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James Mayhew
Following bestseller Once Upon a Tune, this beautiful gift book introduces children to six more musical classics through story and illustration
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Another sumptuous story featuring the delightful Ella Bella Ballerina in the most famous ballet of all, Swan Lake!
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Come on a magical dinosaur adventure with Katie in this classic picture book.
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Come on a fun-packed tour through Scotland’s best-known landmarks in this classic Katie picture book!
Six world famous orchestral pieces from six renowned composers feature in this beautiful gift book, introducing children to the world of classical music through story and illustration. James Mayhew tells…
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Ella Bella captures all the festive sparkle of Christmas with this glorious introduction to The Nutcracker ballet
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Ella Bella Ballerina goes on a magical adventure in this beautiful introduction to A Midsummer Night’s Dream ballet.
Make art an adventure with classic picture book character, Katie, in this wonderful introduction to Italian Renaissance art! Featuring paintings by Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and Botticelli.
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Make art an adventure with classic picture book character, Katie, in this wonderful introduction to five of Van Gogh’s most brilliant paintings!
Make art an adventure with classic picture book character, Katie! Featuring famous paintings by Van Gogh, Cezanne and Gauguin.
Make art an adventure with classic picture book character, Katie, in this wonderful introduction to five of Monet’s most magical paintings.
Everyone’s favourite little dancer, Ella Bella Ballerina, steps into an enchanted toyshop in this magical ballet adventure.
Can the adorable Ella Bella Ballerina help Cinderella get to the Royal Ball Alone on the stage after class, Ella Bella opens Madame Rosa’s magical musical box and is whisked…
Make art an adventure with classic picture book character, Katie, in this wonderful introduction to the Impressionist painters. Featuring Monet, Degas and Renoir.
Enter the magical world of the Sleeping Beauty ballet with the adorable Ella Bella Ballerina!
Joyce Dunbar
Follows roomates Mouse and Mole in three everyday adventures, from sitting down for a good read but unable to settle, to taking a leisurely stroll that turns into errands.
Follows best friends Mouse and Mole on three fun adventures where they discover a new appreciation for each other.
A collection of three new stories featuring the lovable characters of Mouse and Mole. What Might Have Been: Mouse and Mole try to fly a kite on a blowy day…
Ian Eagleton
An adventurous merman and kind fisherman find love and each other in this gorgeous update to the Little Mermaid story. Winner of the Polari Prize, the UK's first and largest…
Sophie’s grandmother is taking her to see the ballet for the very first time. Everything Sophie sees is new and exciting but what will take her breath away? Sophie Goes…
Art receives a brand new box of paints from his Grandad. He starts to paint straightaway and quickly discovers that whatever he creates comes to life, including a jungle and…
What could be more thrilling than going on a journey to discover the centre of the Earth? Axel’s eccentric uncle can’t wait to get started, but Axel isn’t so sure…
Transported to an enchanted toy shop filled with dancing dolls, Ella is taken with a pair of can-can dancing dolls that are in love. When two different families decide to…
When Ella learns the story of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, she’s transported into a magical fairyland. Can Ella help Puck win back Queen Titania’s love for King Oberon? Includes beautiful…
Discover the magic of London at Christmas time with this classic Katie picture book.
Make art an adventure with classic picture book character, Katie, in this wonderful introduction to some of the world’s most famous paintings!
Make art an adventure with classic picture book character, Katie, in this wonderful introduction to some of Britain’s most famous artists! Featuring paintings by Turner, Constable, Gainsborough and Stubbs.
Come on a magical tour with Katie and discover London’s most famous sights!
A knight must do battle with a dragon if he is to win the hand of his beloved princess. But when a dragon finally comes along our hero realises he…
Six wonderful stories that inspired world-famous music, accompanied by brilliant illustrations
Brave princes, evil witches and beautiful maidens abound in the tales of Koshka, the wise old story-telling cat. James Mayhew draws inspiration from the traditional stories and art style of…
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Make art an adventure with classic picture book character, Katie, in this wonderful introduction to three of Spain’s most famous artists!
James Mayhew, Toto .
A stunning reimagining of the classic tale, The Frog Prince that proves anyone can have their happily ever after!
Zeb Soanes
Twelve of James Mayhew's illustrations from the celebrated children's picture book Gaspard the Fox have been utilised for this charming 200 x 200mm wall calendar.
Gaspard The Fox is the first in a series of children's picture books from Zeb Soanes and award-winning illustrator James Mayhew, following the adventures of its titular character and his…
Jackie Morris
A beautiful new picture book in the bestselling Mrs Noah series, in which Mrs Noah brings song back into the world and shows the children how to listen - and…
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A follow-up to the acclaimed Mrs Noah’s Pockets - Mrs Noah plants a new garden, and Mr Noah gets a surprise
The latest in this series, the fun storyline follows Gaspard’s accidental adventure on the 38 bus from Islington to Hyde Park, where he unexpectedly finds himself at a classical concert…
Three short tales show how best friends and unlikely pals, Mouse and Mole, bond together for life’s daily adventures.
First published in the UK by Graffeg Limited in 2019
Gaspard, Peter and Finty are now the best of friends. They set out on a new adventure together and discover the local summer fete. When Gaspard inadvertently gets entered into…
Peter the Cat is one of children’s favourite characters from the Gaspard the Fox series. In this book Peter will explain some of his favourite ‘big words’, including a simple…
What will Mouse and Mole find to do tomorrow? They set out their plan: a picnic of cheese and cucumber sandwiches if it is a fine day, or roasted chestnuts…
Three new Mouse and Mole stories about a broken bicycle, moss on the roof and a washing line ghost, helping children to see fun in everyday life
Christmas is coming, but not soon enough for Mole. While Mouse gets ready for the great day, Mole thinks opening windows on an advent calendar will speed things up. But…
Whilst searching for food in the snow-covered streets, Gaspard makes an astonishing discovery and, with the help of his friends, might just have saved Christmas. A heart-warming festive adventure for…
