Shirley Hughes

A classic collection of first experiences for pre-schoolers, illustrated by the best-loved Kate Greenaway medal-winner, Shirley Hughes. In this beautifully illustrated book for first readers, little ones can find out about Olly and Katie's very busy day, learning new words and improving their vocabulary along the way. From getting dressed in the morning to heading out for a walk in...

Shirley Hughes's Trotter Street: Four Favourite Stories takes you on a nostalgic journey back to Trotter Street with a classic, beautifully illustrated collection of four beloved stories designed for first readers. This heart-warming collection comprises four beautifully-illustrated tales that capture the activities and experiences of children and their families living in a multicultural urban street. Authored and illustrated by one...

A classic and beautifully illustrated story about friendship by best-loved author–illustrator, Shirley Hughes. Set in Italy in the 1920s, Enchantment in the Garden is the story of a lonely young girl called Valerie, who discovers a beautiful marble statue of a boy riding a dolphin. One magical day, the boy comes to life, and the eternal friendship between Valerie and...

This classic collection of beautifully illustrated nursery rhymes from Shirley’s childhood will inspire a new generation to discover their own favourite rhymes – and sing them wherever they go. Parents and children can enjoy these rhymes all through the day: from walking to the park on a cold and frosty morning with “Here we go round the mulberry bush” or...

A classic picture book from award-winning author-illustrator Shirley Hughes tells the endearing story of how Dogger, the much-loved toy dog, was lost and finally found again. When Dave loses his favourite toy, Dogger, he is desolate. But then Dogger turns up at the school summer fair, and everything seems all right – until someone else buys him before Dave can...

A seasonal sequel to one of our most beloved children's books, voted the public's favourite Kate Greenaway medal-winner. There's always the promise of a happy ending with Shirley Hughes - Observer Over 40 years after Dogger was published, comes this magical follow-up - Dogger's Christmas. It's that special time of year - Christmas. The time of carol-singing, tree-decorating, and of...

A delightful board book about numbers and counting for very young children from Shirley Hughes, one of the most-loved author–illustrators of children's books. Learning how to count is fun and easy with Katie and her baby brother, Olly. Join them as they explore their friendly and familiar world and all it contains in this charming first numbers book. At home,...

A delightful introduction to first colours from Shirley Hughes, one of the best-known and most-loved picture book creators. Learning your colours is fun and easy with Katie and her baby brother, Olly. Join them as they explore their friendly and familiar world and all it contains in this charming first look at colours. From the beautiful blue sky, bright red...

A delightful board book about first opposites for very young children from Shirley Hughes, one of the most-loved author–illustrators of children's books. Learning about opposites is fun and easy with Katie and her baby brother, Olly. Join them as they explore their friendly and familiar world and all it contains in this charming first concepts book. Being wide awake or...

A charming board book about first letters and words for very young children from Shirley Hughes, one of the most-loved author–illustrators of children's books. Learning about the alphabet is fun and easy with Katie and her baby brother, Olly. Join them as they explore their friendly and familiar world and all it contains in this charming first ABC book. Share...

Share the magic of Christmas with a special treasury of three festive stories from Shirley Hughes. There's always the promise of a happy ending with Shirley Hughes - Observer It's nearly Christmas, and it's time for everyone's favourite Shirley Hughes characters to get ready for the most magical time of the year. There are presents to be hidden, Christmas trees...

Celebrate dads everywhere with this wonderful collection of stories from the award-winning Shirley Hughes. Join Alfie and Dad as they spend time together in this delightful collection from Shirley Hughes. Alfie's dad is always there for Alfie and Annie Rose. He's there to reassure Alfie during a restless night; he's there to find Alfie's favourite toy Flumbo when it gets...

A beautifully illustrated introduction to childhood concepts by beloved Kate Greenaway medal-winning illustrator. In this classic collection by Kate Greenaway-winning author, Shirley Hughes, Katy and her little brother Olly are having a wonderful time learning about the world around them. From counting in the park with Grandpa, waiting to cross the road with Mum, or even the very noisy sound...

A runaway hot air balloon, a parrot in search of a new home, and the dastardly Lou-Ella hot on their heels - Dixie and Percy are Up, Up and Away! Dixie, Percy and their new friend, Ariel, are off on an adventure in the clouds. Making a speedy getaway from their archenemy Lou Ella, they find themselves soaring away in...