Books by Allan Ahlberg

Allan Ahlberg is one of Britain's most cherished children's authors, celebrated for his warm humour, gentle storytelling and keen understanding of family life. His books, often created in partnership with illustrators such as Janet Ahlberg and Bruce Ingman, have become modern classics found on countless nursery shelves. Each story balances wit and tenderness, inviting young readers to discover the joy of words and pictures working perfectly together.

From the timeless charm of picture books to inventive poetry and playful tales for early readers, Ahlberg's writing continues to inspire generations. His work captures everyday moments with a distinctive blend of imagination and heart, making him a true master of storytelling whose books are passed lovingly from one childhood to the next.

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  • Everybody Was a Baby Once

    Candlewick Press,U.S. Everybody Was a Baby Once

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £13.59

  • Previously

    Candlewick Press,U.S. Previously

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Woman Who Won Things The Gaskitts

    Walker Books Ltd The Woman Who Won Things The Gaskitts

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £7.56

  • The Pencil

    Walker Books Ltd The Pencil

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe acclaimed duo behind The Runaway Dinner and Previously imagine the comical world that comes to life when a pencil starts to draw…“A hilarious and utterly enchanting new classic” The TimesA special fifteenth anniversary edition of a modern classic. The Pencil is a playful, witty, wonderfully quirky story about the power of imagination. Say hi to Banjo! Once a pencil draws him, there's no telling what will come next – a dog, a cat, a chase (of course), and a paintbrush to colour in an ever-expanding group of family and friends. But it's not long before the complaints begin – "This hat looks silly!" "My ears are too big!" – until the poor pencil has no choice but to draw … a rubber. Oh no! In the hands of Allan Ahlberg and Bruce Ingman, can anything but havoc and hilarity ensue? With gorgeous golden foil on the cover and spine, this edition is one to share and treasure.Trade ReviewThis award-winning story is celebrating ten years of the playful pencil and the power of imagination in this special anniversary edition. * Nursery World *Witty story about imagination. * The Bookseller *

    7 in stock

    £8.54

  • Under the Table

    Walker Books Ltd Under the Table

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisNow here’s another story for you, full of such fun and exciting stuff, you will surely love it...Allan Ahlberg and Bruce Ingman are back! Hold on tight for a funny and quirky new story set in the same world as their celebrated classics, The Pencil and The Runaway Dinner.One morning, Banjo is helping his dad to wash the car. His little sister Elsie comes running up. "There's an egg in my egg cup!" she yells. "And a great big grey thing ... UNDER THE TABLE!" Brimming over with Allan Ahlberg's idiosyncratic voice, charm and character, and perfectly matched with Bruce Ingman's bold and playful illustrations, Under the Table is an irresistible read-aloud full of surprises ... oh, does Elsie discover such wonderful (and unexpected!) new friends in her lively and happy home!

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Under the Table

    Candlewick Press (MA) Under the Table

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £13.09

  • Destino Infantil & Juvenil El cartero simpático

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisEl cartero reparte las cartas de casa en casa: una para los tres osos, otra para cenicienta, otra para la bruja malvada... Un divertidi?simo libro mo?vil con cartas de verdad, que nos explican que paso? tras el colori?n colorado de los cuentos de siempre.

    1 in stock

    £23.00

  • Minilibros para bebés

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £18.90

  • Minillibres per a nadons

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £18.90

  • El carter Joliu o unes cartes especials

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisUna deliciosa saca de correus amb cartes de debo? adrec?ades a coneguts personatges perque? les obris i les llegeixis.Dins el sobre adrec?at als tres o?ssos hi trobara?s una nota de la Ri?nxols d?or demanant disculpes. Hi ha una circular per a la bruixa, una targeta postal per al gegant i moltes coses me?s.Per als nens i les nenes de sempre: de primera classe.

    5 in stock

    £28.49

  • Kalandraka Que Risa de Huesos!

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £20.12

  • KALANDRAKA;PAMIELA Eskeleto barregarriak

    1 in stock

    1 in stock

    £20.55

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