Books by Sam Taplin

Sam Taplin is a much‑loved author and editor of children's books whose work brims with curiosity and gentle humour. Known for his engaging storytelling and lively language, he creates titles that invite little readers to explore the world through sound, texture and imaginative detail.

From interactive board books to lyrical picture stories, Taplin's writing nurtures early learning and a sense of wonder. His books are beautifully designed for shared reading, encouraging discovery and delight on every page.

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172 products


  • Dont Tickle the Bear

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Bear

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    1 in stock

    £11.69

  • Narwhals and Other Sea Creatures Magic Painting

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Narwhals and Other Sea Creatures Magic Painting

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • First Sticker Book Diggers

    Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Diggers

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £5.99

  • First Sticker Book Trucks

    Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Trucks

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £5.99

  • Usborne Verlag Klänge der Natur Was hörst du in der Arktis

    7 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    7 in stock

    £13.50

  • 15 in stock

    £14.25

  • 2 in stock

    £13.30

  • Usborne Verlag Schieben und Lauschen Kleiner Gruselspaß

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    15 in stock

    £13.50

  • First Sticker Book Zoo

    Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Zoo

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £5.99

  • First Sticker Book Big Machines

    Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Big Machines

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA sticker book that is packed full of fun and lively scenes with hundreds of big machines for children to discover. It features over 300 stickers. Each scene is begging to be filled with diggers, cranes, trucks, bulldozers and workers with simple text gently suggesting which scene needs which big vehicles.

    15 in stock

    £9.49

  • First Sticker Book Trains

    Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Trains

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £5.99

  • Jungle Magic Painting Book

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Jungle Magic Painting Book

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.Trade ReviewWhat’s not to like about magic painting? Just dip the paintbrush (supplied) into water and paint over the pages to transform black and white drawings into colourful pictures that bring the jungle to life. Don’t forget to use the flap at the back of the book to save the other pages getting wet if your child gets a bit water-happy. * The Independent *

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Santa Sticker and Colouring Book

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Santa Sticker and Colouring Book

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisIt's Christmas time and Santa is very busy! This bumper activity book is filled with festive scenes to colour and decorate with stickers, including Santa's workshop, delivering presents and Christmas Day. With over 200 stickers of busy elves, stockings, toys and gifts, this book is guaranteed to keep children busy in the run-up to Christmas.

    4 in stock

    £7.59

  • Are you there Little Tiger

    Usborne Publishing Are you there Little Tiger

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    5 in stock

    £6.93

  • Woodland Sounds

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Woodland Sounds

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.Trade ReviewSam Taplin’s narrative combines perfectly with bold, colourful illustrations by Federica Iossa while Anthony Marks provides the woodland sounds for the perfect interactive introduction to the captivating world of animals and nature. * Lancashire Evening Post *

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Are you there little Bunny

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Are you there little Bunny

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • Zoo Magic Painting Book

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Zoo Magic Painting Book

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    10 in stock

    £6.99

  • Twinkly Twinkly Christmas Tree

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Twinkly Twinkly Christmas Tree

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.Alison Friend (Illustrator) Alison has loved painting and drawing for as long as she can remember. Animals were always a favourite subject, and as a child she copied them obsessively from wildlife books and encyclopaedias.Alison now lives in the beautiful Lake District. In her spare time she enjoys walking her dog in the fells, swimming in the lakes (when it's warm!) and falling asleep during really good films!Trade ReviewA gorgeous gift and a delightful book that will become a family favourite long after the Christmas season is over! * Lancashire Evening Post *

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Poppy and Sams Fingerprint Activities

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Poppy and Sams Fingerprint Activities

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    3 in stock

    £9.49

  • Poppy and Sams Magic Painting Book

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Poppy and Sams Magic Painting Book

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    5 in stock

    £6.99

  • Animals Magic Painting Book

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Animals Magic Painting Book

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Are You There Little Puppy

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Are You There Little Puppy

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • Dont Tickle the Lion

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Lion

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Play Hide and Seek with Tiger

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Play Hide and Seek with Tiger

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • Poppy and Sam and the Bunny

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Poppy and Sam and the Bunny

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin Poppy and Sam as they follow their new friend the bunny around Apple Tree Farm in this adorable finger puppet book. Push your finger through the hole to bring the bunny to life and make simple actions from sniffing the flowers to nibbling a carrot. With charming illustrations, and of course, the little yellow duck to spot on every page.Trade Review[A] fun and interactive farmyard-based story. * Baby magazine *Fun, laughter and learning in one beautiful book! * Lancashire Evening Post *

    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • Poppy and Sams Christmas

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Poppy and Sams Christmas

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisIt's Christmas Eve on Apple Tree Farm, and Poppy and Sam are excited is that Santa they can see? Join them and their animal friends as they wander the farm peeping through holes in the pages and trying to find the elusive Santa in this warm and cosy festive treat for little children.

