous, hopeful story' GUARDIAN'Will resonate with young readers with big imaginations everywhere'SCOTSMAN'The ending will make you tear up' JUNOThe horse arrives in the storm, when Merryn needs him most. Sorrel is a dreamlike creature, seemingly made from forest andsea. Perhaps she wished him into life.Grieving the loss of her dad, Merryn finds wonder and escape inher new friend. As the seasons turn, can Sorrel help the familyheal - and hope - once more? Perfect for readers aged 9 and up; all the makings ofa modern classic, now in paperbackExplores themes of grief, family and healing in an accessibleway for young readersFor readers of Charlie Mackesy's The Boy, the Mole,the Fox and the Horse, or Jackie Morris and Robert MacFarlane'sThe Lost Words and The Lost Spells