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Margaret's Unicorn

The perfect present for unicorn lovers
By Briony May Smith
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Margaret's Unicorn by Briony May Smith is a delightful children's book that follows young Margaret as she adjusts to life in a new home by the sea. During her exploration, she discovers a baby unicorn and forms a magical friendship. Together, they navigate the changing seasons, portraying a heartwarming tale of adventure and connection with nature.
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You might enjoy this enchanting tale if you love magical adventures and beautifully illustrated stories. It brings to life a heart-warming journey filled with wonder, where a young girl's bond with a mythical creature unfolds in a stunning coastal setting. Perfect for nurturing imagination and a sense of wonder in young readers.

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A perfect read for unicorn lovers, this beautiful and utterly transporting picture book tells the story of what every little girl wishes would happen to her: a girl finds and takes care of a lost baby unicorn.

Margaret's Unicorn takes readers on a magical journey when Margaret's whole world changes as her family moves to a cottage by the sea. One evening, Margaret spots a mist over the water. No, that’s not mist … clouds maybe? No, they’re unicorns descending onto the shore! They vanish as quickly as they’d appeared, but accidentally leave behind a baby, tangled in the weeds...

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Margaret's Unicorn is a heart-warming children's book about a little girl who finds and cares for a lost baby unicorn. The story is praised for its classic feel and enchanting illustrations, capturing magical landscapes while conveying themes of friendship and kindness. Reviewers highlight the book's beautifully crafted artwork and its ability to bring its magical story to life.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406399400

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Briony May Smith

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 281.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 40

Collections

Briony May Smith Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Briony May Smith graduated from Falmouth University with a First Class degree in Illustration. Since then, she has been shortlisted for the British Comic Awards and has twice been highly commended for the Macmillan Children’s Prize. She is the author-illustrator of Imelda and the Goblin King, and the illustrator of The Giant’s Necklace, written by Michael Morpurgo, and Tooth Fairy in Training, written by Michelle Robinson. She is inspired by traditional fairy tales and folklore, and by the farm she lives on. Find her online at brionymaysmith.com and on Twitter and Instagram as @BrionyMaySmith.

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