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A Surprise for Snail
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A charming story about friendship and optimism from internationally bestselling author-illustrator Petr Horácek. It's Snail's birthday, and he wants to do something special. He's always dreamed of seeing the sunset over the sea - but it's a long way to go. Can his friends help make...
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A charming story about friendship and optimism from internationally bestselling author-illustrator Petr Horácek.
It's Snail's birthday, and he wants to do something special. He's always dreamed of seeing the sunset over the sea - but it's a long way to go. Can his friends help make his dreams come true?
A Surprise for Snail is a charming and vibrantly illustrated picture book, perfect for sharing with young children. This delightful story comes from the internationally acclaimed author-illustrator Petr Horácek.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781529531831
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 07 May 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Walker Books Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Petr Horácek
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 260.0mm
Height: 215.0mm
Weight: 270g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Petr Horácek’s bold and imaginative illustrations continue to captivate children and critics. His stories, often about loyalty and belonging, are told with an instinctive warmth and humour and are beautifully brought to life through his evocative use of colour and texture. He has won many awards around the world for classics such as Suzy Goose and A New House for Mouse and was shortlisted for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal in 2012 and 2018.
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