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Torla and Smorla and The Deeper than Average Hole

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From the author of the bestselling Oi Frog! comes an absurdly funny and heart-warming lift-the-flap picture book about two best friends, who just happen to be giraffes. Meet Torla, the taller-than-average giraffe, and Smorla, who is... well, smaller than average. In The Deeper than Average Hole, Smorla... Read More
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Torla and Smorla and The Deeper than Average Hole

Torla and Smorla and The Deeper than Average Hole is a laugh-out-loud, heartwarming tale of two lovable giraffes and their unshakeable friendship. Packed with humour, kindness, and a few unexpected twists, this delightful story shows just how far friends will go to help one another - even when faced with a rather unusual challenge! 

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From the author of the bestselling Oi Frog! comes an absurdly funny and heart-warming lift-the-flap picture book about two best friends, who just happen to be giraffes. 

Meet Torla, the taller-than-average giraffe, and Smorla, who is... well, smaller than average. In The Deeper than Average Hole, Smorla must figure out how to rescue her friend, but despite her best efforts, Torla remains resolutely stuck.How will Smorla get her out?! Featuring two stronger-than-average elephants, one hairier-than-average gorilla, and a BIG surprise, this book is packed with uproarious deadpan humour that will have kids and grown-ups giggling as they turn the pages. 

Beyond the laughs, The Deeper than Average Hole teaches children the importance of persistence and helping others as Smorla works tirelessly to save her friend Torla from a tricky situation. This lovable series will get children thinking about the world around them in a fun and engaging way. 

This is the second book in a laugh-out-loud series by Kes Gray, with bright and witty illustrations from award-winning artist Chris Jevons. Designed in a unique, narrowed portrait format to emphasise the giraffes' height and the hole's depth, this playful picture book includes four gatefolds, offering a special and interactive reading experience that actively engages children. 

At times whimsical and at others hilarious, this series by Kes Gray follows Torla and Smorla on their extraordinary adventures. Their love and trust take their unlikely friendship to exciting new heights. 

Series: Torla and Smorla

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780711288126

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 July 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Happy Yak

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Chris Jevons

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 144.0mm

Height: 295.0mm

Weight: 350g

Pages: 24

About the Author

Kes Gray is a British author who exploded onto the shelves in 2000 with his debut and prize-winning picture book, Eat Your Peas. He has since published more than twenty-five Daisy books, with sales topping more than a million copies. In 2014, his picture book phenomenon Oi Frog! spawned the most popular picture book series of recent times, with sales of over 2.5 million copies worldwide.  Chris Jevons is an award-winning UK-based children's picture book illustrator with a passion for character design and storytelling. He began his career studying Art and Design at college and 3D Animation at university. Chris has illustrated books for fantastic authors including Peter Bently, Maz Evans, Lucy Rowland and Kes Gray. Chris' most recent books include: Goldilocks in Space, My Daddy is Hilarious, 101 Bums, 101 Spooky Bums, Superpoop, Onesie Party and The Exploding Life of Scarlett Fife.

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