"Lovely . . . A helpful story for shy children, providing ideas and life skills for making friends and enjoying each others company." * EYE *
"This affectionate story is funny and touching in both text and pictures." -- Nicholas Tucker * Independent on Sunday, Best Books of the Year *
"Touching and memorable. Children will be captivated from start to finish!" * Carousel *
"Very charming . . . A reassuring read for little ones just embarking upon new friendships" * The School Librarian *
"Cute and warmhearted" * Baby London *

Schoolteacher and journalist Julia Jarman has written over 80 books for children. She lives near Bedford and has three grown-up children. She now devotes a lot of time to school and library visits. Susan Varley is a prize-winning artist who has illustrated many books for Andersen Press. Her bestselling picture book Badger's Parting Gifts is one of the most enduring of all time, winning many prizes, including the Mother Goose Award. She lives in Staffordshire and has one daughter.