Barry Timms

Discover love in every corner of life with this interactive board book, featuring eye-catching foil on its cover, more than 30 flaps to lift and a giant, fold-out surprise inside. Love is everywhere: from deserts to mountains, home to town, between neighbours and friends . . . and beyond! In this board book edition of Love Grows Everywhere, children will have fun finding the love too by lifting more than 30 sturdy flaps to reveal sweet, loving surprises hidden underneath! This beautifully illustrated, rhyming story teaches us that love really does grow everywhere, in all shapes, forms and sizes. There are kisses from Dad, songs with Grandma, charity from neighbours and playtime with friends. There’s old love, new love and everything in between. But there’s a new kid who is not quite so sure. Can the gardener's daughter be brave and extend the love to him? With brand-new artwork by Tisha Lee under the flaps, this captivating board book invites you to share with the little ones you love: A message of kindness, charity and caring. The love of a close-knit family. Various types of love that exist in the family’s diverse community. An appreciation of plants and nature. This warm and charming tale, perfect for Valentine’s Day, baby showers, birthdays, housewarmings and beyond, celebrates the many different ways love grows to make a brighter world.

"When you wish upon a car, and if your wish is deep, A starry kind of magic sometimes happens in your sleep . . ." Close your eyes, make a wish, and join the cars, bikes, jeeps and trucks (and the little dreamers who've driven them to Dreamland) in this brilliant, rhyming adventure. From award-winning author, Barry Timms, with warm and wonderful illustrations by Ben Whitehouse, this brand new picture book is perfect for fans of Goodnight Digger and a brilliant addition to bedtimes everywhere!

Count down from 10 with the cheeky little reindeer and do your 'sums with bums'! Ten Christmas Bottoms is a laugh-out-loud rhyming story for preschoolers – a festive twist on the nursery rhyme Ten Green Bottles.At the North Pole, a gang of mischievous little reindeer sneak out of their stalls, fly off with Santa's sleigh and munch their way through far too many sprouts! With hilarious rhymes, busy scenes full of surprises, and a special fold-out ending, this book is perfect for festive bedtime giggles and storytime fun.Learn & play!A number line to count up to 10 and back down againA page of simple adding up for early maths skillsBold, playful illustrations to keep little readers engagedWritten by Barry Timms and illustrated by Mike Byrne, Ten Christmas Bottoms is a must-have for toddlers and preschoolers who love silly stories and counting fun!For more Sums with Bums check out Ten Green Bottoms and Ten Red Bottoms!

A NEW picture book from award-winning author Barry Timms, illustrated by Josh Cleland. Hunch the Hound and Casey Cat are enjoying a day out at the museum, when a terrible theft is uncovered. Can Hunch and Casey, the great Detect-a-Pets, find all the clues and save the day? With flaps to lift and a real magnifying glass.

Count down from 10 with the cheeky aliens in Ten Green Bottoms – a sturdy rhyming board book for preschoolers with bottom-shaped tabs! Scan the QR audio code and sing along in this twist on the classic nursery rhyme Ten Green Bottles.Join the comical alien crew and their 'wind-powered' rocket as they cause all kinds of mischief on Earth. This riotous rhyming story with lots to spot by Barry Timms and Mike Byrne features a number line to count up to 10 and back again plus a page of 'sums with bums' .Developing first maths skills has never been so much fun!More bums in the series: Ten Red Bottoms.

Get ready for a magical and hilarious adventure about the most fantastic unicorn EVER!"A joyful read-aloud text" - The Bookseller"A magical rhyming romp" - Lancashire PostThis book is NOT about a unicorn! Well . . . OK, maybe it is! But THIS unicorn has a horn that can turn into the most incredible things - a magic wand, a helicopter, even a space rocket! Join the hilarious adventure and prepare to be amazed by your brilliant new friend.This fabulously funny story has tons of appeal for all children - watch out for rockets, rainbows, helicopters, massive fish, ice cream sundaes, and magical adventures.With wonderful wordplay and a funny and sweet friendship at its heart, this is NOT a unicorn book to be missed!

Count down from 10 with the cheeky red-bottomed dragons and do your 'sums with bums'! Ten Red Bottoms is a laugh-out-loud rhyming story for preschoolers – a fiery twist on the nursery rhyme Ten Green Bottles.Inside the castle, a gang of mischievous little dragons are learning to breathe fire, fly, and chomp their way into all sorts of trouble. With hilarious rhymes, busy scenes full of surprises, and a special fold-out ending, this book is perfect for bedtime giggles and storytime fun.Learn & play!A number line to count up to 10 and back down againA page of simple adding up for early maths skillsBold, playful illustrations to keep little readers engagedWritten by Barry Timms and illustrated by Mike Byrne, Ten Red Bottoms is a must-have for toddlers and preschoolers who love silly stories and counting fun!

A spooktacularly spooky Halloween book for children by Barry Timms with stunningly-detailed illustrations from rising picture book star, Laura Borio. Books are magic! Bookshops are spectacular! Don't believe us? Join Henry as he helps Griselda Snook on the opening day of her spooky bookshop! From hunting down runaway jack-o'-lanterns to banishing dragons, Henry loves his day spent in Griselda's bookshop, and he especially likes helping booklovers to find their next read. But can Henry find the perfect book for him? With an eyecatching, head-turning orange fluoro pantone ink throughout, this gorgeous book is a celebration of the magic of books and bookshops. Just like Funnybones by Janet and Allan Ahlberg, Gustavo the Shy Ghost by Flavia Z. Drago and The Incredible Book Eating Boy by Oliver Jeffers, Griselda Snook's Spectacular Books is the ideal gift for booklovers and kids that love spooky books.

