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Shirley Barber

    Shirley Barber is an artist and author whose lifelong love of nature and painting deeply informs her work. As a third-generation artist, she pursued her dream of writing and illustrating children's books, finding fulfillment after relocating to Australia. Her nature-inspired creations have achieved international acclaim, with over ten million copies sold worldwide. Barber focuses on crafting whimsical, fairy-tale narratives that captivate readers of all ages with their enchanting visuals and magical storytelling.

    Fairytales Treasury: Fairyland and Wonderland Tales
    Spellbound: A fairytale romance
    Martha B. Rabbit: The Fairies' Cook
    Cottage Flowers
    Spellbound
    Fairy Collection
    • Read about fascinating fairies, unicorns, forest animals, pixies and more in this captivating collection. Features six short bedtime stories and three longer tales of fairy folk and faraway places, - The Fairy Queen’s Ruby Pendant- Lost In The Forest- Rainbow Magic- And more! With whimsical, full-color illustrations and imaginative text, this charming anthology promises hours of enchantment!

      Fairy Collection
      4.5
    • Spellbound

      A Fairtale Romance

      • 30 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Two princes, each an heir to a faerie kingdom, set off to find two faerie brides. Before long, they meet two lovely princesses and believe their search is over.

      Spellbound
      4.5
    • Cottage Flowers

      • 12 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      An enchanting world of thatched roofs and sleepy summer gardens is evoked in Shirley Barber's delightful cottage flower paintings. Children and adults alike will enjoy piecing these images together. Each jigsaw is color-coded on the back to match it's frame.

      Cottage Flowers
      4.6
    • Martha B. Rabbit: The Fairies' Cook

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Martha B. Rabbit confronts adversity when a group of malicious rats pilfer her supplies. Determined to overcome her challenges, she ventures into the snowy wilderness. Following a frightening meeting with a fox, she finds refuge at Mr. Gnome's guesthouse, where her journey takes a transformative turn, leading to new beginnings and adventures.

      Martha B. Rabbit: The Fairies' Cook
      4.7
    • Spellbound: A fairytale romance

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Shirley Barber's Classic Collection includes the most popular stories represented with new cover designs. These have been released to celebrate the 15 year relationship with Shirley Barber and The Five Mile Press.

      Spellbound: A fairytale romance
      4.7
    • Featuring enchanting illustrations and gentle narratives, this omnibus edition combines the Fairyland Treasury and Wonderland Treasury, showcasing Shirley Barber's original short fairytales. Each story invites children into a whimsical realm filled with imagination, imparting simple lessons about peace and friendship. The captivating characters and vivid imagery create a magical experience that delights young readers, making it a treasured addition to any child's library.

      Fairytales Treasury: Fairyland and Wonderland Tales
      5.0
    • Bedtime Stories

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Bedtime stories with fairies, unicorns and Tiger Tom in 3D bedtime stories.

      Bedtime Stories
      5.0
    • To ensure good luck, the fairies need a mortal to attend the fairy princess' wedding and so they befriend Sarah Jane and take her to Fairyland.

      The Enchanted Woods
      4.3
    • Bedtimes Stories

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Shirley Barber's Classic Collection includes the most popular stories represented with new cover designs. These have been released to celebrate the 15 year relationship with Shirley Barber and The Five Mile Press.

      Bedtimes Stories
      4.5
    • Those Wicked Rats

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Martha's past encounter with cunning rats has left her wary, especially after they once raided her food supplies during winter. As she returns from Mr. Gnome's guesthouse with a bounty of delicious food, she is unaware that the mischievous rats are plotting another theft. The story unfolds with tension as Martha must confront the threat of the rats once more, blending adventure and the theme of vigilance against unexpected challenges.

      Those Wicked Rats
      4.0
    • A young mermaid princess hurts her tail and is unable to swim back to her family. Her little seaside friend, Sandy the sea pixie, helps find a solution to her woes.

      The Mermaid Princess: Lenticular Edition
    • Shirley Barber's exquisitely illustrated Baby Book is perfect for recording special memories and moments from the first 5 years. It includes space for photographs and other mementoes, and two special memento pockets for storing special items such as locks of hair, first booties, certificates and cards.

      Shirley Barber's Baby Book: My First Five Years: Blue Cover Edition
    • A Visit to Fairyland

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      The enchanting tale follows Laura, who discovers a mysterious green door at the base of a willow tree, sparking her belief in fairies. Along with her brother Daniel, they patiently await the fairies' arrival, leading to an invitation into the magical realm of Fairyland. The story is brought to life with exquisite illustrations by Shirley Barber and features a captivating 3-D lenticular on the cover, enhancing the whimsical experience of their adventures.

      A Visit to Fairyland
    • Poor Daphne Duck has such a bad memory that she even forgets where she left her ducklings. Luckily Martha B. Rabbit, Tabitha Cat, William Elf and the old herb woman help out.

      Martha B. Rabbit and Daphne the Duck
    • Shirley Barber's exquisitely illustrated Baby Book is perfect for recording special memories and moments from the first 5 years. It includes space for photographs and other mementos, and two special memento pockets for storing special items such as locks of hair, first booties, certificates and cards.

      Shirley Barber's Baby Book: My First Five Years: Pink Cover Edition
    • Rainbow Magic

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      One day, Annie Tibbet and Little Dog Bozo ran under a shimmering rainbow to fetch a pot of gold. They had forgotten all about how rainbows could be dangerous! They shrunk in size and grew fairy wings, then joined the realm of fairy folk who lived beyond the rainbow . . . This beautifully illustrated tale is a Shirley Barber classic.

      Rainbow Magic
    • Au petit bois

      Livre de puzzles

      • 12 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Aussi tendres qu'attachants, les personnages imaginés par Shirley Barber apparaissent dans tous les puzzles de ce livre. Chaque puzzle possède son propre code de couleurs qui correspond à son emplacement dans le livre. Une histoire accompagne chaque scène.

      Au petit bois
    • Grand-Mère Charlotte avait prévenu Anna qu'elle ne devait pas s'approcher de l'arc-en-ciel. Mais un jour, alors qu'Anna et son petit chien Bozo jouaient dans la forêt des Fougères, il commença à pleuvoir. Un magnifique arc-en-ciel apparut soudain devant eux. Juste au pied se trouvait un étrange pot plein d'or. Oubliant les conseils de sa grand-mère, Anna courut et s'en empara...

      Les mondes enchantés ; L'arc-en-ciel magique
    • Invitation au pays des fées

      • 23 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      L'excitation est à son comble au pays des fées : leur princesse est sur le point de se marier ! Mais les fées cherchent une mortelle pour assister au mariage car les parents de l'heureuse élue pensent que cela portera change et bonheur aux nouveaux époux. Les fées se lient alors d'amitié avec une petite fille, Sarah, et l'emmènent avec elles dans leur pays. Quelle merveilleuse aventure l'attend ! Lis cette belle histoire magnifiquement illustrée ou écoute la fée te la raconter dans le CD.

      Invitation au pays des fées
    • V říši víl a elfů

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Laura a Daník vstoupí malými dřevěnými dvířky ve staré vrbě na konci zahrady do říše víl a elfů. Co tam uvidí a zažijí? To se dozvíte z této knížky.

      V říši víl a elfů
      5.0
    • Kouzelná duha

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      Byla jednou jedna holčička, jmenovala se Anička, která zapomněla na varování své tetičky a prošla pod duhou. Co se vzápětí stalo? To se dozvíte z této knížky.

      Kouzelná duha