A Fairy Called Fred
Published on 6. June 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
32 pages
978-1-5266-4888-4 (ISBN)
Description
Fred the fairy works at a Wish-Granting Plant - and when he's finally given his very first wish to grant, he wants to get it right!
Josh only has one wish. He's been invited to a princess party . . . and he needs a dress to wear!
With time ticking and the party approaching, it's up to Fred to conjure up the PERFECT outfit, and make sure that Josh is the very best-dressed princess. Can Fred make this little boy's wish come true, and prove himself in the process?
A Fairy Called Fred is a funny, joyful Cinderella story that celebrates the courage it takes to be yourself and to do something for the very first time. From the creators of the much-loved picture book Out of the Blue, it's perfect for fans of Grandad's Camper and Julian Is a Mermaid.
Josh only has one wish. He's been invited to a princess party . . . and he needs a dress to wear!
With time ticking and the party approaching, it's up to Fred to conjure up the PERFECT outfit, and make sure that Josh is the very best-dressed princess. Can Fred make this little boy's wish come true, and prove himself in the process?
A Fairy Called Fred is a funny, joyful Cinderella story that celebrates the courage it takes to be yourself and to do something for the very first time. From the creators of the much-loved picture book Out of the Blue, it's perfect for fans of Grandad's Camper and Julian Is a Mermaid.
Reviews / Votes
Joyous, uplifting, full of light and love - Tregoning is one of my favourite picture book writers and Murphy is stunning. Love it! * Lu Fraser, bestselling author of The Littlest Yak * A warm and joyful Cinderella-inspired story that will inspire children to follow their dreams and be proud of who they are. Absolutely wonderful! * Catherine Ward * Robert Tregoning has once again created an uplifting picture book all about having the courage to be true to yourself and doing something for the very first time * The Bookseller * A sparkling, hopeful triumph! * Ian Eagleton, author of Nen and the Lonely Fisherman * A beautifully told Cinderella story with stunning illustrations that reminds us that everyone deserves their wishes to come true * Rachael Davis * A sublime book! This story will light up your bookshelf in all sorts of fabulous ways. Packed full of heart, it's a beautiful book in every way! * Frances Tosdevin * Jump in and be filled with the joy that springs from each and every page, Robert Tregoning and Stef Murphy are a wonderfully dynamic new pairing * Emma Perry * A magical, uplifting story and beautiful illustrations. Love it! * Sital Gorasia Chapman * Feel-good, fairy FUN with read-aloud rhymes, gorgeous illustrations, and an important, heartfelt message about gender stereotyping and inclusively. I loved A Fairy Called Fred! * Mariesa Dulak * A glorious story that celebrates diversity, perseverance and passion. A joy to read aloud to little ones. Five stars from my seven-year-old son! * Holly Ryan * A magical wish-come-true tale, with vibrant art that sparkles on every page * Sarah Massini * Filled to the brim with joy and magic, a celebration of being yourself. It's a pleasure to read out loud and the illustrations had me gasping and smiling as I turned each page! * Anna Terreros-Martin * This celebration of being yourself and refusing to conform to a narrow view of life is a joyful reminder of freedom of expression * Daily Mail on OUT OF THE BLUE *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: Up to 5 years
Dimensions
Height: 305 mm
Width: 236 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Weight
202 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5266-4888-4 (9781526648884)
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Persons
Robert Tregoning studied at the Glasgow School of Art before leaping into a career on the West End stage. He has appeared in stage shows including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, directed by Academy Award-winner Sam Mendes, and the Royal Shakespeare Company's Matilda the Musical.
As an LGBTQ+ writer, Robert hopes to help children and adults alike to accept and celebrate all that makes us uniquely ourselves. The stories Robert writes are stories he wishes he could have read as a child. He hopes they provide a voice of recognition, validation and kindness to those who need it.
Stef Murphy is a freelance illustrator and storyteller living in London. She loves drawing animals and making up stories, and she has illustrated books including The Fire Fox by Alexandra Page and Out of the Blue by Robert Tregoning.
As an LGBTQ+ writer, Robert hopes to help children and adults alike to accept and celebrate all that makes us uniquely ourselves. The stories Robert writes are stories he wishes he could have read as a child. He hopes they provide a voice of recognition, validation and kindness to those who need it.
Stef Murphy is a freelance illustrator and storyteller living in London. She loves drawing animals and making up stories, and she has illustrated books including The Fire Fox by Alexandra Page and Out of the Blue by Robert Tregoning.