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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200 products


  • Poppy and Sam and the Lamb

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Poppy and Sam and the Lamb

    7 in stock

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

    7 in stock

    £7.59

  • Are You There Little Dinosaur

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Are You There Little Dinosaur

    2 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.

    2 in stock

    £5.99

  • Play Hide and Seek with Octopus

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Play Hide and Seek with Octopus

    1 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.

    1 in stock

    £10.66

  • 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

  • Was That Your Bottom, Bear?

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Was That Your Bottom, Bear?

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisPress the buttons in this hilarious sound book to hear just how noisy a bear's bottom can be! With fun rhyming text and lively illustrations by the brilliant Ana Martin Larranaga, giggles are guaranteed. On the first four pages you meet not only the bear but a variety of other parping woodland animals, and then at the end, just when you thought it couldn't get any funnier, they all let rip at once.

    3 in stock

    £7.59

  • Wand Books: Fairy Magic

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Wand Books: Fairy Magic

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisTouch the pictures with the wand in this unique novelty book to hear the magic spells that bring fairyland to life! Children will be amazed to discover their own magic powers as they use the wand to help the forest fairies solve their problems and get everything ready for the visit of the fairy queen. Beautiful artwork and glittering sounds create a world of enchanting surprises to explore.

    3 in stock

    £11.69

  • Wand Books Mermaid Magic

    Usborne Publishing Wand Books Mermaid Magic

    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

  • We're moving house

    Usborne Publishing Ltd We're moving house

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis endearingly illustrated book gently introduces young children to the idea of moving house. Narrated by 4-year-old Ama, it explains each part of the process in a reassuring way. As well as the practical aspects, the book explores the emotional highs and lows of relocating, and shows that this big change can be an exciting thing, with a little help from old friends and new ones.

    1 in stock

    £6.23

  • Who Let The Dinosaurs Out

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Who Let The Dinosaurs Out

    3 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.

    3 in stock

    £11.69

  • Usborne Book and 3 Jigsaws On the Farm

    Usborne Publishing Usborne Book and 3 Jigsaws On the Farm

    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

    £10.72

  • Wand Books Wizard Magic

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Wand Books Wizard Magic

    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

  • Poppy and Sams Magic Painting Book

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Poppy and Sams Magic Painting Book

    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

    £6.99

  • Little PeepThrough Books Are you there little Elf

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Little PeepThrough Books Are you there little Elf

    1 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 *

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • Sgwennu a Sychu  Gweithgareddau Nadolig Cadi a

    Atebol Cyfyngedig Sgwennu a Sychu Gweithgareddau Nadolig Cadi a

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin Cadi and Jac for lots of Christmas activity fun. This wipe-clean book is a perfect way for young children to develop their observation and pen control skills.

    1 in stock

    £9.36

  • Get That Monster Out Of Here

    Usborne Publishing Get That Monster Out Of Here

    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

    £11.69

  • The Twinkly Twinkly Fairies

    Usborne Publishing Ltd The Twinkly Twinkly Fairies

    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

    £11.69

  • Wand Books Unicorn Magic

    Usborne Publishing Wand Books Unicorn Magic

    4 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.

    4 in stock

    £11.69

  • First Sticker Book Santa

    Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Santa

    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

  • First Colouring Book Dinosaurs

    Usborne Publishing First Colouring Book Dinosaurs

    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

    £5.62

  • Are You There Little Puppy

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Are You There Little Puppy

    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

    £5.99

  • Play Hide and Seek with Bunny

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Play Hide and Seek with Bunny

    3 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.

    3 in stock

    £7.59

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Twinkly Twinkly Night Time

    3 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.

    3 in stock

    £11.69

  • Playtime for Baby Bears

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Playtime for Baby Bears

    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

  • Calming Music Book

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Calming Music 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

    £11.69

  • Farm Sounds

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Farm Sounds

    Book SynopsisLittle ones will love bringing the farmyard to life with this adorable sound book. Press the pages and hear hens clucking, cows mooing and much more, and pore over colourful scenes include a sheepdog rounding up sheep, a piglet playing in the mud and ducks splashing in the pond. With simple text, holes to peep through and fingertrails to explore.

