Snow Ghost
The Most Heartwarming Picture Book of the Year
Published on 1. October 2020
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-1-4088-7663-3 (ISBN)
Description
Snow Ghost came whispering out of the air,
"Oh, for a home to be happy - but where?"
Flying through the swirling, snow-filled skies, Snow Ghost searches for a place to call home, swooping gracefully over the whirling traffic of town, winding her way through the dense, tangled wood and to the top of the blustery hill. Then on the quiet calm of the moors, she sees a girl and a boy playing. She breathes magic and sparkle into their play until it's time for them to stumble back home to bed. And while shimmers of moonlight cast their glittering light, Snow Ghost curls herself round the roof of the farmhouse. She has found her happy home at last.
A timeless story of hope and belonging, perfect for sharing with loved ones this winter.
"Oh, for a home to be happy - but where?"
Flying through the swirling, snow-filled skies, Snow Ghost searches for a place to call home, swooping gracefully over the whirling traffic of town, winding her way through the dense, tangled wood and to the top of the blustery hill. Then on the quiet calm of the moors, she sees a girl and a boy playing. She breathes magic and sparkle into their play until it's time for them to stumble back home to bed. And while shimmers of moonlight cast their glittering light, Snow Ghost curls herself round the roof of the farmhouse. She has found her happy home at last.
A timeless story of hope and belonging, perfect for sharing with loved ones this winter.
Reviews / Votes
A unique and magical story about a boy and girl who meet a special winter spirit. The hauntingly lovely illustrations complement the rhyming text beautifully, and they combine to create an unforgettable reading experience! * Storytime Magazine * Mesmerising ... A memorable magical wintry book from cover to cover that's destined to become a seasonal treasure * Red Reading Hub * Snuggle down for this captivating winter tale, beautifully brought to live with illustrations by Diana Mayo. Enchanting! * Sunday Post * Heart-warming ... a wintry tale for children and adults alike. I will be recommending it to every child and parent I know this Christmas * Children's Books Ireland * A charming book with stunning illustrations and lyrical rhyming text ... Magical! * NetGalley Reviewer * A timely seasonal book ... Mitton's rhyming prose is just magical ... A book to enjoy around a fire, after an hour or so playing games out in the snow * Books For Keeps * A wonderfully wintery book that will make you want to cuddle up in the front of the fire with your loved ones * Families First * Snow Ghost is a charming tale with the underlying theme that home is the best and safest place to be [...] The rhyming verse worked well which when joined with the calming illustrations had a very soporific effect; so it would be perfect for bedtime * Toddle About *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
Children/juvenile
Dimensions
Height: 300 mm
Width: 237 mm
Weight
428 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4088-7663-3 (9781408876633)
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Tony Mitton was born in North Africa, and grew up in Africa, Germany, Hong Kong, and England. He was a much-loved poet, teacher and writer of children's books, and lived for many years in Cambridge, England.
Diana Mayo is an established illustrator. She has worked for a broad spectrum of clients across the publishing, design and editorial industries, and has recently turned her creative hand to making illustrated ceramics. Diana enjoys teaching in schools and has been a visiting lecturer on BTEC and degree courses. She is based in Chelmsford, Essex.
Diana Mayo is an established illustrator. She has worked for a broad spectrum of clients across the publishing, design and editorial industries, and has recently turned her creative hand to making illustrated ceramics. Diana enjoys teaching in schools and has been a visiting lecturer on BTEC and degree courses. She is based in Chelmsford, Essex.