Children’s / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories
Nancy Paulsen Books Dear Stray
Book SynopsisA prickly kitten and the child who chooses it revel in being kindred spirits while they both learn how to live with their wild side.When a little girl adopts a tigerish stray kitten from the shelter, her family isn''t sure about her choice. But she can see that she and the kitten have lots in common as they both have a tendency to lash out when they’re uncomfortable. The little girl does her best to be patient and give her kitten plenty of space, treating it the way she likes to be treated. And in doing so, somehow they figure out just the right ways to help calm each other. A poignant text and evocative art make this story about two friends who share the heart of a tiger a standout.Trade Review* “Digitally assembled watercolor and ink illustrations from Gal movingly reinforce this prickly kinship via emphatic brushstrokes and dramatic hues. Between the child and ‘Dear Stray,’ the relationship can prove a rocky one. While the child empathizes with the cat expressing its inner tiger, its reactions also seem to heartily reflect the child’s own arm’s-length relationship with the world. A day spent together in the calm of the outdoors, followed by a few scary hours when the kitten goes missing, enables each to let down their guard and realize comfort and vulnerability.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review* “The girl’s narration is deceptively simple, poignantly belying the complexity of her feelings, both toward the kitten and toward herself; she understands their mutual need for space but sometimes wishes she could open herself up more. . . . While the pair seem to believe themselves in their own separate little worlds, viewers can track the two as they circle each other, emotionally and physically, with the cat trailing after the girl with an inquisitive expression in some scenes and the girl looking for the cat in others, a clear need for connection in her face and body language. The watercolor-and-ink art is rife with detail and texture, with black scritch-scratches making up the girl’s messy hair and the cat’s tiger-striped fur, and the girl’s angular form echoes the claws-out feline’s fury. . . . Respects its characters’ need for space while still giving them emotional connection.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books, starred review“A child writes letters to a new kitten. ‘Dear stray,’ they begin; each letter reveals details about their developing relationship and the protagonist’s uphill path to emotional growth. . . . With mismatched socks, tangled hair, and a persistent scowl, the child is a mirror of the kitten, who has their hackles raised and claws out. . . . But as the kitten starts to settle in, the child, too, finds a way to calm the inner storm. . . . The child and kitten are still plenty spiky but also soothed by the joy of belonging to each other. Tender and earnest, this sweet story will speak to any reader who has ever felt like an angry kitten. Saturated watercolors and forceful brush strokes expressively capture the child and the kitten in motion. . . . A touching tale about two prickly pals who find a way to be soft together.” —Kirkus Reviews“Days filled with emotional twirls and sticky, spiky, scratchy shared feelings between a young girl and her adopted stray kitten immediately convey to readers it’s okay to be grouchy. . . . The story begins each day with “dear stray,” revealing a child’s innermost irritable self and her relationship with the kitten that grows from the prickliest hisses to a shared tenderness guaranteed to appeal to anyone who has ever felt like an irascible feline. Poignant text complemented by strong vibrant watercolor washes evokes feelings in motion. The expressive drawings saturate each page making this story about a tempestuous young girl and her fierce furry companion come to life in the softest way possible. With sensitivity and compassion, Hubbard’s characters display emotions that bridge several social-emotional topics, making this gem of a book accessible to readers across several grades and reading levels.” —School Library Journal
£15.19
Penguin USA The Bookshop of Dust and Dreams
Book SynopsisThis moving story about a magical bookstore explores the way war can shape a family and is perfect for book lovers everywhere, especially fans of Pages & Co., Pax, and Wolf Hollow.It’s 1944 Sutton, NY, and Poppy’s family owns and runs, Rhyme and Reason, a magical bookshop that caters to people from all different places and time periods. Though her world is ravaged by World War II, customers hail from the past and the future, infusing the shop with a delightful mix of ideas and experiences. Poppy dreams of someday becoming shopkeeper like her father, though her older brother, Al, is technically next in line for the job. She knows all of the rules handed down from one generation of Bookseller to the next, especially their most important one: shopkeepers must never use the magic for themselves. But then Al’s best friend is killed in the war and her brother wants to use the magic of the shop to save him. With her fath
£10.21
Penguin Putnam Inc Almost Flying
