Alex Latimer is een Zuid-Afrikaanse auteur en illustrator wiens werk geïnspireerd is door zijn nabijheid tot een nationaal park. Zijn creaties verkennen vaak thema's van fantasie en avontuur, verweven met humor en een onderscheidende visuele stijl. Latimers verhalen staan bekend om hun inventiviteit en hun vermogen om jonge lezers te boeien met onverwachte wendingen en fantasierijke personages.
Pip and Egg are like two peas in a pod. But as their friendship grows, so do they - for Pip this means growing roots, but Egg grows wings, and she can't wait to use them. Though Pip wishes he can follow Egg on her adventures, his roots are strong. So he watches his friend fly away. But true friends always find their way back to each other.
"Why didn't the other planets invite Earth to their holiday? Soon they'll find out the wonderful truth about Earth's 'fleas' and change their minds. When Earth turns up on the holiday she wasn't invited to and finds all the other planets in the solar system in the hut tub - even Pluto! - she discovers exactly why: it looks like she has FLEAS! Yuck. But when Earth asks everyone to take a closer look inside her atmosphere, they're amazed at what they see."--Provided by publisher.
Lion is a bully. All the other animals are terrified of him. Soon Rabbit comes to the rescue. Although he's small and Lion is big, Rabbit has something that Lion doesn't have...An extremely funny story with a wonderful little twist, and the key message that you can always get the better of a bully.Winner of the Hampshire Picture Book Award 2014
When Pig hears a strange squeaking coming from his nose, he thinks something is very wrong. The two decide to be friends, but their difference in size soon becomes a BIG problem -- they can't seem to find anything that they can both enjoy.But when it comes to friendship, does size really matter?
Violet is wild. Her Gran takes her to the zoo for a relaxing trip but, after a mix-up, Violet spends the night with the monkeys and a monkey goes back with Gran. Worse still, Gran and Violet's parents don't even notice!Will there be chaos or will a lesson be learnt?
Buster is a very difficult dog! He's messy, naughty and sometimes, well, just disgusting! But Ben thinks he's the best dog ever.When Ben goes on holiday with Mum and Dad, he tries to write down everything to help Grampa look after Buster -- but will Ben remember the most important thing? And will Grampa survive?This delightful doggy treat from the creator of Lion vs. Rabbit and Pig and Small guarantees giggles!
When an icy wind pushes an egg from its nest, five friendly dinosaurs must get it home before dark. But who does the lost egg belong to? And will they figure it out in time?
The book, first published in Great Britain in 2012, presents a compelling narrative that captures the essence of its time and place. It explores intricate themes and features well-developed characters that resonate with readers. The author's unique voice and perspective offer a fresh take on familiar subjects, making it a noteworthy addition to contemporary literature.
Once there was a boy named Tim whom no one believed, even when he was telling the truth. No one believed that it was a ninja who snaffled the last slice of cake; or that it really was a time-travelling monkey who was throwing pencils at Grampa. How can Tim get his parents to believe him - when the truth is too incredible to be true?
The story features a comically mean goose, Gordon, on a quest for redemption as he attempts to assist a rock 'n' roll moose with his broken antlers. This whimsical tale combines humor and heart, showcasing the unlikely friendship and hilarious antics that unfold during their adventure. The narrative promises a lighthearted exploration of transformation and kindness, making it a delightful read for those seeking laughter and charm.