Squishy McFluff's Camping Adventure!

Squishy McFluff's Camping Adventure!
Author: Pip Jones
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2023-04-04
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0571350399

Our second Squishy McFluff picture book sees Ava and her invisible cat go camping. Ava is off on her first camping holiday! And of course Squishy will come too . . . But when Ava repacks Dad's bags with FUN camping accessories like her teddy, she forgets to include . . . the TENT! Luckily Idris and his puppy Farida are staying at the same campsite and they are expert camp builders. But when Idris explains his puppy is the best and he says he can't SEE Squishy, Ava decides to introduce him to a giant invisible . . . BEAR?! Pip Jones's joshing humour and pacy rhyme is full of charm, and beautifully reflects those competitive conversations we all know so well. With a happy ending, and a new friendship gained, this story is sure to win hearts and inspire camping holidays!

Izzy Gizmo

Izzy Gizmo
Author: Pip Jones
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2017-08-10
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1471158233

Meet Izzy Gizmo – a fabulously feisty new character from Pip Jones (Squishy McFluff; Daddy's Sandwich) brought brilliantly to life with exuberant and detailed illustrations from the best-selling illustrator of TheDetective Dog, Sara Ogilvie. Izzy Gizmo, a girl who LOVED to invent, carried her tool bag wherever she went in case she discovered a thing to be mended, or a gadget to tweak to make to make it more splendid. Izabelle Gizmo just loves to invent, but her inventions never seem to work the way she wants them to. And that makes her really CROSS! When she finds a crow with a broken wing she just has to help. But will she be able to put her frustrations to one side and help her new friend to fly again? Shortlisted for the Sainsbury’s Children’s Book Prize 2017, this empowering book is perfect for fans of Rosie Revere, Engineer, Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World and Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. ‘If you’re looking for a new book with a determined, strong female role model then this is for you’ Being a Mummy blog ‘This was such a fun book. We need more books with girl inventors!’ Twirling Book Princess blog ‘This exuberantly riotous story… blends the fun of rhyme with the touching friendship between a charismatic crow and a never-say-die young inventor’Lancashire Evening Post ‘A lovely story of ingenuity and determination’ Parents in Touch ‘I doubt many will fail to fall for Izzy and her mechanical mind. Pip Jones’ rhyming narrative is a cracker to read aloud and Sara Ogilvie’s imagination must be almost as fertile as young Izzy’s… A real riot.’ Red Reading Hub blog ‘Jones’s loping, engaging rhymes and Ogilvie’s vivacious images evoke both inspiration and frustration’ The Guardian

The Chocolate Monster

The Chocolate Monster
Author: Pip Jones
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2017-02-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0571334210

Watch out! There's a chocolate monster on the loose! This utterly delightful chocolatey story is the latest picture book sensation from Pip Jones - the funniest voice in young fiction today - and rising star illustrator, Laura Hughes. BREAKING NEWS: a chocolate monster is on the loose! Keep watch, and closeall cupboard doors.No chocolate bar's secure.If left at large, The Chunk will turn up at YOUR house, for sure. And worse still this fiend will make sure you take the blame! Keep your eyes peeled and join in the hunt for The Chunk in this brilliant new picture book charmingly illustrated by rising star Laura Hughes. 'A bubbly picture book on a chocolatey theme.' Lovereading4kids 'Delectable rhyming treat.' Red Reading Hub

Squishy McFluff: Tea with the Queen

Squishy McFluff: Tea with the Queen
Author: Pip Jones
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2019-04-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0571337295

From the funniest voice in young fiction today, our first ever Squishy picture book sees Ava and her invisible cat go to Buckingham Palace to visit the Queen.A day out with Squishy could never be boring!When Squishy and Ava go on a trip to London, they can't resist the chance to explore the palace, but when they accidentally find the Queen, will she be able to see how wonderful Squishy is?'A surefire hit.' Guardian'Charming.' The Times'Bound to ensure catisfaction.' Independent'Cleverly bridging the gap between picture books and longer fiction, the lovable Squishy is certain to be a success with under-sevens.' BookTrust'In delightful rhyme reminiscent of Dr Seuss, this charmingly illustrated book is bound to become a bedtime fave.' Gurgle

Squishy McFluff: Big Country Fair

Squishy McFluff: Big Country Fair
Author: Pip Jones
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2016-10-04
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0571320716