Book SynopsisIn this Stonewall Honor book, a week-long amusement park road trip becomes a true roller coaster of emotion when Dalia realizes she has more-than-friend feelings for her new bestie.Dalia?s journey to self-discovery isrefreshingly honest, and this entire cast of characters will steal your heart.?? Maulik Pancholy, actor and Stonewall Honor-winning author of The Best At ItWould-be amusement park aficionado Dalia only has two items on her summer bucket list: (1) finally ride a roller coaster and (2) figure out how to make a new best friend. But when her dad suddenly announces that he''s engaged, Dalia''s schemes come to a screeching halt. With Dalia''s future stepsister Alexa heading back to college soon, the grown-ups want the girls to spend the last weeks of summer bonding--meaning Alexa has to cancel the amusement park road trip she''s been planning for months. Luckily Dalia comes up with a new plan: If she joins Alexa on her trip and brings Rani, the new girl from her swim team, along maybe she can have the perfect summer after all. But what starts out as a week of funnel cakes and Lazy River rides goes off the rails when Dalia discovers that Alexa''s girlfriend is joining the trip. And keeping Alexa''s secret makes Dalia realize one of her own: She might have more-than-friend feelings for Rani.Trade ReviewA 2022 Stonewall Honor Book“Almost Flying is a thrilling celebration of all the twists and turns, breathtaking jumps and heart-pounding falls of a first crush. Dalia’s journey to self-discovery is refreshingly honest, and this entire cast of characters will steal your heart. Every middle schooler will want to take this ride.” – Maulik Pancholy, actor and Stonewall Honor-winning author of The Best At It“Fierce and tender all at once, Almost Flying is a soaring roller coaster ride of a book that stole my breath with every heartwarming twist and each empowering turn.” –Ashley Herring Blake, Stonewall Honor-winning author of Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World“A story about the messiness of family, the confusion and awkwardness of a first crush, and the bonds that can only exist between older and younger queer teens. This charming debut had my heart soaring.” –Nicole Melleby, author of Hurricane Season and In the Role of Brie Hutchens…“A delightfully queer-positive and engrossing road trip story.” –Booklist“While this book contains many elements that are widely relatable, the storyline around exploring sexuality is especially resonant… A heartwarming, queer-affirming story.” –Kirkus
£7.99
Penguin USA How It All Blew Up
Book SynopsisSimon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda goes to Italy in Arvin Ahmadi''s newest incisive look at identity and what it means to find yourself by running away.Eighteen-year-old Amir Azadi always knew coming out to his Muslim family would be messy--he just didn''t think it would end in an airport interrogation room. But when faced with a failed relationship, bullies, and blackmail, running away to Rome is his only option. Right?Soon, late nights with new friends and dates in the Sistine Chapel start to feel like second nature... until his old life comes knocking on his door. Now, Amir has to tell the whole truth and nothing but the truth to a US Customs officer, or risk losing his hard-won freedom.At turns uplifting and devastating, How It All Blew Up is Arvin Ahmadi''s most powerful novel yet, a celebration of how life''s most painful moments can live alongside the riotous, life-changing joys of discovering who you are.
£10.44
Penguin USA Trouble in the Stars
Book SynopsisA space chase that would feel right at home in the world of Star Wars. Unexpectedly out of this world. —Kirkus Reviews From acclaimed author Sarah Prineas comes an action-packed, funny, and heartwarming outer-space adventure about a troublesome little shape-shifter on the run from the law. Perfect for fans of Rick Riordan and Geoff Rodkey!Trouble knows two things: they are a shapeshifter, and they are running from something--but they don't know what. So when the StarLeague shows up, Trouble figures it's time to flee.Changing from blob of goo form, to adorable puppy form, to human boy form, Trouble stows away on the Hindsight, a ship crewed by the best navigators and engineers in the galaxy, led by the fearsome Captain Astra. As the ship travels, Trouble uses the time to figure out how to be a good human boy, and starts to feel safe. But when a young StarLeague cadet shows up to capture Trouble, things get compl
£13.49
Random House USA Inc How to Catch Santa
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£8.55
Random House USA Inc The Real Santa
Book SynopsisJoin one Black family on their journey to discover what Santa looks like in this joyous board book celebrating identity, family and holiday cheer!It?s not Christmas without Santa! But what does Santa truly look like? Does he match the figurines on the mantel, or the faces on our favorite holiday sweaters? Does he look like you or like me?Find out in this joyous and cozy celebration of family, representation, and holiday spirit! Destined to be a new classic, and perfect for any child looking to see some of themself in Santa Claus.
