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Very Special You

A joyful spring tale with foiled pages!
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Another heartwarming story in Emma Dodd's bestselling series, Very Special You is a celebration of the joy little ones bring. Your smile is the best smile, your laugh is just right. You were made for kisses and cuddling tight. Sheep revels in the wonder and uniqueness... Read More
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A beautiful celebration of the love between a parent and child.

A beautiful celebration of the love between a parent and child.

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Another heartwarming story in Emma Dodd's bestselling series, Very Special You is a celebration of the joy little ones bring.

Your smile is the best smile,
your laugh is just right.

You were made for kisses
and cuddling tight.

Sheep revels in the wonder and uniqueness of her lamb as she spends time with her 'Very Special You'.

Read more stunning books in this series: Christmas Stars, The Greatest Gift, Follow Your Heart and Dream Big.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800781818

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 January 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Templar Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Emma Dodd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 206.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 24

About the Author

Emma studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central Saint Martin's School of Art in London and has been lucky enough to work as an illustrator ever since. She has illustrated more than 200 books for children and now writes and illustrates her own books, as well as collaborating with other authors.

Emma's two children and her love of nature and the outdoors are her main sources of inspiration. Emma lives in Guildford, Surrey with her family and their two Jack Russell terriers, Buzz and Twiglet.

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