A joyful tale about acceptance and belonging from the creators of international sensation, Im Sticking with You!
Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2022
Praise for I'm Sticking with You: 'A wonderful, warm bear-hug of a story with sumptuous illustrations. A modern classic.' - Jim Field, illustrator of Oi Frog and The Lion Inside.
'Deftly humorous images and warmly rhyming text make for a lovely book to cuddle up with.' The Guardian
Much-loved characters Bear and Squirrel are back! And theyve found the perfect rhythm for their friendship. Until, that is, Chicken turns up... She wants in! But how will Bear and Squirrel feel about accepting a new friend? Will they come to see that some things work out when we do them together. That two can be goodbut three can be BETTER? This beautifully written, gorgeously illustrated follow-up to the bestselling Im Sticking with You is the perfect book for examining how, even if new friends might disrupt the rhythm at first, the sense of belonging that friendship can bring has the potential to make your heart sing!
Smriti Halls Is the internationally bestselling author of over 30 books for children. Before becoming a full time writer in 2012, she worked in children's publishing and television. She's now been published in more than 30 languages from Arabic to Afrikaans and from Catalan to Korean. She lives in London, UK with her husband and three children. Steve Small has worked in animation for over thirty years as a director, designer, and animator. The work has varied from working on Disney features to designing and directing shorts, TV series, and commercials. Hes the illustrator of Im Sticking with You and the author and illustrator of The Duck Who Didnt Like Water, Wellingtons Big Day Out, Brave Little Bear, and The Hare Who Wouldnt Share. Steve lives in London, and when hes not painting and drawing, youll likely find him feeding the crows on Blackheath Common.