£7.99
Random House Children's Books Repeat After Me
Book SynopsisNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From parents and actors Jazmyn Simon and Dulé Hill comes a picture book filled with beautiful, inspiring affirmations reminding kiddos of their infinite wonder. Perfect for children of any age!I am worthy. I am loved. I am enough. Every child, no matter their age, needs to know how loved they are and, more importantly, should love themselves. In this gorgeously illustrated book of affirmations, young readers are told how cherished, deserving, and gifted they are.In their tender picture book, actors Jazmyn Simon and Dulé Hill tell children about the magic of self-love and standing firm, regardless of outside voices and doubt. Children will feel their confidence grow as they repeat the encouraging words on the page, take in the warm illustrations, and learn to believe in themselves!
£15.19
Random House USA Inc Didnt See That Coming
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£11.50
Penguin Young Readers Group Everything We Never Had
£10.32
Random House USA Inc The Gathering Table
Book SynopsisThe author of Nigel and the Moon delivers a joyful picture book about how a Southern family gathers around a special table for year-round celebrations that highlight the importance of family, community, and coming together.In my family, there are traditions.And my favorite?happen around this table.No matter the season, no matter the reason, the love that surrounds this boy''s family table is palpable and neverending. From a golden anniversary to Juneteenth, a special wedding to a new baby sister, here is a family that never forgets to come together and celebrate what it truly means to be there for each other.Heartfelt illustrations complement the lyrical text in this poignant picture book that reveals how Gullah Geechee culture contributes to a family''s love, and reminds us the importance of building community one gathering at a time.
£15.19
Random House USA Inc Kente for Jojo
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£15.19
Random House Children's Books Love Dad
Book SynopsisThis illustrated collection of heartfelt letters is about the many beautiful hopes and dreams that fathers have for their children. A perfect gift for any dad!When you grow up, I hope you......let your smile change the world...feel you are loved, in every cell of your body...learn how to help those who need a handEighteen dads from different walks of life took turns finishing thatsentence. Some of them expressed hope that their children would dream big and be kind. Others wanted their kids to have love and respect for themselves and others.What they all share is a wish to express their support for their children as they learn and grow.Whether you are celebrating Father''s Day, birthdays, or another momentous event, this anthology of letters is a great way to celebrate father figures everywhere.
£12.34
Random House USA Inc Oh No Ojó
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£15.19
Random House USA Inc The Dog Who Made It Better
Book SynopsisDr. Blob may not be a doctor but he is a dog witha very important job...it might even include saving a life or two. An uplifting tale of hope, healing, and the power of family to overcome grief.Dr. Blob has the best life a dog could ask for. He eats and he sleeps and he plays. He loves his family and they love him back. Life is pretty perfect.Then the Very Bad Thing happens. Suddenly life doesn''t seem so perfect and Dr. Blob is more afraid than he ever remembers being. How can he help his family get past the tragedy when what''s hurting them can''t be bitten or growled at? To make matters worse, there''s a new pet in the house and a growing threat outside of it in the form of an animal-hating neighor with a sinister plan. Will Dr. Blob be able to protect all he loves and save his family from grief?The Dog Who Made It Better is the story of a dazzling, if cowardly, Bernese Mountain dog learning what he would sacrifice for his faimly?and how, sometimes, the best way to overcome our fears is to face them.
