Sue creëert verhalen die de betovering van de natuur verweven met een diepgaand begrip van de kinderlijke psyche. Haar verhalen putten uit persoonlijke ervaringen en de overtuiging van de helende kracht van verhalen vertellen en de natuurlijke wereld, met name wilde, rustige, groene ruimtes. Ze brengt personages en situaties tot leven die kinderen en volwassenen helpen bij het navigeren van complexe emoties zoals verwarring, verdriet of angst. Haar expertise in het schrijven voor jongeren, aangescherpt door academische studies, stelt haar in staat om boeiende en heilzame verhalen te creëren.
Set against the backdrop of a remote Exmoor farm during a harsh winter, an eleven-year-old girl named Addie grapples with her emotional turmoil and distrust of others. Her life takes a turn when she rescues a wild foal trapped in the snow, leading to a journey of adventure and unexpected friendship. Through this bond, Addie begins to heal and finds hope in the idea of belonging and the meaning of home.
'I absolutely love Snow Foal - it's so truthful, tender and touching. A book to read in a day and remember for a lifetime.' - Dame Jacqueline Wilson The perfect Christmas book for children. A beautiful and heart-wrenching middle grade debut for kids aged 9 to 11, full of love, healing, friendship and hope. Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson's Tracey Beaker, Cathy Cassidy, Pax and Gill Lewis. When eleven-year-old Addie goes to stay with a foster family on a remote Exmoor farm in the midst of a very cold winter, she is full of hurt, anger and a deep mistrust of everyone around her. Until one day, when she rescues a tiny wild foal from the moorland snow and Addie discovers that perhaps she's not so alone after all. And as adventure and unexpected friendship blossom, Addie is determined that both of them will know what is to be home again soon . . . A beautifully written, warm read for anyone looking for a gorgeous family book to read together and to capture the imagination of young horse fans too. Susanna Bailey divides her time between writing, freelance social-work, and lecturing in Creative Writing at Bath Spa University, where she also studied. Susanna wrote Snow Foal during her time at the same university where she drew much inspiration from her tutor, award-winning David Almond. Snow Foal has already been shortlisted for the Joan Aitken Future Classics Prize.
The brand new novel from the critically-acclaimed author of Snow Foal and Otters' Moon. Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson and Gill Lewis.
Luke hates his life. His dad is busy with a shiny replacement family and his mum has insisted they spend their holiday on a remote Scottish island. Then Luke meets Meg, who lives with her grandfather in a boarded-up boat house on the beach. And when together they rescue an otter pup that they name Willow, a chink of light appears in Luke's dark and lonely days. But danger lurks behind the beauty of Puffin Bay and soon Luke must depend upon Willow for his very survival...
Featuring 365 poems, thoughts and reflections by revered poets, sages and mystics, from the East and the West. This is a carefully curated collection of beautiful prose to promote deeper soul connection.
A captivating new adventure unfolds in this tale by Susanna Bailey, known for her critically acclaimed work, Snow Foal. The narrative promises to be both spellbinding and poignant, inviting readers into an engaging world filled with emotion and discovery. Bailey's storytelling is expected to resonate deeply, showcasing her talent for creating immersive and heartfelt experiences.
Luke není poslední dobou ve své kůži. Jeho táta si založil novou rodinu a na něj už nemá čas. A aby toho nebylo málo, máma ho nutí jet na prázdniny na odlehlý skotský ostrov, kam se mu vůbec nechce. Seznamuje se tam ale s Meg, která žije se svým dědečkem v loděnici na pláži. Společně se jim podaří zachránit opuštěné vydří mládě a Luke zase začne vidět život z té lepší stránky. Jenže pak začne ostrov vydávat svá temná tajemství...