Sofya Karmazina – illustratör

This endearing picture book in rhyme is a love letter to bookshops and the space they provide for discovery and delight.   A little boy adores visiting the old bookshop down Lemon Tree Lane with his grandpa – its nooks and crannies, its endless stories, and even the bookshop dog at the back. That is, until the day the owners box up the books, take down the shelves and lock the doors, and the bookshop is no more. But then something wonderful happens … Perfect for readers aged 3 to 6.

All aboard, the North Pole is waiting! Climb on The Christmas Train and delight in this bestselling and beloved magical journey through a winter wonderland.The night before Christmas is here once again.  The North Pole is waiting. Let’s climb on the train!In this dazzling picture book, readers will experience all the magic that Christmas and the North Pole has to offer! From candy-cane trees and gingerbread houses to dancing polar bears – and, of course, Father Christmas and his elves – this lively picture book blends young readers’ perennial passion for train trips with the anticipation of Christmas.Highly detailed, fanciful scenes from this winter wonderland make this book a joy to read again and again – but for parents and caregivers, the special ingredient is how The Christmas Train guides to reader to wind down for bedtime at the end. After all, Santa cannot visit until everyone is asleep!Sparkling gold foil and a mix of traditional painting and collage makes this precious festive story the perfect gift for children 2-6 years, and train enthusiasts of all ages. BESTSELLING AND BELOVED: Over 20,000 copies sold!