£14.24
Random House USA Inc Untitled Delacorte 9168
£17.24
Random House Children's Books Mi Prima La Quinceañera My Cousin the Quinceañera
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£6.84
Clarion Books The Lemonade War 1
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£17.09
Behind the Riverbank Books ImATry
£10.16
HarperCollins Publishers Inc All the Colors of the Earth
Book SynopsisTrade Review"With her lyrical text and splendid oil paintings, Hamanaka offers a hymn to children everywhere... Extraordinary, light-filled paintings accompany the single curving line of text on each page... These joyful illustrations amply celebrate the richness and diversity of the world's ethnic heritages." — Publishers Weekly
£10.90
Aladdin Paperbacks Shiloh Paperback
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£8.88
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Among the Barons 04 Shadow Children Books
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£9.35
Scholastic All the Jingle Ladies
Book SynopsisA brand-new snowy rom-com.
£8.54
Happy Yak Come Out Come Out Chameleon
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£999.99
Tundra Troop Esme
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£9.78
Tundra Books Iron Widow Book 1
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£10.79
Ediciones Nortesur Sigamos Subiendo
£7.59
Headline Publishing Group Gossip Girl The Carlyles Take A Chance On Me v 3
Book SynopsisThe third book in the deliciously scandalous GOSSIP GIRL THE CARLYLES series Owen, Avery and Baby Carlyle are really finding their feet on the Upper East Side. Owen''s secret is out and he and Kelsey can live happily ever after. Can''t they? Avery is set to take her place as Queen Bee now she has an internship at Metropolitan magazine. If she could just sort out her love life... And Baby has finally realised that J.P. is just too, well, ''perfect'' for her - she wants someone a bit more interesting and surprising. Maybe she needs to look a little further a field... Gossip Girl will keep you informed of all the juicy details - even the ones they don''t want you to know!
£9.99
Little, Brown & Company Kazu Jones and the Comic Book Criminal
Book Synopsis Kazu Jones, scrappy fifth grade detective, is back on the case and ready to track down a local store vandal in this fun and exciting book filled with mystery.Fresh off their first successful investigation, Kazu and her friends—March, CindeeRae, and Madeline—are hungry for their next case, which comes when a vandal begins targeting local comic book stores with anti-comic graffiti. March is especially desperate to unmask the villain before his beloved shop, The Super Pickle, gets hit. But when March takes over, the gang starts butting heads.It doesn't help that Kazu is distracted by another mystery at home: her mom is bedridden and her grandmother has come from Japan to help out, but no one will tell Kazu what's going on. Juggling two investigations is not easy.When Kazu and the gang trace the vandal's secret identity to one of the most popular superhero characters in the nation, they realize the vandal's revenge plot is much more explosive than they thought. But can they put aside their differences in time to catch this criminal—or will both of Kazu's cases fall apart?
£8.50
Little, Brown & Company Love Times Infinity
Book SynopsisHigh school junior Michie is struggling to answer the question of who she is for her scholarship essays, the only chance she has at making it into Brown as a first-generation college student. The essay prompts would be hard for anyone, but since Michie''s been estranged from her mother since she was seven, her concept of family has long felt murky.Enter new kid and basketball superstar Derek de la Rosa, an instant crush who sends Michie''s focus into a tailspin. At their teacher''s suggestion, Derek enlists Michie as a tutor to help him catch up in Spanish class, turning life upside down. Because Derek? He is very cute, very talented, very popular, and very much has his eye on Michie, no matter how invisible she believes herself to be.When Michie''s mother unexpectedly reaches out to make amends, and with her scholarship deadlines looming, Michie will have to decide if she wants to reopen old wounds or close the door on her past once and for all. And as she spends mo
£9.99
Kar-Ben Copies Ltd Hannahs Way
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£7.95
Running Press,U.S. Beautiful
Book SynopsisA timely and empowering picture book that redefines the meaning of beauty for young girls.Trade ReviewThe tone is bold and forthright, as it needs to be to counter the ubiquitous other messages that tell girls how to behave, and the illustrations boast a multiracial cast and even girls playing basketball in wheelchairs. While this will appeal most to girls and their parents, there's no reason why boys should not enjoy it, too. -Booklist
£14.24
Running Press,U.S. The Battle of Junk Mountain
Book SynopsisFor fans of Rebecca Stead and Jennifer L. Holm, this is an atmospheric summer beach read for middle school readers.
