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The Bakery of Happiness

Series: Little Gems
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In The Bakery of Happiness by Ian Beck, a magical bakery in a quaint village offers pastries that bring joy to those who taste them. The story follows a young girl who discovers the bakery's secrets and learns about the power of kindness and happiness. It's a heartwarming tale that encourages young readers to appreciate the simple joys in life.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This delightful children's book might enchant you if you enjoy stories filled with whimsy and warmth. It weaves a magical tale about friendship and finding joy in the simplest things. Perfect for young readers who appreciate charming illustrations and a heartwarming storyline.

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The Bakery of Happiness

Award-winning author-illustrator Ian Beck spreads joy in Paris with this charming tale of love and delicious baked goods.

Award-winning author–illustrator Ian Beck spreads joy in Paris with this charming tale of love and delicious baked goods.

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Award-winning author–illustrator Ian Beck spreads joy in Paris with this charming tale of love and delicious baked goods.

The Bakery of Happiness centres around Paul du Pain's bakery, a very special place. Each day, Paul bakes the bread while Marie serves customers in the shop. Everyone who walks in the door walks back out feeling happier than before.

But when Marie goes away, Paul's days become sad and grey. Without her, the bakery's magic is gone. Will Paul ever be able to win her back?

A charming, heartfelt and timeless tale from an award-winning author-illustrator.

Series: Little Gems

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The Bakery of Happiness by Ian Beck is described as a modern-day fairy tale that is beautifully produced and illustrated. The book is praised for being a heart-warming story set in a Parisian bakery, capturing themes of love and friendship with the charm of a classic romance and the allure of delicious baking.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781128787

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 August 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 168.0mm

Weight: 120g

Pages: 88

About the Author

Ian Beck studied illustration at Brighton College of Art, where his teachers included Raymond Briggs. Although he is a much-loved children's book author and illustrator, one of his most famous pictures is the cover of Sir Elton John's iconic Goodbye Yellow Brick Road album! Ian lives in Twickenham and writes and draws in a garden shed with his dog Gracie beside him.

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