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A joyful, humorous rhyming tale about how friends lift each other up, from the creators of the internationally bestselling I'm Sticking With You and I'm Sticking With You Too.Much-loved characters Bear and Squirrel are back and it's time to party! Squirrel is the expert at throwing parties and knows exactly what to do to make this the biggest and best EVER, but Bear isn't so sure and is feeling a bit shy. Can the two friends find a way to work through their worries and wobbles and stick together?This beautifully written, gorgeously illustrated new I'm Sticking With You story is the perfect book for showing how you're never truly lost when you have a great friend by your side.Praise for I'm Sticking With You:"Gloriously illustrated, with a captivating rhyme and rhythm, this celebration of friendship is as relevant to adults as children and has future classic stamped all over it" Daily Mail"Deftly humorous images and warmly rhyming text make for a lovely book to cuddle up with" The Guardian"With comical, bold images, this rhyming picturebook is a timely, tender reminder that if sometimes we need a bit of space from our loved ones, it doesn't mean we love them any the less" The Sunday TimesAlso by Smriti Halls and Steve Small:I'm Sticking With YouI'm Sticking With You TooTiny Tiger says Why Can't I?

​An adorable new series about the highs and lows of toddler life from the creators of I’m Sticking with You."WHY can't I have the ice cream?WHY can't I have the cake?I know it's past my bedtime ... but I'm really wide awake!"Tiny Tiger has SO many brilliant things to do – if only people would stop saying no!The perfect book for every tiny tiger who says: "Why can't I?"Introducing Tiny Tiger: a small tiger with BIG feelings – in the adorable new series from the bestselling creators of I'm Sticking with You.Also by Smriti Halls and Steve Small:I’m Sticking with You (shortlisted for Oscar’s Book Prize and for Children’s Illustrated Book of the Year at the British Book Awards)I’m Sticking with You Too (shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize)Let’s Stick Together

​An adorable new series about the highs and lows of toddler life from the creators of I’m Sticking with You."WHY can't I have the ice cream?WHY can't I have cake?I know it's past my bedtime ... but I'm really wide awake!"Tiny Tiger has SO many brilliant things to do – if only people would stop saying no!The perfect book for every tiny tiger who says: "Why can't I?"Introducing Tiny Tiger: a small tiger with BIG feelings – in the adorable new series from the bestselling creators of I'm Sticking with You.Also by Smriti Halls and Steve Small:I’m Sticking with You (shortlisted for Oscar’s Book Prize and for Children’s Illustrated Book of the Year at the British Book Awards)I’m Sticking with You Too (shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize)Let’s Stick Together

Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2021Shortlisted for Children's Illustrated Book of the Year at The British Book Awards 2021'A wonderful, warm bear-hug of a story with sumptuous illustrations. A modern classic.' - Jim Field, illustrator of Oi FrogWherever you're going, I'm going too.Whatever you're doing, I'm sticking with you.It's wonderful to have good friends to see you through the good times and the bad. But sometimes, friends can also be a bit . . . well . . . overbearing.This completely irresistible rhyming text by Smriti Halls is perfectly complemented by artwork from fantastic new picture book illustrator, Steve Small.

Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2021Shortlisted for Children's Illustrated Book of the Year at The British Book Awards 2021'Comical, bold ... tender' - The Sunday Times'A lovely book to cuddle up with' - Guardian'Has future classic stamped all over it' - Daily MailWherever you're going, I'm going too.Whatever you're doing, I'm sticking with you.It's wonderful to have good friends to see you through the good times and the bad. But sometimes, friends can also be a bit . . . well . . . overbearing.This gorgeously funny, feel-good picture book about everything that friendship can be is now available in an irresistible board book format.'A wonderful, warm bear-hug of a story with sumptuous illustrations. A modern classic.' - Jim Field, illustrator of Oi Frog'More 'I'm Sticking With You' stories:I'm Sticking With You TooLet's Stick Together

Tiny Tiger has BIG feelings about not going out today and is not afraid to let us know!Tiny Tiger does NOT want to go to a party and tries every trick in the book NOT to leave the house and the NOT to go in on arrival. But once inside, Tiny Tiger gradually overcomes their true feelings of anxiety and enthusiastically throws themselves into the party so that - of course - when the time comes, Tiny Tiger does NOT want to leave!An adorable and helpfulconversation-starter about why a child might feel reluctant about doing something and whether in fact it might all work out!A charming and relatable follow-up to the irresistible Tiny Tiger says Why Can't I?, exploring BIG feelings in a light-hearted way with a cheeky twist.A rhythmic, immensely skilful rhyming text from beloved author Smriti Halls (I'm Sticking with You) is paired with wonderfully bright and expressive illustrations from acclaimed illustrator Steve Small (The Duck who Didn't Like Water).The perfect picture book for reluctant tigers of all ages!Also by Smriti Halls and Steve Small:Tiny Tiger says Why Can't I?I'm Sticking with YouI'm Sticking with You TooLet's Stick Together

