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Alex Latimer

    Alex Latimer is a South African author and illustrator whose work is inspired by his proximity to a national park. His creations often explore themes of fantasy and adventure, weaving them together with humor and a distinctive visual style. Latimer's stories are known for their ingenuity and their ability to captivate young readers with unexpected twists and imaginative characters.

    Gordon Starts a Band
    The Trouble with Earth
    Gordon the Meanest Goose on Earth
    Food Fight
    Godfrey is a Frog
    Pip and Egg (PB)
    • Pip and Egg (PB)

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Pip and Egg are like two peas in a pod. But as their friendship grows, so do they - for Pip this means growing roots, but Egg grows wings, and she can't wait to use them. Though Pip wishes he can follow Egg on her adventures, his roots are strong. So he watches his friend fly away. But true friends always find their way back to each other.

      Pip and Egg (PB)
      4.5
    • Godfrey is a Frog

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Godfrey used to be a tadpole. Now he is a frog. He doesn't think it's a very exciting thing to be. Can his friends show him just how special he really is?

      Godfrey is a Frog
      4.5
    • The Fruits and the Vegetables have been fighting FOREVER! But best friends Grape and Mushroom decide it's time for things to change. A laugh-out-loud picture book about conflict resolution.

      Food Fight
      4.5
    • Gordon the Meanest Goose on Earth

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      A unique and hilarious redemption story, with one mean goose realizing that sometimes saying sorry is the bravest thing you can do.

      Gordon the Meanest Goose on Earth
      4.4
    • "Why didn't the other planets invite Earth to their holiday? Soon they'll find out the wonderful truth about Earth's 'fleas' and change their minds. When Earth turns up on the holiday she wasn't invited to and finds all the other planets in the solar system in the hut tub - even Pluto! - she discovers exactly why: it looks like she has FLEAS! Yuck. But when Earth asks everyone to take a closer look inside her atmosphere, they're amazed at what they see."--Provided by publisher.

      The Trouble with Earth
      4.4
    • Gordon Starts a Band

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      The story features a comically mean goose, Gordon, on a quest for redemption as he attempts to assist a rock 'n' roll moose with his broken antlers. This whimsical tale combines humor and heart, showcasing the unlikely friendship and hilarious antics that unfold during their adventure. The narrative promises a lighthearted exploration of transformation and kindness, making it a delightful read for those seeking laughter and charm.

      Gordon Starts a Band
      4.2
    • Don't Think of Tigers

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      The book encourages readers to unleash their imagination, promising that whatever they envision will be illustrated on the following page. However, there's a playful twist: tigers are off-limits, adding an element of humor and intrigue to the creative journey.

      Don't Think of Tigers
      4.2
    • Lion is a bully. All the other animals are terrified of him. Soon Rabbit comes to the rescue. Although he's small and Lion is big, Rabbit has something that Lion doesn't have...An extremely funny story with a wonderful little twist, and the key message that you can always get the better of a bully.Winner of the Hampshire Picture Book Award 2014

      Lion vs Rabbit
      4.1
    • When Pig hears a strange squeaking coming from his nose, he thinks something is very wrong. The two decide to be friends, but their difference in size soon becomes a BIG problem -- they can't seem to find anything that they can both enjoy.But when it comes to friendship, does size really matter?

      Pig and Small
      4.0
    • Ray

      • 40 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Mouse is scared of the dark, but luckily he meets Ray, a friendly firefly, to show him that the shadows aren't as terrifying as he thinks . . . or are they?

      Ray
      3.4