Miriam is an award-winning author whose works span both informational books and fiction, with her fiction encompassing picture books, novelty books, and poetry. Recently, she has also ventured into short stories for adult readers, and her books have been translated into over twenty languages. Drawing on extensive experience working creatively with both children and adults, she offers engaging performances, talks, and workshops. Miriam's aim is to ignite children's imaginations and foster a love for reading through her vibrant and innovative creations.
Billy Bear has brushed his teeth, had a bath and put on his pyjamas. Tonight is Mum’s pottery class so her friend Lucy is looking after Billy. Lucy reads Billy a story and they sing songs together, but when it’s time for bed Billy just can’t sleep. What can be bothering him?
A polar bear cub has lost his mother in the snow-covered forest. Unable to find her after a long search, he decides to build a big white bear out of snow to keep him company while he waits. His forest friends arrive one by one to help him, but when darkness falls, their own mothers call them home. The little white bear is left alone again. The cub cuddles close to the snow bear and falls fast asleep. But listen! As dawn breaks, who comes sniffing and searching through the trees?Nature lovers of all ages will delight in the captivating illustrations and the reassuring story of friendship, teamwork, and a mother's love. On every page, lavish embossing and silver accents gently illuminate the frosty beauty of the forest setting.
This is a wacky story about a very nosey family. It has quirky illustrations and comes complete with a keyhole concertina so the readers can do some snooping themselves
Freya loves horses, but her mother forbids her to go near them. So Freya carves her own horse in the white chalky rock on the hillside above her village. When she completes the carving, a magical journey leads the way to a wonderful birthday.
Uncle Herbert's day of babysitting his niece turns into an unexpected adventure as she proves to be an enthusiastic organizer and willing helper, surprising both him and his customers with her energy.
Alles ist ruhig und friedlich in Herbert Hases Friseursalon, dem besten in der Stadt. Leise summt der Föhn, und der Getränkeautomat brummt gemütlich vor sich hin. Bis plötzlich Herberts kleine Nichte Holly auftaucht und ihrem Onkel beim Stutzen, Tönen, Föhnen sehr tatkräftig unter die Arme greift. Weder Onkel Herbert noch seine Kunden Lama, Seidenaffe und Adler Glatzkopf hätten gedacht, dass ein kleines Mädchen so energisch sein kann.