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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234 products


  • Lets go on a Fire Engine

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Lets go on a Fire Engine

    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

    £7.59

  • Lets go on a Tractor

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Lets go on a Tractor

    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

    £7.59

  • Don't Tickle Santa!

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Don't Tickle Santa!

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis delightful festive novelty book combines touchy-feely patches with sounds to create an irresistible treat for babies and toddlers. When you "tickle" Santa, the elves and the reindeer you'll hear them all come to life - until they all join in with a lively Christmas tune at the end.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Lets go on a Digger

    Usborne Publishing Lets go on a Digger

    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

    £7.59

  • Poppy and Sams Nature Sounds

    Usborne Publishing Poppy and Sams Nature Sounds

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisFrom splashing ducks to buzzy bees and tweeting birds, this charmingly illustrated sound book is a perfect way to help babies and toddlers learn about the natural world. As Poppy and Sam explore the forest, fields and riverside, press the buttons to bring the animals and birds to life. There are lots of details to look at and talk about together, and of course a little yellow duck to spot on every page.

    Out of stock

    £7.59

  • Was That Your Bottom, Bear?

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Was That Your Bottom, Bear?

    7 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.

    7 in stock

    £7.59

  • Dont Tickle the Ghost

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Ghost

    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

  • 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

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Don't Tickle the Unicorn!

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisYou'd better not tickle the unicorn... because it just might neigh if you do! This delightful interactive book combines touchy-feely patches with sounds: as well as the unicorn, babies and toddlers will enjoy tickling the dragon, phoenix and yeti to find out what noises they make. At the end of the book, all of the animals make their noises at the same time, along with a bouncy tune guaranteed to get everyone dancing.

    Out of stock

    £16.19

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Bedtime for Baby Bears

    Out of stock

    Book Synopsis

    Out of stock

    £10.44

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Easter Sound Book: An Easter And Springtime Book

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisYoung children will love pressing the buttons in this charming little book to hear the springtime animals. As the Easter Bunny roams around the countryside, she meets ducklings quacking in the stream, lambs going baa in the meadow and baby birds chirping in the trees. She also leaves eggs to hide wherever she goes, creating a simple spotting activity to enjoy.

    Out of stock

    £11.69

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Farm Sounds

    1 in stock

    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 colorful scenes include a sheepdog rounding up sheep, a piglet playing in the mud and ducks splashing in the pond. With simple text, holes to peek through and fingertrails to explore.

    1 in stock

    £15.99

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Trains

    3 in 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.

    3 in stock

    £7.59

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Jungle Sounds

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisLittle children can press the buttons on the pages of this book to hear the wonderful sounds of a jungle, a hungry tiger roaring, tropical birds singing and a noisy orang-utan who isn't yet ready for bed. The colorful pages show the jungle at night, the sun rising and more, with simple text, delightful illustrations and cut-out shapes to discover.

    Out of stock

    £17.99

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Night Sounds

    2 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.

    2 in stock

    £15.99

  • Bathtime for Baby Bears

    Usborne Publishing Bathtime 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

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Trucks

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisThere are dozens of different trucks to discover in this fun and lively book. Children will enjoy using the stickers to fill the pictures with lots of busy trucks. Scenes include a busy building site, a bustling town, a motorway and snowy mountains. Includes over 100 colorful stickers.

    Out of stock

    £7.59

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Don't Tickle the Pig

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisYou'd better not tickle the pig... because it just might oink if you do! Babies and toddlers won't be able to resist pressing the soft touchy-feely patches to hear the different farm animals in this delightful novelty book. After the pig, cow, sheep and horse have been tickled, they all join in at the end, making their noises along with a hilarious rendition of the Old Macdonald Had a Farm tune.

    2 in stock

    £15.29

  • Lets go on a Rocket

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Lets go on a Rocket

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis3...2...1... Blast off! From the moment when the rocket launches to the noise when it flies through a meteor storm, the five sounds in this book conjure up all the thrill of an astronaut's journey. With endearing animal artwork and exciting noises to listen to, this is a perfect way to introduce young children to the wonders of space.

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Wand Books Wizard Magic

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Wand Books Wizard Magic

    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

    £11.69

  • Lets go in a Racing Car

    Usborne Publishing Lets go in a Racing Car

    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

    £7.59

  • Lets go on a Truck

    Usborne Publishing Lets go on a Truck

    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

    £7.59

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Gorilla

    Out of stock

    Book Synopsis

    Out of stock

    £15.08

  • Usborne Books Poppy and Sams Farm Animal Sounds

    3 in stock

    3 in stock

    £11.69

  • Usborne Books Are you there Little Tiger

    15 in stock

    15 in stock

    £7.99

  • Usborne Books Lets go in a Race Car

    Out of stock

    Out of stock

    £11.69

  • Usborne Books Are You There Little Elephant

    Out of stock

    Out of stock

    £7.99

  • Dont Tickle the Dolphin

    Usborne Publishing Dont Tickle the Dolphin

    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

  • Party time for baby bears

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Party time for baby bears

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisLift the soft flaps in this adorable book to find lots of little bears getting ready for a surprise party!It's Bella Bear's birthday... and all the other bears are getting ready to give her a big surprise party. Behind each lovely soft flap in this delightfully illustrated book you'll find a bear cub hiding. From wrapping presents to hanging up the bunting, each bear is trying to keep the party a secret... until they all spring out for the birthday surprise at the end. Discover more Usborne soft flap books:Bathtime for Baby BearsBedtime for Baby Bears Playtime for Baby Bears

    3 in stock

    £7.59

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd FiveMinute Bedtime Stories

    Out of stock

    Out of stock

    £9.49

  • Usborne Books Slider Sound Books Moo

    Out of stock

    Out of stock

    £16.99

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Lets go on a Truck

    7 in stock

    7 in stock

    £12.25

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd My First Keyboard Book

    Out of stock

    Out of stock

    £14.04

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Goodnight I Love You

    1 in stock

    1 in stock

    £13.10

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Wand Books Wizard Magic

    2 in stock

    2 in stock

    £13.96

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Dont Tickle the Turkey

    4 in stock

    4 in stock

    £13.53

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Jingle Bells Sound Book

    Out of stock

    Out of stock

    £14.03

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd Little PeekThrough Books Are you there little Elf

    3 in stock

    3 in stock

    £7.62

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd The Animal Orchestra Plays Beethoven

    2 in stock

    2 in stock

    £13.71

  • Usborne Publishing Ltd 101 Optical illusions

    15 in stock

    15 in stock

    £11.15

  • Protea Boekhuis Die Raasbek-Bangmaak-Boek

    2 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    2 in stock

    £15.30

  • Türkiye Is Bankasi Kültür Yayinlari Ciftlik Öyküleri Inci ve Ege ile Saymayi

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £12.84

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