£13.29
Running Press,U.S. Over the Top
Book SynopsisFrom an award-winning author comes a funny and honest middle grade novel following Diva Cleopatra as she tries to adapt to her new home and school while coming face-to-face with the school's mean girls. Eleven-year-old Diva is horrified (but not surprised) that her mother's new dream home is a bright pink castle-like house. But the pink palace is only the beginning of a series of new humiliations. While acting as a glitzy mermaid for her Mom's party planning business, Diva is spotted by some classmates who won’t let her live it down. When she works up the courage to audition for her new school's play, she's cast in a surprising (and ridiculous) role. But it’s when her family throws her a huge surprise birthday party that things really lurch toward disaster. How can Diva stay true to her introverted, under-the-radar self in an in-your-face, over-the-top world?
£13.29
Running Press,U.S. The Grumbles
Book SynopsisAre you trying to teach your family about gratitude? The Grumbles are here to help . . . they just don't know it yet!The Grumble family tried not to complain but bills and laundry and sibling squabbles kept everyone rumbling. When Grandma Grateful comes for a visit, things change. Bestselling authors Tricia Goyer and Amy Parker team up to spread an attitude of gratitude. The Grumbles teach children: how to approach life with a gracious mindset about core Christian values how to seek out the goodness in everything and identify blessings This picture book is perfect for: ages 4 to 8 a classroom story time focused on thankfulness, kindness, or gratitude reading aloud together as a bedtime story birthdays, holiday gift giving, or as an addition to your home library The Grumbles is a sweet, simple, and silly story about how to turn grumbles into gratefulness.
£14.24
Running Press,U.S. Pink
Book SynopsisCelebrate the fifth anniversary of the Women's March with this delightful multigenerational picture book about female empowerment.Lina notices her grandmother knitting with pink yarn and soon learns that she’s making special hats to wear at an important march to celebrate women and their rights. Even though she sometimes feels small, Lina learns how to knit her own pink hat, and her confidence begins to build. When Lina and her family join the Women’s March in Washington, DC, she is energized by the crowd and the sea of pink hats. It’s amazing to see so many people all knitted together! And as Lina marches, she feels much bigger than she ever has before.Celebrate the importance of the Women’s March with young children in Virginia Zimmerman’s and Mary Newell DePalma’s remarkable and empowering story about one girl’s journey from knitting a hat to making a difference.
£13.29
Running Press,U.S. Close to You from Far Away
Book SynopsisA granddaughter realizes how she can stay connected while living far from her grandma in this charming picture book with real postcards to send to a loved one! Gigi and Grandma always loved being together. But when Gigi moves far away, she misses Grandma. Every time Gigi feels sad, Grandma tells her, “Don’t worry, Gigi, it’s okay. I’m close to you from far away.” But what does that mean? Find out how to maintain a feeling of closeness to someone you love while being far away from them in this delightful book about family, letter writing, and love. Bonus material: create your own postcards to send to loved ones with four delightful cards in the back of the book.
£15.19
Running Press,U.S. The Rainbow Park
Book SynopsisThis board book explores all of the colors of the rainbow through the adventures of a modern, Black, intergenerational family in (and with) their community. On an outing to the local community park, a family explores all the colors of the rainbow--from a favorite red slide and purple sprinkler to a yellow bench where grandparents watch and relax. Publishing simultaneously with The Numbers Store, The Rainbow Park is part of an exciting new board book series, featuring an intergenerational Black family over the course of a day, that teaches readers early-concepts such as colors and numbers.
