Natalia Shaloshvili

A book-shaped hug that we all need on a day when everything just feels BLAH. Pavlo Gets the Grumps explores what happens when Pavlo does not feel like going to the park. Not today. He does not want to go swimming. He even says no to the cinema. What's going on, Pavlo? Pavlo's got the grumps. This comforting picture book...

This companion title to Natalia Shaloshvili's award-winning book Bear is a funny and comforting take on how to cope with constant worrying. With a little help from his friend Duck, Bear finds that even when his biggest (cookie-related!) worries do come true, it's not the end of the world. Bear is very happy eating his cookie. But then, he has...

Beautiful illustrations from an internationally recognised fine artist make this fun, ecologically-minded book about a bus-driving, tree-loving leopard a standout! When Miss Leoparda isn’t sleeping in her beloved tree home, she drives the bus, taking her animal friends around town on their animal business. Every day, all of the bus’s seats are taken... until the day something amazing and new...

A story about sharing and how important it is to say what you mean. Bear is all set for a perfect day. The sky is blue, there's not a cloud in the sky and he has all of his most favourite things in the world by his side - a cookie to nibble on, a book to get lost in,...

Sasha wants to join in on a playdate, but her shyness keeps getting in the way. A kindhearted, funny, reassuring story for anyone who needs more time warming up in this socially extroverted world.“Models empathy for shyness of all stripes” Kirkus ReviewsSasha has been invited to a playdate at Leo's. Leo bounces up and down as he wants to play...

A hilarious and heartwarming picture book about sharing, big feelings, and learning how to speak up! Packed with vibrant illustrations and laugh-out-loud moments, Bear is a delightful story that little readers will want to revisit again and again. Perfect for bedtime, storytime, or any time! Bear is ready for the perfect day - blue skies, a cosy bench, his favourite...