When a young boy named Henry steps into Griselda Snook's Halloween-themed bookstore, he's certain that he won't find a book that's just right for him--or will he? When Henry finds a key on the sidewalk and gives it to its owner, he follows her into a huge bookstore. Griselda Snook's Spectacular Books, which features a vast array of Halloween-themed books and caters especially to Halloween characters, has books for every interest. Despite the variety in choices, Henry isn't convinced that he'll find anything for himself. Could a guest reader at the store, Magenta Screech, have the perfect book for Henry?

The dreamiest bedtime story to lull little ones peacefully off to sleep.Night is falling in the jungle, and little tiger Patterpaw is ready to snooze. Granny and Grandpa Tiger want to help their cub have the sleepiest sleep of all, but they will need the help of their jungle friends when a thunderstorm comes rumbling and crashing through the forest.With mesmerising, magical illustrations and repeated lullaby refrain, this lyrical rhyming adventure written by award-winning author Barry Timms is the perfect gift, and guaranteed to help children wind down at bedtime!

The dreamiest bedtime story to lull little ones peacefully off to sleep.Night is falling in the jungle, and little tiger Patterpaw is ready to snooze. Granny and Grandpa Tiger want to help their cub have the sleepiest sleep of all, but they will need the help of their jungle friends when a thunderstorm comes rumbling and crashing through the forest.With mesmerising, magical illustrations and repeated lullaby refrain, this lyrical rhyming adventure written by award-winning author Barry Timms is the perfect gift, and guaranteed to help children wind down at bedtime!

Count down from ten with the cheeky aliens and do your 'sums with bums' in Ten Green Bottoms – a hilarious storybook for preschoolers, which is a twist on the classic nursery rhyme Ten Green Bottles. Join the green-bottomed aliens and their ‘wind-powered' rocket as they cause all kinds of mischief on Earth. Packed full of silly humour and with lots to spot in busy scenes, this riotous rhyming story by Barry Timms and Mike Byrne is perfect for reading aloud and sharing.With a surprise gatefold ending, a number line to count up to ten and back down again plus a page of simple adding up, first maths skills have never been so much fun!

Scribble och Swoop är bästa vänner trots sina olikheter. Men en dag kan de inte komma överens om något och får ett hemskt gräl. Vem av vännerna kommer att säga först: "Förlåt"? Och kan ett förlåt rädda deras dyrbara vänskap?

Get ready for fun, games and BIG bear hugs with a fabulous new friend!This book is NOT about a polar bear. Well . . . OK, maybe it is! But this polar bear can drive a train, roller skate, disco dance and even save the world. And there's one thing this bear does best of all - he gives the biggest, cosiest cuddles!With brilliant wordplay and a sweet and playful friendship at its heart, this is the perfect picture book for bear fans everywhere.This fabulously funny story has stacks of appeal for both girls and boys - watch out for bubbles, bumper cars, jelly mountains, treasure chests and magical adventures.Praise for This is NOT a Unicorn!: "Timms and Adamson put a genuinely fresh spin on the genre with irresistible word play, a joyful read-aloud text and gorgeous feel-good artwork." - Fiona Noble, The Bookseller

Get ready for fun, games and BIG bear hugs with a fabulous new friend!This book is NOT about a polar bear. Well . . . OK, maybe it is! But this polar bear can drive a train, roller skate, disco dance and even save the world. And there's one thing this bear does best of all - he gives the biggest, cosiest cuddles!With brilliant wordplay and a sweet and playful friendship at its heart, this is the perfect picture book for bear fans everywhere.This fabulously funny story has stacks of appeal for both girls and boys - watch out for bubbles, bumper cars, jelly mountains, treasure chests and magical adventures.Praise for This is NOT a Unicorn!: "Timms and Adamson put a genuinely fresh spin on the genre with irresistible word play, a joyful read-aloud text and gorgeous feel-good artwork." - Fiona Noble, The Bookseller

The perfect story for teaching young children the importance of offering a heartfelt, genuine apology, as well as learning to forgive others when they make mistakes. Now in paperback Learning how to own up to one's mistakes, offering an apology, and forgiving others for their mistakes are all key components to a child's social emotional well-being. In this relatable story that's now in paperback, Scribble and Swoop are the best of friends, despite their differences. But one day, they can't come to an agreement on something, and they have a terrible argument. They stop speaking to each other, and then realize that they miss each's other company. But who will be the first to apologize? And can they save their friendship? This comforting, uplifting story is just right for sharing at story time and offers plenty of avenues for discussion on the topic of apologizing.

A Pinch of Love� is a heart-warming rhyming story which shows us how a community can be brought together through the act of baking.

Following on from Love Grows Everywhere, A Pinch of Love is Barry Timms and Tisha Lee's second book on the subject of love--this time celebrating the love that comes through baking, cooking and sharing food. In this beautiful story told in rhyming verse, a boy and his grandmother, are preparing for a big neighborhood bake-off. See the loving (and sticky ) moments of their tender relationship, along with the many other warm bonds that exist within their community. Barry Timms' gentle text skillfully links these loving moments with the love that is represented by the food, while Tisha Lee's lush illustrations give real depth to this vibrant and diverse neighborhood. This book is a warm and charming tale, perfect for Valentine's Day and beyond.