Deze auteur uit Dublin, woonachtig in Wicklow, heeft bijna dertig jaar gewijd aan het maken van prentenboeken en heeft haar repertoire nu uitgebreid met romans. Haar werk kenmerkt zich door een onderscheidende stijl die lezers van alle leeftijden boeit. Met haar schrijven beoogt ze diepgaande menselijke emoties en relaties te verkennen door middel van meeslepende verhalen. Haar literaire bijdrage ligt in het verrijken van kinderliteratuur met werken van artistieke waarde en belangrijke boodschappen.
Set in the sweltering summer of 1970s Donegal, the story follows three friends who form a bond with a dolphin named Rinn. Their secret swimming escapades take a turn when rival villagers plot to capture the beloved creature. This compelling young adult novel features a large cast and explores themes of friendship, adventure, and the challenges of protecting something precious from outside threats.
The book invites readers on an exhilarating journey aboard a train, emphasizing the power of imagination to enhance the experience. With a rhythmic narrative, it encourages engagement and interaction, making it perfect for read-aloud sessions. The lively portrayal of the train ride captures the excitement and adventure that comes with travel, sparking creativity in young minds.
If Suzy wants something, somehow Rhiannon can make it so: friends, beach parties, midnight photoshoots under a moonlit sky .
This beautiful, funny picture book perfectly captures the feelings of a child with a new baby in the family.
Curiosity sparks a heartwarming connection between a mother owl and her three owlets and their new bat neighbors. Initially wary of each other, the two families learn to embrace their differences during a stormy night that encourages bonding. Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick's graphic style enhances this wordless tale, filled with expressive illustrations that convey humor and warmth, celebrating themes of tolerance and friendship. It's a delightful story that appeals to readers of all ages.