The Mishaps of Johnny Seagull

Down at the beach, Johnny Seagull’s family are gathering ready to go fishing for lunch and Katie and her Grandpa are hunting for crabs in the rock pools. Cecil Crow is heading their way from the next bay.

Johnny is a young seagull, bored with having to eat fish at every mealtime and longing to sample the delights of foods like pepperoni pizza, fries, and ice cream. His best friend Cecil is a mischievous scallywag, always up to no good and forever encouraging Johnny to join him in his schemes. Thoughtful and kind, Katie would hate to see Johnny go hungry.

Will Johnny allow himself to be led astray by Cecil Crow and even go so far as to steal to get to try his dream foods, or could it be that tricking Katie enables Johnny to get to try the foods he so desires?

An Unfinished Story: Return of Pinocchio

Dear reader,

Remember what a metaphor is? In simple words, this is what we want to say, without naming names and positions, with elements of sharp humour, exposing the whole palette of political fraud, when politicians promise people ‘mountains of gold,’ and as a result, the people get ‘bitten and beaten.’

We present to your attention a humorous work, a story about a political circus that has existed throughout human history. And if we spin this wheel, we will see that all these situations described in the book, one way or another, occurred in certain states and eras. People have faced and continue to believe in political illusions for centuries.

After reading this book, you will react with humour when looking at those politicians who are going to govern society. The images of the characters we know reflect the stupidity, greed, and naivety of people who are ready to believe what they are promised…

Coffee and Solace

Within is the laundry list of a poor unfortunate soul, a hungry flirtatious sweet tooth.
She is Icarus without Apollo.
Reborn from ashes hoping to turn the residual melancholy into a spectacle.
She writes of heartache and loneliness, joy, and comfort, how art shapes her world.
She writes with a burning, writhing need to understand her humanity.
She writes about everyone she’s ever met, and the people she never will.
Within is a love letter to herself, and to all the ones who can’t use their words.
Within is a promise to keep loving all the beautiful, disgusting, amazing, horrendous parts of herself.
She writes alone in the a.m, hoping her words scream loud enough before her coffee goes cold.

Little Jigme

Little Jigme is a Tibetan spaniel who lives in the Himalayas, which are the highest mountains in the world. His home is a Tibetan monastery, where he is looked after by the chief lama and the other monks. He is curious to know what snow is like higher up the mountain. He decides to leave the monastery one morning and set out on his own to find out. On the journey, he meets other friendly animals who help him on his way. As he gets higher, the mountain changes. Night begins to fall and it becomes colder. Little Jigme starts to feel frightened and very alone. Will there be anybody to help him? Should he carry on or turn back? He suddenly remembers that his name means ‘brave’ in the Tibetan language, and finds courage to carry on with his adventure. Has he made the right decision and does he return safely to the monastery?

Witchwater Tarn

An air of mystery surrounds Hoarfrost, the hermit of Witchwater Tarn. The inhabitants of Witchwater Wood are wary of him and fail to understand his constant search for knowledge. In their fear and distrust, they betray him, yet in the end, when their need is greatest, it is he who saves them – but at what cost to himself?

Told through the eyes of a group of woodland creatures and set in an earlier century, Witchwater Tarn is an inspiring and thought-provoking story for younger readers. Its beautiful illustrations complement this tale of strong relationships and moral dilemmas, of courage and kindness, and of deceit and forgiveness.

This wonderfully descriptive story is brought to life with both lovely illustrations and rich language. The ideas expressed communicate a sense of moral integrity, providing valuable support for parents and educators as they help children grow and develop. This story offers reassurance and comfort to all who face the difficulty of choosing between good and evil.

Read and Count Smiles

Join Tina on a delightful adventure in Smiles, the first book in the enchanting ‘Read and Count’ series for preschoolers.

When Baby Ben’s frown leaves Tina feeling blue, she sets off with her pink shopping bag on a heartwarming quest to collect smiles from her friendly neighbours.

