A stunning reissue of this classic picture book. When the Queen steals Emily Brown’s favourite toy and erstwhile companion, a toy rabbit called Stanley, Emily sets out to get him back and teach that naughty queen a valuable lesson!
Winner of the 2006 Nestle Gold Award, chosen for the Richard & Judy Christmas book party, a Bookaboo Book Club book as seen on CITV and read by Amanda Holden.
‘Charming, funny and gets my vote as the best picture book of the year.’ – Financial Times
Written by Cressida Cowell, the bestselling author of the How to Train Your Dragon series. http://www.cressidacowell.co.uk/
Illustrated by award winning Neal Layton, creator of Stanley’s Stick.
http://www.neallayton.co.uk/
Winner of the 2006 Nestle Gold Award, chosen for the Richard & Judy Christmas book party, a Bookaboo Book Club book as seen on CITV and read by Amanda Holden.
‘Charming, funny and gets my vote as the best picture book of the year.’ – Financial Times
Written by Cressida Cowell, the bestselling author of the How to Train Your Dragon series. http://www.cressidacowell.co.uk/
Illustrated by award winning Neal Layton, creator of Stanley’s Stick.
http://www.neallayton.co.uk/
Reviews
Cowell's text is modern, jazzy and fun
Big. Witty. Wild.
Captures the unbreakable bond between children and their mankiest toys
A touching story about how your favourite toy isn't necessarily the newest or most expensive and will engage any small child
A must-read
Both author and illustrator are highly acclaimed in their own right and together in this absolutelu exquisite picture they have surpassed even their own high expectations. Wonderfully imaginative with a subliminal message too that toddlers everywhere will thoroughly enjoy
A brilliant story with fabulous illustrations
A very funny book about imagination and play
Neal Layton's illustrations capture both the vigour and the dreaminess of childhood
A marvellous story about love and the right way to treat a friend, perfectly finished with Neal Layton's brilliantly wacky illustrations
Cowell has written the picture book of the year
Emily is a great character
An engaging celebration of well-loved toys and imaginative play
A quirky and fantastical funny book
A great friendship story
Leaves you with an instant feeling of justice and a job well done. This funny story with a strong moral message taps into a child's special bond with a toy
Charming, funny and gets my vote for the best picture book of the year
