{"title":"Nicola Kinnear","description":"\u003cp\u003eNicola Kinnear crafts charming and engaging \u003cem\u003echildren’s books\u003c\/em\u003e that spark curiosity and imagination. Her stories, like \u003cstrong\u003eCan I Play?\u003c\/strong\u003e, explore themes of friendship, adventure, and discovery with warmth and gentle humour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for young readers, Nicola’s books invite children to see the world through playful and thoughtful perspectives, making each page a joyful experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"can-i-play-by-nicola-kinnear-9781407199658","title":"Can I Play?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2023!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrumpy George doesn't want friends – until he meets a funny little seal called Pebble. George the dog loves living alone on his island. He likes to do everything his own way, and friends would just ruin things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut one day a cheerful little seal wiggles up to him. Her name is Pebble, and she's determined to be George's friend, whether he likes it or not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGeorge is quiet and grumpy. Pebble is lively and funny. Can this odd couple ever become friends?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis wonderfully funny story about making friends and overcoming differences will strike a chord with children and grown-ups alike. Full of warmth, humour, and wonderful illustrations, it's guaranteed to become a storytime favourite!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNicola Kinnear's previous picture books, \u003cem\u003eA Little Bit Brave\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eDragons Don't Share\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eShhh! Quiet!\u003c\/em\u003e have won her many fans all around the world. Her gorgeously illustrated books are full of fabulous characters and wonderful messages about sharing, friendship, courage, and kindness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNicola Kinnear is one of the brightest new stars in children’s books. Her debut picture book, \u003cem\u003eA Little Bit Brave\u003c\/em\u003e, has been shortlisted for several awards and translated into 20 languages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRAISE FOR \u003cem\u003eCAN I PLAY?\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"This book is an ideal book for bedtime but would also work well as a classroom activity to support young children in developing an understanding of each others' emotions and discussing how their own behaviours may make others feel.\" — Karan Vickers-Hulse, Just Imagine Story Centre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Warm and reassuring – ideal for every child who is anxious about new experiences. Stylish illustrations and hilarious characterisation – a future classic.\" — TOPPSTA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A really special picture book.\" — BOOKWAGON\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRAISE FOR \u003cem\u003eA LITTLE BIT BRAVE\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A new talent to look out for.\" — Bookseller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Funny and reassuring . . . superbly illustrated.\" — Parents in Touch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A glorious picture book debut... stunningly illustrated.\" — BookLoverJo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"An utter delight.\" — WeAreTheMotherside\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47430215500012,"sku":"9781407199658","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781407199658.jpg?v=1774559378"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/nicola-kinnear.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}