From the gleaming grin of Mrs. Pickles to the cheerful chuckles of Sailor Sam and his parrot Polly, each smile Tina gathers brings her closer to brightening her brother’s day.

Along the way, young readers will not only enjoy a charming tale but also learn to count from one to ten with each new smile Tina collects.

How to Make a Friendship Potion

How do you make the perfect friendship potion?

With a dash of honesty, a sprinkle of silliness, and a generous helping of trust dust!

Join our young adventurers on a magical journey as they mix up the most delightful potion for making friends. Along the way, they’ll discover the true ingredients of friendship: kindness, fun, and working together. A heartwarming story about creating bonds and sharing joy, this tale is sure to inspire children to whip up their own recipe for friendship!

Buster the Bullfrog

Buster the Bullfrog was a happy bullfrog until the day a lightning storm changed everything. It was very strange, indeed, how his whole world was turned upside down after a flash of lightning struck the rock he was sitting on, sending him diving into the water to escape the storm. You would never guess in a million years what happened to Buster the Bullfrog when he swam back up to the surface of the lake and climbed back onto his rock…

SIPS

SIPS: The Molecular Connection Between Immunity & Learning

Have you ever wondered why anxiety has become so prevalent in modern society? Or why today’s children seem to be grappling more than ever with depression and other neurofunctional disorders? SIPS: The interaction of the Sympathetic nervous system (NS), Immunity, and Parasympathetic NS.

A ground-breaking idea has emerged in the ever-evolving field of immunology and neuroscience, connecting dots we never thought to join. Dive into the riveting exploration of how the very molecules responsible for warding off infections in our bodies play a pivotal role in how we learn and process the world around us.

More than just a revelation of interconnected systems, SIPS provides a comprehensive road map to ensure every child navigates the challenges of modern childhood and reaches their full potential. This book unfolds the symbiotic relationship between our body’s defence mechanisms and cognitive functions.

At its core, SIPS sheds light on the hidden crisis of childhood mental health and is a call to action to reinvent the nurturing environments that are vital for healthy development.

It highlights the urgent need to shift our understanding and approach to well-being. Discover why reviving the innocent smiles of our youth isn’t just a nostalgic endeavour but a societal necessity. Learn practical strategies to protect and nurture the mental health of our young ones, preventing the rising tide of childhood depression.

In SIPS, we’re invited to reimagine the future of learning and development and reinvent the essence of healthy childhood for generations to come. With this guide, we step closer to a world where every child’s potential is realised and nurtured.

If Dresses Could Talk

Jane and Terry may be in the same history class, but they come from different worlds. When they have to pair up to work on a school project, their trip to the museum doesn’t quite go as planned…

Join them in a historical fashion adventure as they discover the deadliest dresses to date and meet some spooky friends along the way!

The House of Florence

Come and meet the children in the house of Florence.

Annabella is very smart and helps with the younger children. Neddy needs to be kept busy, Haddy is sensitive, Teddy just loves being happy, Gingerella is a tomboy, Etherlina is friendly and has lots of friends, Lenny loves school and enjoys learning, and Barbarella the youngest loves beautiful things.

Together, the family face many problems and challenges. Sometimes these challenges take them into the lives of friends, school and being aware of the environment. They all go through important lessons, enhancing their development and becoming stronger, happier children. Discover how the love, warmth and growth take necessary journeys and to how the children learn that there is a solution to every problem if you learn to share.

Ladies

A new Dott Little adventure! 

She eavesdrops on these characters borrowed from her community.

Sisters, aunties, mothers, godmothers, grannies, cousins, nieces, teachers, doctors, dentists, engineers, forklift drivers, vets, musicians, climbers, athletes, scientists, dancers, captains, crafters, surgeons, bakers, actors and entrepreneurs, all good friends having fun together.

Read Dott’s playful verse as she dreams of similar adventures with her own friends someday!