Alison Murray

A fantastically funny story about a hungry bear who awakes from his hibernation with a bad case of the grumps. Horace is usually a happy, easy-going bear. But one spring, he wakes from his long sleep in a very bad mood - he's hangry! When the other animals in the forest generously share their food, he gobbles it all up and they then find themselves with growling bellies. Horace's grumpiness soon starts to spread . . . until the whole forest is squabbling! Can a wise baby squirrel help Horace to see the chaos he's caused? With bright and vibrant artwork, this is a funny story about snacks, sharing and learning to think of others.

**The most purr-fectly funny book of the year, featuring a grumpy cat who hates Halloween** Cat HATES Halloween. He hates the spidery cobwebs and the spooky pumpkin faces... and he especially hates the trick-or-treaters who come knocking on the door! But somewhere in the moonlit night, magic is stirring. Perhaps Halloween isn't all bad - especially when you can share it with your favourite people. This purr-fectly heartwarming follow-up to Cat's Christmas celebrates the spooky season in inimitable feline style!

**The most purr-fectly funny book of the year, featuring a grumpy cat who hates Halloween** Cat HATES Halloween. He hates the spidery cobwebs and the spooky pumpkin faces... and he especially hates the trick-or-treaters who come knocking on the door! But somewhere in the moonlit night, magic is stirring. Perhaps Halloween isn't all bad - especially when you can share it with your favourite people. This purr-fectly heartwarming follow-up to Cat's Christmas celebrates the spooky season in inimitable feline style!

Tiikeri rakastaa rutiinejaan. Mitä tapahtuu, kun joku sotkee ne täysin? Tiikerin elämä on sopivan turvallista, sillä jokainen päivä on tismalleen samanlainen kuin edellinen. Mutta kun pieni linnunpoikanen saapuu hänen puuhunsa, rutiinit hajoavat. Uusi ystävä auttaa Tiikeriä ymmärtämään, että muutos voi olla hyvästä. Suloinen tarina siitä, kuinka pelko tuntematonta kohtaan voi muuttua iloksi ja seikkailuksi.

Tiger loves his forest life. Each day is perfect, because each day is exactly the same as the one before. But when a warm summer breeze blows a teeny-weeny, fluffy-wuffy chick into his tree, Tiger's routine is thrown into chaos, and he is NOT happy.Can the adventurous Little Foofaraw help Tiger to overcome his fear of the unknown and discover all of the wonders that the forest has to offer?This charming story of friendship and bravery is perfect for anyone who has ever been afraid of change.

An utterly delightful, unmissable story about a cat who hates Christmas. Meow!Cat HATES Christmas.He hates the fancy decorations. He hates the sickly food and the silly presents. And he hates the surprise visitors that come to stay . . .But maybe Christmas isn’t ALL bad. Sometimes, if you’re lucky, the festive season can surprise you.Get ready to discover the most heartwarming, purrfectly funny picture book of the year, featuring wonderfully stylish artwork and the world’s most loveable grumpy cat. It’s guaranteed to make you fall in love with Christmas all over again!

An utterly delightful, unmissable story about a cat who hates Christmas. Meow!Cat HATES Christmas.He hates the fancy decorations. He hates the sickly food and the silly presents. And he hates the surprise visitors that come to stay . . .But maybe Christmas isn’t ALL bad. Sometimes, if you’re lucky, the festive season can surprise you.Get ready to discover the most heartwarming, purrfectly funny picture book of the year, featuring wonderfully stylish artwork and the world’s most loveable grumpy cat. It’s guaranteed to make you fall in love with Christmas all over again!

Sharky McShark and her best friend Teensy Wee Crab do everything together at the bottom of the deep blue see. They really are the perfect twosome.Until one day - with a plink! twirl! plonk! - an itsy bitsy shrimp arrives on the scene.Is there room for one more in this friendship? Sharky's not so SHORE . . .A fun-filled undersea story about friendship, sharing and overcoming feelings of jealousy, from Alison Murray, creator of Sharky McShark and the Teensy Wee Crab

Sharky McShark and her best friend Teensy Wee Crab do everything together at the bottom of the deep blue sea. They really are the perfect twosome.Until one day - with a plink! twirl! plonk! - an itsy bitsy shrimp arrives on the scene.Is there room for one more in this friendship? Sharky's not so SHORE . . .A vibrant and fun-filled undersea story about sharing, making new friends and overcoming feelings of jealousy from Alison Murray.Be SHORE to catch: Sharky McShark and the Teensy Wee Crab.

