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Frances Stickley

    Frances Stickley is a children's literacy specialist and primary school teacher, happiest when immersed in books or creative play. Her work draws on her deep understanding of childhood imagination, crafting stories that encourage a love for reading and narrative exploration. She writes with a playful spirit and a touch of magic, aiming to captivate young readers and foster their sense of wonder. Her stories are designed to spark creativity and engage children in the joy of storytelling.

    In Residence
    What Will I Be?
    Not a Cat In Sight
    What Will You Dream of Tonight?
    Love You Always
    The Mouse's Apples
    • 2024

      The story follows a scary underground bully, Troll, who terrorizes forest creatures with his harsh words from the safety of his cave. His perspective shifts when he encounters a sweet little rabbit who cannot hear his taunts, revealing the impact of his bullying. This moment prompts Troll to reflect on his actions and learn about the power of words, leading him to transform from a menacing figure into a friend who embraces kindness and empathy. It's a gentle exploration of bullying and the importance of understanding others.

      Troll
    • 2024
    • 2023

      A lyrical countdown to your baby coming into the world and a count-up to the memories you'll make together. For nine magic months, two hearts beat together, then with ten tiny fingers and ten tiny toes, a new life begins. One wonderful world, and now, one you. Through the magical story of the journey into parenthood, a beautiful message to a child is revealed: nothing else counts more than you. This poetic and poignant book about a child coming into the world would make the perfect gift for new parents, or a beautiful first book for a baby.

      One You
    • 2023

      This heartfelt, poetic letter from the Earth to children everywhere is a message of hope that will inspire children to love and treasure the world around them.

      Love, the Earth
    • 2023

      Harriet never goes anywhere without her beloved bear Blue, so when they become separated he knows that Harriet must be searching for him. Blue might be lost, but he never loses hope. Days, months and years pass, until one day Blue finds himself on a stall at a summer fete. He catches sight of a little girl who looks just like Harriet, but it can't be, wouldn't she be grown up by now? And why does the little girl's mum look so familiar to him?

      A Bear Called Blue
    • 2022

      Mummy makes every day special, so it's about time she had her own perfect day full of all her favourite things.Mummy makes us happy even when it's hard to do, wouldn't it be wonderful to make her happy too?This brother and sister know exactly what Mum her favourite foods, flowers, and pictures painted by them. They arrange it all for Mummy's special day, but nothing seems to go to plan. Luckily, the thing Mummy enjoys best is spending time with her little ones.A heartwarming story, perfect to snuggle up with on Mothers Day, a birthday, or any special day at all!

      Mummy's Special Day
    • 2022

      A fast, funny 'It's behind you!' tale with a rollicking rhyming text and bold, bright illustrations.

      Not a Cat In Sight
    • 2021

      A lyrical picture book reflecting on the positive messages and actions which came from the pandemic lockdown.

      The Seed
    • 2021

      A delightful picture book which explores the importance of emotions.

      Daisy's Dragons