    15 in stock

    £5.99

  • Dinosaur Sounds

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Dinosaur Sounds

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Dont Tickle the Dinosaur

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Dinosaur

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Dont Tickle the Tiger

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Tiger

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Play Hide  Seek With Reindeer

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Play Hide Seek With Reindeer

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisThere's an animal hiding behind each big flap in this bright and endearing book. Little children will love joining Reindeer and the other animals for their game of hide and seek, with lots to look at and talk about along the way.

    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • Dont Tickle the Pig

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Pig

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.Trade ReviewExpect gales of giggles and tons of touchy-feely, singalong encores! * Lancashire Evening Post *

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Poppy and Sam and the Lamb

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Poppy and Sam and the Lamb

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisLittle children will love the irresistible fluffy lamb puppet in this delightful novelty book.

    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • Are You There Little Dinosaur

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Are You There Little Dinosaur

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisLittle dinosaur is hiding! Little children will love peeping through the holes in the pages of this beautifully illustrated book to try and find the elusive dinosaur. There are finger-trails to touch and lots of details to spot and talk about together.

    4 in stock

    £6.93

  • Play Hide and Seek with Bunny

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Play Hide and Seek with Bunny

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisLittle children will love joining Bunny and the other woodland animals for a game of hide and seek in this endearing flap book. Each page has a big, satisfying flap for little fingers to lift, revealing a different animal hiding behind it. A double-flap on the last page creates a surprising ending, and the artwork is full of fun details to look at and talk about together.

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Little PeepThrough Books Are you there little Elf

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Little PeepThrough Books Are you there little Elf

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisLittle elf is hiding! Children will love peeping through each hole in this heartwarming book to try and find the elusive little elf. There are lots of surprises along the way, including reindeer and maybe even Santa. Finger trails to follow and enchanting artwork full of details to spot add to the festive fun.Trade ReviewAn ideal stocking filler for under-threes. * Stylist *

    15 in stock

    £5.99

  • Dont Tickle the Monkey

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Monkey

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Twinkly Twinkly Night Time

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Twinkly Twinkly Night Time

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    2 in stock

    £11.69

  • Play Hide and Seek with Octopus

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Play Hide and Seek with Octopus

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisOctopus is playing hide-and-seek... would you like to join in? Little children will love opening the big flaps in this beautifully illustrated book to discover who's hiding behind each one. As well as the octopus, there's a turtle, a crab, a fish and a sea horse to discover under the sea.

    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • Are you there little penguin

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Are you there little penguin

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisLittle penguin is hiding! Children will love searching for the penguin by peeping through the holes in this endearingly illustrated book. Each time they turn the page, what they thought was the penguin turns out to be something else, until finally they find it at the end.

    5 in stock

    £6.93

  • Play Hide and Seek with Fox

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Play Hide and Seek with Fox

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisLittle children will love lifting the big flap on each page of this book to find a woodland animal hiding underneath. The endearing artwork is full of fun details to spot and talk about, and there are holes in the flaps so you can catch a little glimpse of Fox, Badger, Owl, Mouse, or whoever is hiding this time.

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Twinkly Twinkly Nativity Book

    Usborne Publishing Ltd The Twinkly Twinkly Nativity Book

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Who Let The Dinosaurs Out

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Who Let The Dinosaurs Out

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    7 in stock

    £11.69

  • Dance with the Unicorns

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Dance with the Unicorns

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Usborne Verlag Mein erstes Stickerbuch Bagger

    7 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    7 in stock

    £8.16

  • Usborne Verlag Mein Stickerbuch Optische Täuschungen

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £7.83

  • Usborne Verlag Mein UsborneKlavierbuch Bekannte klassische

    3 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    3 in stock

    £17.06

  • Usborne Verlag Mein erstes Stickerbuch Züge

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    15 in stock

    £8.16

  • Usborne Verlag Mein erstes Stickerbuch Im Zoo

    7 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    7 in stock

    £8.18

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