The Perfect Match
Published on 7. May 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
32 pages
978-1-80513-800-6 (ISBN)
Description
An action-packed fairy tale adventure - perfect for football fans!
Jack loves to hear the story of how his two dads met . . . It all begins when a football-mad boy is invited to play in a royal football match, but it will take a sprinkle of magic from his Hairy Squadfather and a special silver football boot to give this story its fairy tale ending.
Fun and inventive reimagining of the Cinderella fairy tale.
Touching and surprising ending with an LGBTQ+ twist
Dan Taylor is the illustrator of Papa's Coming Home, written by Chasten Buttigieg - a New York Times Bestseller!
Every Nosy Crow picture book comes with a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and listen along!
Jack loves to hear the story of how his two dads met . . . It all begins when a football-mad boy is invited to play in a royal football match, but it will take a sprinkle of magic from his Hairy Squadfather and a special silver football boot to give this story its fairy tale ending.
Fun and inventive reimagining of the Cinderella fairy tale.
Touching and surprising ending with an LGBTQ+ twist
Dan Taylor is the illustrator of Papa's Coming Home, written by Chasten Buttigieg - a New York Times Bestseller!
Every Nosy Crow picture book comes with a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and listen along!
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 2 to 5 years
Product notice
Picture book
Dimensions
Height: 268 mm
Width: 267 mm
Thickness: 4 mm
Weight
234 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80513-800-6 (9781805138006)
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Persons
Chris Becker (Author)
Chris Becker is a second grade teacher from New York who spends his days reading silly stories, tying shoelaces, answering endless questions, and helping kids discover a love of books. He's passionate about storytelling, both in and out of the classroom, and believes there's nothing better than a read-aloud that makes everyone laugh.
When he's not teaching, Chris loves running (he's finished a few marathons), hanging with friends and family, and spending time with his dog Oliver and cat Jasper.
His debut picture book, The Perfect Match, is just the beginning-he's excited to keep writing stories that connect with kids and spark joy.
Dan Taylor (Illustrator)
Dan Taylor was born in Staffordshire UK and has been working as children's illustrator for over 15 years. Dan's most recently illustrated book Papa's Coming Home written by Chasten Buttigieg and published by Penguin made it to the New York Times Bestseller list. Dan is also illustrator of the Mini Heroes of the Forest series by Auzou which has been adapted into a preschool series for French and Italian tv and is soon to be shown in more countries.
Dan finds much of his inspiration from 1950's and 60's design and creates his illustrations digitally combining hand painted textures and elements and putting it all together using his trusty iPad. When not illustrating, Dan also teaches art to children with special educational needs - and when he's not teaching, he can be found napping, trying to stay healthy and enjoying his time with family and friends.
Chris Becker is a second grade teacher from New York who spends his days reading silly stories, tying shoelaces, answering endless questions, and helping kids discover a love of books. He's passionate about storytelling, both in and out of the classroom, and believes there's nothing better than a read-aloud that makes everyone laugh.
When he's not teaching, Chris loves running (he's finished a few marathons), hanging with friends and family, and spending time with his dog Oliver and cat Jasper.
His debut picture book, The Perfect Match, is just the beginning-he's excited to keep writing stories that connect with kids and spark joy.
Dan Taylor (Illustrator)
Dan Taylor was born in Staffordshire UK and has been working as children's illustrator for over 15 years. Dan's most recently illustrated book Papa's Coming Home written by Chasten Buttigieg and published by Penguin made it to the New York Times Bestseller list. Dan is also illustrator of the Mini Heroes of the Forest series by Auzou which has been adapted into a preschool series for French and Italian tv and is soon to be shown in more countries.
Dan finds much of his inspiration from 1950's and 60's design and creates his illustrations digitally combining hand painted textures and elements and putting it all together using his trusty iPad. When not illustrating, Dan also teaches art to children with special educational needs - and when he's not teaching, he can be found napping, trying to stay healthy and enjoying his time with family and friends.