An empowering tale about believing in yourself no matter how small you may feel.

A humorous yet touching retelling of The Lion and the Mouse that reminds young readers of the importance of friendship. Sharky McShark is the meanest, most fearsome creature in the ocean. When she's around, the clownfish clear out, the flatfish flee, and even the rocks get out of her way. As the biggest bully in the sea, Sharky doesn't think she needs friends. But then one day--with a plink plank plonk --a tiny crab tumbles into her world and proves that everyone, even the scariest underwater bully, needs a friend. This fun-filled undersea story, based on Aesop's classic fable, explores bullying, friendship, and the true meaning of courage.

An empowering tale about believing in yourself no matter how small you may feel.

A fun-filled undersea story exploring bullying, friendship and the true meaning of courage, based on Aesop's classic fable, The Lion and the Mouse.

A timely retelling plays off "The Little Red Hen" with an environmental slant. On top of a hill, inside an old and very fruitful apple tree, lives Little Green Hen. She prunes the tree's branches, rids it of pests, and sows its seeds so that more trees will grow. But soon the work proves too much, and Little Green Hen seeks some help. Dog (who loves sticks), Sparrow (who loves bugs), and Squirrel (who loves burying things) are glad to pitch in. But Peacock, Fox, and Cat have far more important things to do -- until the storms roll in, the rain comes down, and the waters rise. . . . With contemporary flair, Alison Murray offers another engaging adaptation of a traditional children's tale.

In this fun and endearing celebration of differences, a dinosaur finds a home with a family of ducks--a fresh twist on the beloved "The Ugly Duckling" tale. Even as an egg, Dino Duckling is different from all the other baby ducks. And when he's born, no one seems to notice that he's actually a dinosaur Mama Duck knows that there is plenty of room for difference in a loving family, but there's one big problem: How will Dino Duckling fly south for the winter without any wings? Can Dino Duckling ever truly belong? Alison Murray's heartwarming reinvention of a classic is perfect for anyone who has ever wondered how to fit in. Don't miss Sharky McShark, also by Alison Murray

In this fun and endearing celebration of differences, a dinosaur finds a home with a family of ducks--a fresh twist on the beloved "The Ugly Duckling" tale. Even as an egg, Dino Duckling is different from all the other baby ducks. And when he's born, no one seems to notice that he's actually a dinosaur Mama Duck knows that there is plenty of room for difference in a loving family, but there's one big problem: How will Dino Duckling fly south for the winter without any wings? Can Dino Duckling ever truly belong? Alison Murray's heartwarming reinvention of a classic is perfect for anyone who has ever wondered how to fit in. Don't miss Sharky McShark, also by Alison Murray

Alison Murray offers an enchanting retelling of a much-loved Aesop's fable with a mischievous twist. Hare (Leapus swifticus) can barely stay still for a minute. He's the fastest on the farm. Tortoise (Slow and steadicus) can stay still for a very long time. She has occasionally been mistaken for a rock. So when they decide to have a race, Hare is certain to win . . . isn't he? Through the meadow, around the duck pond, and straight into the carrot field. Carrots? Oh, dear. Whether encountering the classic tale for the first time or tracing the racecourse map to relive it, children will be quick to realize Hare's folly and eager to join the cheering for easygoing, persistent Tortoise. She may be slow, but watch her go

A buzzy fly and a mischievous kitten make a mess on the farm in this contemporary twist on a classic rhyme. This is the fly that buzzed on by over the house that Zack built . . . Readers in the know may recognize Zack and his trusty dog, Rufus, from Alison Murray's Hickory Dickory Dog. Now Zack is enjoying a day on the farm, building an amazing house with his blocks. But nearby, a wandering fly has attracted the attention of an inquisitive and determined feline. Stalking and chasing through stylish illustrations, the cat unintentionally creates havoc. Sleeping dog and serene lambs scatter, and the fly lands precariously on top of Zack's house. What will Zack do? Children will buzz over this delightful read-aloud -- and parents and teachers will appreciate Zack's commonsense clean-up.