Hilary Lawrence

"We can work this out - I know we can. Luckily, I have a clever plan! Fox, your hearing and night vision, Make you my choice to complete this mission! Try to get a good look at its face. Report back tomorrow. Same time. Same place." When Lion discovers a strange beast lurking beneath the Baobab tree, he turns to his jungle friends for help. One by one, Fox, Ox, Bear, and Owl investigate — but everything they see makes the mystery even more alarming. Is the creature brave, cunning, strong… and wise? Or have the animals let their imaginations trick them? This uplifting, laugh-out-loud tale has a delightful twist ending and gently teaches children that things aren’t always what they seem, and that fear of the unknown can often be overcome with clear thinking and courage. Key Benefits for Parents & Educators - Teaches emotional courage - helps children recognise and manage fears in new or uncertain situations. - Encourages teamwork and friendship - shows how different strengths contribute to solving a problem. - Promotes critical thinking - highlights the importance of asking questions rather than jumping to conclusions. - Boosts confidence and resilience - reassures children that the unknown isn’t always something to fear. - Perfect for bedtime or classroom reading - lively rhyming sections and a feel-good twist keep young listeners captivated. “Fear of the Unknown is the Greatest Fear of All” is an uplifting laugh-out-loud tale by a multi-award-winning author, which reminds us to have courage in new situations.

“I don’t mean to gloat, and I don't mean to boast,But the king trusted me with his ‘secret post.”’He said, “Guard this message, whatever the cost.It’ll be pigeon for tea if this message is lost!’’Back in the day pigeons delivered the post. But they had to beware of spies! When the king’s prized messenger pigeon gossips, his top secret message is overheard. Find out what happens when the news is discovered by Blackbeard, a fierce pirate captain.This entertaining tale of adventure and friendship teaches an important life lesson about the consequences of our actions and the power of making good decisions. “Loose Lips Sink Ships” is uplifting, humorous and full of surprises and is sure to be a bedtime favourite and a first choice for reading out loud.100% of profits from “Loose Lips Sink Ships" go to children’s charities. We support KidsOR, who save children’s lives in the world’s poorest countries, and The Reading Clinic, who help children with dyslexia and dyscalculia. Thank you for helping us to sustain this must needed work.

“Dear animals, take a chance on me!Let me prove I’ve changed; just come and see!It will be a party like never before,A night that’s remembered for evermore.’’Larry the big, bad Leopard is lonely not having any friends.He decides to make amends and invites all the animals to a fabulous party.But should they give Larry a second chance….An uplifting, laugh-out-loud tale with a surprise ending that teaches a valuable lesson about being too trusting. It reminds us to listen to our instincts and make good choices, especially when it comes to picking our friends. “A Leopard Never Changes its Spots” is a cautionary tale that is full of excitement and adventure and is sure to be bedtime favourite while teaching an essential moral life lesson.100% of profits from “A Leopard Never Changes its Spots" go to children’s charities. We support KidsOR, who save children’s lives in the world’s poorest countries, and The Reading Clinic, who help children with dyslexia and dyscalculia. Thank you for helping us to sustain this must needed work.

"Oh, Fairy, I have had enough!Being a bunny is frightfully tough!I'd love to change just for one day,To see the world in a different way."Uplifting, humorous and full of surprise, "The Grass May Not Be Greener" is a charming tale about a rabbit who learns to accept himself as he is and enjoy it. Lawrence teaches the important life lesson that even if other people's circumstances seem better than our own, in reality this is often not the case. This empowering adventure is sure to entertain and enrich young learners of all ages and be a firm bedtime favourite!Bunny has had enough of his boring life.Good fortune is bestowed upon him when he bumps into a fairy who helps him transform into a bee, an elephant, a snake and a fish for a day.What do you think he discovers?100% of profits from "The Grass May Not Be Greener" go to children's charities. We support KidsOR, who save children's lives in the world's poorest countries, and The Reading Clinic, who help children with dyslexia and dyscalculia. Thank you for helping us to sustain this must needed work.