A stunning, hopeful and poignant middle-grade animal story, written and illustrated by debut author Holly Surplice.

The horse arrives in the storm, when Merryn needs him most, following the loss of her father. Sorrel is a dreamlike creature, seemingly made from the woods and the sea. Perhaps she wished him into existence.

He becomes her friend and confidant. Throughout the summer and autumn, they ride and play, but as Christmas approaches, it will require all of Merryn’s new-found strength to help her mum and her sisters heal too.

• A perfect Christmas gift for readers aged 9 and up; all the makings of a modern classic.
• A beautiful jacketed hardback with blue ink interior printing.
• Explores themes of grief, family and healing in an accessible way for young readers.
• Shades of Lauren St John and Marianne Dreams.

A little fawn wakes up to discover that the world outside has changed after a fall of snow. As he takes his first faltering steps into this exciting snow-white world, he finds there’s so much to explore. But then it’s time to return to the warmth of home, where his mummy and daddy are waiting for him.

This beautifully illustrated book is perfect for snuggling up with on cold winter days.

One guinea pig mummy loves her little one so much more than she can say. As they spend a fun-filled day together – painting, reading, baking and sharing a very special picnic – she finds lots of different ways to show the very special love between a mother and child.

This delightful picture book from Holly Surplice, creator of Hush-a-Bye Bunny and Guinea Pig Party, is the perfect gift for Mothers’ Day. Featuring gorgeous artwork, full of warmth and humour, and accompanied by lullaby rhyming text, this story cleverly introduces each of the five senses: sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste.

It’s time for Bunny to go to bed, but he doesn’t want to leave his mummy and when he gets all tearful, Mummy Bunny knows just the rock-a-bye lullaby to comfort her little one. Hush-a-Bye Bunny is perfect for comforting sleepy little bunnies who don’t like being left alone when it’s time to turn out the light.

A winning combination of adorable artwork, read-aloud rhyming text and a soothing bedtime story from talented artist and creator of the much-loved Guinea Pig Party, Holly Surplice. This eye-catching picture book with shimmering silver foil on the cover is sure to become a bedtime favourite.