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Our Islands

Brief Description
When Bear’s cosy island life is interrupted by a wild storm, he finds himself adrift and alone. Washed ashore on a new island, fear turns to wonder as he encounters an unlikely friend, Isla. Together, they join forces to help Bear find his way home. As... Read More
Format: Hardback
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A tender story where friendship blossoms, warming the heart of a lonely bear who finds himself adrift beyond his island home.

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When Bear’s cosy island life is interrupted by a wild storm, he finds himself adrift and alone. Washed ashore on a new island, fear turns to wonder as he encounters an unlikely friend, Isla. Together, they join forces to help Bear find his way home.

As they set off, they begin to explore the vibrant surrounding islands, discovering all kinds of different homes. But after all the amazing sights they see, Bear still longs for the comfort of his island home. Can Isla help Bear navigate the sparkling islands, or will he forever be adrift?

Join Bear on this heart-warming adventure in Our Islands to discover if the path back home might bring the greatest of adventures and the truest of friendships.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781836270775

Publisher: Post Wave Publishing UK Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 May 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Post Wave Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 245.0mm

Height: 285.0mm

Weight: 448g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Phoebe Roze is an illustrator from the Scottish Highlands, currently based in Edinburgh. Often looking towards the landscapes, nature and folklore of Scotland to inspire her, a sense of place and playfulness are important elements within her work. Since graduating with a first class honours in Illustration, Phoebe has worked with many interesting organisations, including The Folio Society, Glasgow Children’s Hospital and Dundee City Council.When she isn’t drawing, she can usually be found out cycling on her bike or with her nose in a good book. Our Islands is first author/illustrator book.

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