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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.

    Wild Violet!
    Pig and Small
    Lion vs Rabbit
    Don't Think of Tigers
    The Trouble with Earth
    Pip and Egg (PB)
    • 2024

      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
    • 2024

      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
    • 2024

      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
    • 2024

      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
    • 2023

      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
    • 2023

      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
    • 2023

      The Duck Never Blinks

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      You see that duck over there? You could watch it all day and it wouldn't blink.Nothing works - not shouting, not jokes, or even sad stories. Maybe you have some other ideas? Just don't take your eyes off the duck, and don't, even for a second, think about blinking!From award-winning author and illustrator Alex Latimer comes this sharply witty picture book that will have every child trying to outwit this devilish duck... if they can stop giggling, that is! [publisher's website]

      The Duck Never Blinks
    • 2022

      "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
    • 2021

      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)
    • 2019

      Lula and the Sea Monster

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      When Lula and her family must leave their house next to the beach to make way for a highway, Lula is desperate to protect the place she calls home, and all the wildlife that shares it with her. But how will a small girl like her be able to do it? A chance encounter with a magical creature changes everything . . .

      Lula and the Sea Monster