    £11.69

  • Noisy Orchestra

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Noisy Orchestra

    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 ReviewA super introduction to the orchestra. * Parents in Touch *an absolute gem * Culture Whisper *Provides a great introduction to classical music and the instruments of the orchestra. Featuring delightful tunes which were written and produced by Anthony Marks, this book will surely inspire tiny musicians everywhere * Made for Mums *will surely inspire tiny musicians everywhere. * Made for Mums *

    £11.69

  • Whos Fallen Asleep

    Usborne Publishing Whos Fallen Asleep

    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

    £7.59

  • Poppy and Sams Farm Animals Magic Painting Book

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Poppy and Sams Farm Animals Magic Painting Book

    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

    £6.99

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Poppy and Sams Easter Egg Hunt

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisPoppy and Sam are searching for Easter eggs on Apple Tree Farm. Children will love looking through the peep holes in this charming book to discover the colourful eggs, following fingertrails to trace the flight of a butterfly or bee, and spotting Daisy the cow, Clucky the hen and Rusty the pig along the way.Trade ReviewThis Easter-themed peep-through board book is a surefire hit. * The Bookseller *This sturdy board book is the perfect Easter gift for inquisitive youngsters. * Blackpool Gazette *

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Are you there Little Fox

    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

    £7.59

  • Usborne Books The Animal Orchestra Plays Mozart

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    10 in stock

    £13.78

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Lights and Sounds Emergency Vehicles

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisLittle children will love pressing each button in this exciting novelty book to see the lights and hear the sounds of all the different emergency vehicles. From fire engines and ambulances to helicopters and coast guard boats, each charmingly illustrated scene is full of busy vehicles to enjoy.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Dont Tickle the Monkey

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Monkey

    20 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.

    20 in stock

    £11.69

  • Lets go on a Truck

    Usborne Publishing Lets go on a Truck

    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

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Lion

    20 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.

    20 in stock

    £11.69

  • Are you there little penguin

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Are you there little penguin

    3 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.

    3 in stock

    £7.59

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Noisy Zoo

    Out of 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.

    Out of stock

    £12.34

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Woodland Sounds

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisLittle children will love hearing the woods come to life as they press the pages of this enchanting book. Each beautifully illustrated scene has simple text and cut-out shapes to discover, and a sound button to press to hear woodland sounds including an owl, cuckoo and woodpecker, rustling leaves and rippling streams.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Diggers

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisThere are dozens of different diggers to discover in this fun and lively book. Children will enjoy using the stickers to fill in the scenes, including making a road, under the ground and at the demolition site. Includes over 100 colorful stickers.

    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Animals Magic Painting Book

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisBrush water over the black and white illustrations and watch as the animal scenes burst into beautiful color! Sixteen detailed pictures include kangaroos, penguins, hippos, meerkats and lots more. With a handy fold-out back cover to prevent colors running through to the page beneath.

    3 in stock

    £9.49

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Pets Sound Book

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom cozy cats purring to playful dogs yapping in the park, the world of pets comes to life with the ten sounds in this delightfully illustrated book. Holes in the pages and finger trails help to create a tactile world for children to explore while they listen.

    3 in stock

    £16.99

  • Usborne Books Dont Tickle the Cow

    3 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    3 in stock

    £16.19

  • Usborne Books Construction Site Sounds

    2 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    2 in stock

    £16.99

  • Usborne Books Dinosaur Sounds

    Out of stock

    Book Synopsis

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Usborne Books Seashore Sounds

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    15 in stock

    £16.99

  • Usborne Books Lights and Sounds Unicorns

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £13.78

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Trains

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisAll aboard! This interactive sticker book includes over 150 stickers to bring the railway scenes to life. Children will love completing the pictures, including "At the station", "Steam trains" and "Rolling highways", with the stickers provided. A brilliant book for young train fans, and great preparation for a train journey.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Night Sounds

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover the magic of the night in this enchanting sound book. Little children will love listening to sleeping cats purring, owls twit-twooing and bats squeaking when they press the sound buttons on the pages of this beautifully illustrated book. There's a simple story to read aloud, holes to peek through and fingertrails to explore, too.

    10 in stock

    £16.99

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