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Nick Bland

    Nick Bland crafts engaging children's books, blending humor and adventure to captivate young readers. His distinctive visual style complements a playful narrative approach, making his stories uniquely appealing. Bland's work is driven by a lifelong passion for art and storytelling, evident in every page. He creates narratives that are both entertaining and visually dynamic.

    The Very Itchy Bear
    The Very Brave Bear
    Aussie Jingle Bells
    The Very Cranky Bear
    Walk of the Whales
    • 2021

      A powerful and entertaining story about the environment from best-selling author, Nick Bland

      Walk of the Whales
    • 2015

      The Very Cranky Bear is back, and this time he's facing Boris Buffalo in a battle of bravery! But will something surprising send them both fleeing through the forest? Vibrant illustrations and a fun, engaging story make the book perfect for reading aloud. Now in board book format - perfect for little hands!

      The Very Brave Bear
    • 2011

      Oh! Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way! Christmas in Australia on a scorching summer's day, hey! Jingle bells, jingle bells, Christmas time is beaut! Oh what fun it is to ride in a rusty Holden ute. One of the world's best-loved Christmas carols is given an hilarious Aussie twist. This version has become a staple at end-of-year school concerts. Nick Bland's comical illustrations show the whole family enjoying Christmas Day.

      Aussie Jingle Bells
    • 2010
    • 2010

      The Very Cranky Bear

      • 22 pages
      • 1 hour of reading
      4.0(182)Add rating

      In the jingle, jangle jungle, four friends encounter a very cranky bear. Moose, Lion and Zebra all think they know how to cheer him up, but it's plain, boring Sheep who has the answer.

      The Very Cranky Bear