Have you ever felt like you don't fit in? By the time Colin Thompson was twenty five, he knew that he never would, nor did he want to. In this bracingly honest, moving, and very funny illustrated memoir, Colin reflects on finding his own Atlantis, a late Asperger's diagnosis, and a lifetime of not quite fitting in, but surviving it all anyway.
From the creator of FEARLESS comes a new canine tale. 'It was very quiet in Stanley's house. there were no brothers or sisters, no dads or grannies, not even a cat, a budgie or a goldfish.' Stanley lives with his human, Gerald, and Gerald's mum. Life is peaceful, but sometimes Stanley feels quite lonely ... But then one day another dog steals his favourite red rubber ball at his park, and sets in motion a chain of events that will change Stanley's life forever. Ages: 3-7
The only thing Fearless could remember his mother telling him was, ′Life is much nicer if you love everyone.′ But loving everyone is much more complicated than Fearless had imagined. Until he meets Primrose ... A hilarious new picture book about Fearless the bulldog from award-winning duo Colin Thompson and Sarah Davis. Ages: 4+
Set in a seemingly peaceful Avalon following King Arthur's coronation, unrest brews beneath the surface as various factions plot rebellion. The Dragons, Arthur's cousin Mordred, and the deposed Brassica each scheme to challenge the king’s rule. Amidst this turmoil, Merlin's role becomes crucial, though his grasp on the situation may be more precarious than it appears. This installment delves into the complexities of loyalty, power struggles, and the unexpected challenges that arise in a kingdom that seems perfect on the surface.
When a bew baby is born, we don't know how he will turn out, or whether or not he will suit his name. It is the same with dogs. Fearless is scared of everything, but finally learns to live up to his name - by accident!
Ruby was made in 1934 by Austin Motor Company in Longbridge, England. She's shiny, she's beautiful and this is her story.
Colin Thompson's acclaimed stories of the lives of the inhabitants of one particular garden are now in one new illustrated collection.
George lives with his grandmother and a big empty space where his mother and father should be. When he brings Jeremy, a rescue dog, home George and his granny learn that, when it comes to love, it's quality not quantity that counts.
The looming sports day sets the stage for chaos as Orkward Warlock and his sidekick, The Toad, devise a sinister plan against the cheerful Floods family. Amidst the excitement of races and competitions, the tension escalates with the threat of sabotage. The narrative promises a blend of humor and adventure, showcasing the antics of a mischievous villain and his plot to ruin the festivities.
In this fantastical world there are castles in space, floating castles, castles in the sky and castles made of glass. Colin Thompson's wonderfully detailed artwork reaches new heights of ingenuity and invention in this brilliant new book.