£7.99
Running Press,U.S. Love Bubble
Book SynopsisThis inspiring and lyrical picture book from an acclaimed spoken-word poet and award-winning author is a reminder of the magic that lies within each of us and shows the power of loving yourself and your community. Love bubbles are meant to protect us from the trouble that can find us in daily life. They require faith, hope, and persistence to give them power. Encouraging readers to dig deep and believe in themselves, Harold Green III's Love Bubble reminds children of the power of love—for ourselves and everyone around us.
£14.24
Running Press,U.S. The Humiliations of Pipi McGee
Book Synopsis Award-winning author Beth Vrabel writes with humor and empathy about a girl who wants to shed her embarrassing moments before she leaves middle school behind her. The first eight years of Penelope McGee''s education have been a curriculum in humiliation. Now she is on a quest for redemption, and a little bit of revenge. From her kindergarten self-portrait as a bacon with boobs, to fourth grade when she peed her pants in the library thanks to a stuck zipper to seventh grade where...well, she doesn''t talk about seventh grade. Ever.After hearing the guidance counselor lecturing them on how high school will be a clean slate for everyone, Pipi--fearing that her eight humiliations will follow her into the halls of Northbrook High School--decides to use her last year in middle school to right the wrongs of her early education and save other innocents from the same picked-on, laughed-at fate. Pipi McGee is seeking redemption, but she''ll take revenge, too.
£13.29
Candlewick Press,U.S. Guess How Much I Love You
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£12.65
Candlewick Press,U.S. Raymie Nightingale
Book SynopsisA 2016 National Book Award Finalist! As featured on The Today Show’s Read with Jenna Jr. Book ClubTwo-time Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo returns to her roots with a moving, masterful story of an unforgettable summer friendship.Raymie Clarke has come to realize that everything, absolutely everything, depends on her. And she has a plan. If Raymie can win the Little Miss Central Florida Tire competition, then her father, who left town two days ago with a dental hygienist, will see Raymie's picture in the paper and (maybe) come home. To win, not only does Raymie have to do good deeds and learn how to twirl a baton; she also has to contend with the wispy, frequently fainting Louisiana Elefante, who has a show-business background, and the fiery, stubborn Beverly Tapinski, who’s determined to sabotage the contest. But as the competition approaches, loneliness, loss, and unanswerable questions draw the three girls into an unlike
£16.14
Crabtree Publishing Co,US Changing Direction Motion CloseUp
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£7.99
Hyperion The Hello Goodbye Window Caldecott Medal Winner
Book SynopsisA Caldecott Medal Winner From the acclaimed author of the classic book The Phantom Tollbooth comes a love song to that special relationship between grandparents and grandchild, illustrated by a multi-Caldecott recipient. The kitchen window at Nanna and Poppy's house is, for one little girl, a magic gateway. Everything important happens near it, through it, or beyond it. The world for this little girl will soon grow larger and more complex, but never more enchanting or deeply felt. Her story is both a voyage of discovery and a celebration of the commonplace wonders that define childhood, expressed as a joyful fusion of text with evocative and exuberant art that garnered the highest honor in children's book illustration in 2006.
£14.24
Human & Rousseau (Pty) Ltd The day the dragon came
Book SynopsisThis book tackles the serious matter of sexual abuse and serves to inform and empower children. It highlights the warning signs of sexual abuse and teaches children how to react in such a situation.
£8.49
Human & Rousseau (Pty) Ltd The day the dragon came
Book SynopsisThis book tackles the serious matter of child molestation and serves to inform and empower children. It highlights the warning signs of sexual abuse and teaches children how to react in such a situation.
£8.49
Random House Children's Books The Boxcar Children Mysteries Boxed Set Books 112
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£60.00
Worthy Publishing Love You Always
Book SynopsisA child is a treasured leaf on a family tree, surrounded by love from Mom, Dad, doting grandparents, aunts and uncles, and family friends too. This sweet, reassuring board book from Eileen Spinelli acknowledges the whole treethe many who are invested in a child's lifewith expressions of unconditional love from each. Heartwarming verse and charming artwork will make this book a must-buy for baby showers, birthdays, and other occasions.
£8.50