From the funniest voice in young fiction today, the sixth in this irresistible series for young readers about imaginary friends in hilarious rhyming text and with adorable illustrations by Ella Okstad.Squishy McFluff has been blow-dried and primped to perfection. He must win the Country Fair prettiest pet competition - and will if Ava has anything to do with it . . .But not everyone can see he's the winner. The Mayor seems to have a particular blindspot . . . That is until Ava and her invisible pet foil a dastardly robbery!Another joyful, hilarious, instant classic of a tale for five year olds and upwards, stunningly illustrated by Ella Okstad.'A surefire hit.' Guardian'Charming.' The Times'Bound to ensure catisfaction.' Independent'Cleverly bridging the gap between picture books and longer fiction, the lovable Squishy is certain to be a success with under-sevens.' BookTrust'In delightful rhyme reminiscent of Dr Seuss, this charmingly illustrated book is bound to become a bedtime fave.' Gurgle

Isadora Moon Goes on a Field Trip

Isadora Moon Goes on a Field Trip
Author: Harriet Muncaster
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2019-03-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 198485173X

Fans of Vampirina and the Princess in Black series will love Isadora Moon: half-fairy, half-vampire, totally unique--and totally unafraid to be different! Isadora is the only half-fairy, half-vampire in her human school. She knows what it's like to be different. But that's okay because everyone at her school is a little different from everyone else! When Isadora's classmates are frightened by a field trip to a spooky old castle (what if they see a ghost?!), it's up to Isadora to remind them that things that are different aren't necessarily scary.

Tiny Tantrum

Tiny Tantrum
Author: Caroline Crowe
Publisher: Tiger Tales
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2021-09-07
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1680103768

Tiny Tantrum is the happiest girl around-as long as she's getting her own way! But when it's time to clean up, or take a bath, or put on her coat, she throws a terrible tantrum. Then one day, friendly monsters show up. Could they be just what Tiny needs to tame her tantrums?

The Hug

The Hug
Author: Eoin McLaughlin
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2019-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0571340032

A beautiful, heartwarming picture book with all the universal appeal of Guess How Much I Love You.Hedgehog was feeling sad.As sad as a hedgehog can feel.So sad only one thing could help . . .Tortoise was feeling sad. As sad as a tortoise can feel. So sad only one thing could help . . .In this clever flipbook, both a hedgehog and a tortoise are looking for a hug. They ask all the other animals they come across but for some reason no one will hug them. Until a wise owl explains: Hedgehog is too spiky; Tortoise is too bony. And that's when they find each other!'Feels like being enveloped in your very own hug.' Kirkus'A smashing story time tale.' Books for Keeps'It's utterly lovely. It makes her face light up every time she hears it.' The Guardian Best Books of 2019

Isadora Moon Puts on a Show

Isadora Moon Puts on a Show
Author: Harriet Muncaster
Publisher: Oxford University Press - Children
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2021-01-14
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0192777955

Isadora Moon is special because she's different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and she's a bit of both. It's almost time for the vampire ball, and Isadora can't wait! There's just one problem: she's got to compete in a talent show with the other vampire children. Isadora's talents aren't very vampire-y, what if the audience laugh at her? The show must go on, but will Isadora be brave enough to perform. . . ? With irresistible pink and black artwork throughout by author/illustrator Harriet Muncaster and a totally unique heroine with an out-of-this-world family, this is a beautiful, charming, and funny series of first chapter books.

Isadora Moon Goes to the Ballet

Isadora Moon Goes to the Ballet
Author: Harriet Muncaster
Publisher: Oxford University Press - Children
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2016-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0192744380

Half vampire, half fairy, totally unique! Isadora Moon is special because she is different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and she is a bit of both. When her mum and dad come along on a school trip to the ballet, Isadora worries that they might not be like normal mums and dads. But she has even bigger problems when Pink Rabbit goes missing. Will she be able to find him before the curtain rises? With irresistible pink and black artwork throughout by author/illustrator Harriet Muncaster and a totally unique heroine with an out-of-this-world family, this is a beautiful, charming, and funny new series of first chapter books. Perfect for fans of Claude, Dixie O'Day, and Squishy McFluff, Isadora Moon is the ideal choice for readers who want their magic and sparkle with a bit of bite!