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A moving picture book that celebrates family and belonging, from acclaimed screenwriter Irena Brignull.
A little girl wants to know where she came from and why she doesn't have a father. When her mother cannot tell her, the girl decides to find out for herself. Her journey leads her on a quest through the woods, tracing her own story back to its source with the help of the animals she meets, until she discovers what truly matters in making a family. A timeless story with sumptuous illustrations, this picture book will be shared and treasured by all families whatever their shape or size.

A joy to pore over. The Irish Independent, Children's Books of the Year



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The illustrations glow with unusual colours like teal and amber, making the pages a joy to pore over. * The Irish Independent, Children’s Books of the Year *
A touching tale of love, family and belonging, this picturebook features beautiful, colourful illustrations of nature that take the reader, alongside the heroine, on a poetic and emotional journey. * Children's Books Ireland - Mind Yourself *
Featured in The Bookseller July Previews. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *

The Child of Dreams

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    A Paperback / softback by Irena Brignull, Richard Jones

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      Publisher Walker Books Ltd
      Published 1 July 2021
      ISBN-13 9781406392807
      978-1406392807
      ISBN-10 1406392804
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      Baby, Toddler & Pre-School Children & Teen Non-Fiction

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      A moving picture book that celebrates family and belonging, from acclaimed screenwriter Irena Brignull.
      A little girl wants to know where she came from and why she doesn't have a father. When her mother cannot tell her, the girl decides to find out for herself. Her journey leads her on a quest through the woods, tracing her own story back to its source with the help of the animals she meets, until she discovers what truly matters in making a family. A timeless story with sumptuous illustrations, this picture book will be shared and treasured by all families whatever their shape or size.

      A joy to pore over. The Irish Independent, Children's Books of the Year



      Trade Review
      The illustrations glow with unusual colours like teal and amber, making the pages a joy to pore over. * The Irish Independent, Children’s Books of the Year *
      A touching tale of love, family and belonging, this picturebook features beautiful, colourful illustrations of nature that take the reader, alongside the heroine, on a poetic and emotional journey. * Children's Books Ireland - Mind Yourself *
      Featured in The Bookseller July Previews. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *

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