Tiny Tiger has BIG feelings about not going out today and is not afraid to let us know!Tiny Tiger does NOT want to go to a party and tries every trick in the book NOT to leave the house and the NOT to go in on arrival. But once inside, Tiny Tiger gradually overcomes their true feelings of anxiety and enthusiastically throws themselves into the party so that - of course - when the time comes, Tiny Tiger does NOT want to leave!An adorable and helpfulconversation-starter about why a child might feel reluctant about doing something and whether in fact it might all work out!A charming and relatable follow-up to the irresistible Tiny Tiger says Why Can't I?, exploring BIG feelings in a light-hearted way with a cheeky twist.A rhythmic, immensely skilful rhyming text from beloved author Smriti Halls (I'm Sticking with You) is paired with wonderfully bright and expressive illustrations from acclaimed illustrator Steve Small (The Duck who Didn't Like Water).The perfect picture book for reluctant tigers of all ages!Also by Smriti Halls and Steve Small:Tiny Tiger says Why Can't I?I'm Sticking with YouI'm Sticking with You TooLet's Stick Together

Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2021Shortlisted for Children's Illustrated Book of the Year at The British Book Awards 2021'A wonderful, warm bear-hug of a story with sumptuous illustrations. A modern classic.' - Jim Field, illustrator of Oi FrogWherever you're going, I'm going too.Whatever you're doing, I'm sticking with you.It's wonderful to have good friends to see you through the good times and the bad. But sometimes, friends can also be a bit . . . well . . . overbearing.This completely irresistible rhyming text by Smriti Halls is perfectly complemented by artwork from fantastic new picture book illustrator, Steve Small.

Meet Wellington - the little elephant with BIG ideas - in this irresistible story about family and growing up from acclaimed picture book creator, Steve Small.  When Wellington is given a new jacket exactly like Dad’s for his birthday, at first he’s delighted. But his delight turns to disappointment when he tries it on and it’s far too big. And what if, Wellington thinks, – even worse! – it’s not that the jacket is too big, but that he’s too small? Well, Wellington’s dad has a plan, and on an exciting day out that takes in a ride on the bus, a super-size strawberry sundae, a toot on a tuba and a visit to his grandad, Wellington learns that he’s growing up exactly as fast as he should be – and just like his dad.'Pitch perfect' – Daily MailOther books by Steve Small:The Duck Who Didn't Like WaterWritten by Smriti Halls and illustrated by Steve Small:I'm Sticking With YouI'm Sticking With You Too

Meet Wellington - the little elephant with BIG ideas - in this irresistible story about family and growing up from acclaimed picture book creator, Steve Small.  When Wellington is given a new jacket exactly like Dad’s for his birthday, at first he’s delighted. But his delight turns to disappointment when he tries it on and it’s far too big. And what if, Wellington thinks, – even worse! – it’s not that the jacket is too big, but that he’s too small? Well, Wellington’s dad has a plan, and on an exciting day out that takes in a ride on the bus, a super-size strawberry sundae, a toot on a tuba and a visit to his grandad, Wellington learns that he’s growing up exactly as fast as he should be – and just like his dad.  ‘If you haven’t discovered Steve Small’s warm, witty picture books yet then start with this touching and funny celebration of childhood.’Daily MailOther books by Steve Small:The Duck Who Didn't Like Water (shortlisted for Oscar’s Book Prize 2022)Written by Smriti Halls and illustrated by Steve Small:I'm Sticking With YouI'm Sticking With You Too (shortlisted for Oscar’s Book Prize 2022)

Being brave when you feel afraid is the very bravest brave of all . . .It’s time for Arlo’s family to leave their winter den and journey to Spring Valley, but he isn’t so sure about all this change. Arlo likes their home just as it is; and after all, his sister, Eva, is the brave one. But when a snowstorm separates them as they travel through the Great Wood, Arlo finds that when it’s his turn to be brave, being afraid won’t stop him from saving the day.With heartwarming illustrations, this tender story by internationally acclaimed picture book creator Steve Small is perfect for anyone who has ever been afraid of change.Other books by Steve Small:The Duck Who Didn't Like WaterWellington's Big Day OutThe Hare Who Wouldn't ShareWritten by Smriti Halls and illustrated by Steve Small:I'm Sticking With YouI'm Sticking With You TooLet's Stick Together

Being brave when you feel afraid is the very bravest brave of all . . .It’s time for Arlo’s family to leave their winter den and journey to Spring Valley, buthe isn’t so sure about all this change. Arlo likes their home just as it is; and after all,his sister, Eva, is the brave one. But when a snowstorm separates them as they travelthrough the Great Wood, Arlo finds that when it’s his turn to be brave, being afraid won’tstop him from saving the day.With heartwarming illustrations, this tender story by internationally acclaimed picturebook creator Steve Small is perfect for anyone who has ever been afraid of change.Other books by Steve Small:The Duck Who Didn't Like Water - shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2022Wellington's Big Day OutWritten by Smriti Halls and illustrated by Steve Small:I'm Sticking With YouI'm Sticking With You Too - shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2022

A joyful tale about acceptance and belonging from the creators of international sensation, I’m Sticking with You!Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2022Praise for I'm Sticking with You: 'A wonderful, warm bear-hug of a story with sumptuous illustrations. A modern classic.' - Jim Field, illustrator of Oi Frog and The Lion Inside.'Deftly humorous images and warmly rhyming text make for a lovely book to cuddle up with.' The GuardianMuch-loved characters Bear and Squirrel are back! And they’ve found the perfect rhythm for their friendship. Until, that is, Chicken turns up... She wants in! But how will Bear and Squirrel feel about accepting a new friend? Will they come to see that some things work out when we do them together. That two can be good…but three can be BETTER? This beautifully written, gorgeously illustrated follow-up to the bestselling I’m Sticking with You is the perfect book for examining how, even if new friends might disrupt the rhythm at first, the sense of belonging that friendship can bring has the potential to make your heart sing!