This laugh-out-loud story about Gus the grumpy dog will tickle every dog-lover's funny bone. Gus doesn't like much of anything, not going walkies, not playing fetch, and especially not making new friends. So what will Gus do when a lively little puppy appears on the scene? Is grumpy Gus really a big old softie – maybe, or maybe not...Giggle away those grumps with This is Gus, a hilarious picture book written and illustrated by bestselling Chris Chatterton, about bad moods,...

A hilarious Christmas picture book, starring the wonderfully grumpy Gus!Gus the dog doesn't like Christmas. He doesn't like carols, or cake, or Christmas jumpers. And he certainly doesn't like mistletoe. To Gus, a tree is only good for one thing, and it's not for hanging baubles on. But can everyone's favourite grump learn to love the season of goodwill?Brilliantly funny, Merry Christmas, Gus will appeal to everyone who loves Christmas . ....

The Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum in the city’s historic docks contains a unique collection of objects spanning the centuries. In this book, the museum’s director, Chris Chatterton, has selected 100 key objects and describes their place in the military history of the county and country. From uniforms worn in battle against Napoleon and beautiful paintings of the Indian Raj, to the Glosters’ famous role in Korea, this richly illustrated book tells the fascinating stories behind the obj...

Princess Florizella may live in a classic fairy-tale world, but she’s no ordinary princess…These three stories were originally published under the titles Princess Florizella, Princess Florizella and the Wolves and Princess Florizella and the Giant.They were originally dedicated to her daughter but have been reimagined in this edition which she has dedicated to her grandchildren.“Princess Florizella was friends with som...

A day in the life of a cat – told from the cat's point of view! A funny rhyming story from Peter Bently and Chris Chatterton, illustrator of the bestselling Ten Minutes to Bed series.I am Cat. Cat is me. A most superior thing to be.I am Cat. I need nap. Window? Cupboard? Dog Bed? Lap!Join one cheeky little cat for a busy day packed full of essential cat activities. From climbing and prowling, to playing and snoozing . . . B...

Celebrate Christmas with everyone's favourite little unicorn!Fall asleep with Twinkle the unicorn after she goes on very festive night-time adventure.It's Christmas Eve and Twinkle is too excited to sleep! But someone very special is also awake, and is having a bit of trouble! Can Twinkle come to the rescue?Finishing on a gentle end, this beautiful story is the perfect length for a calm bedtime read.This bestselling bedtime ...

A brand-new story from award-winning, bestselling duo Giles Andreae and Chris Chatterton!When the King of Dogs announces the opening of a brand-new Doggy Park, everyone is excited! There's just one problem. The king won't be seen with just any dog . . . they must have the PERFECT amount of wag in their tail, the BRIGHTEST shiny eyes and the most SNUFFLY of noses.But his heart, the park doesn't feel quite how the King had hoped. Will one scruff-eare...

An uplifting tale about perseverance and resilience, by Rachel Bright and Chris Chatterton, creators of the bestselling The Worrysaurus and The Hugasaurus!Speedysaurus gets her very first bicycle! She is excited to start speeding along and dreams of entering a bicycling competition and winning all the medals! But she keeps WIBBLING and WOBBLING until she FALLS. This little dinosaur is just about ready to give up, but Grannysaurus reminds her that ...

A reassuring tale about coping with overwhelming feelings and frustration, The Stompysaurus is the latest book in the DinoFeelings series by Rachel Bright and Chris Chatterton, creators of The Worrysaurus.One morning, Stompysaurus wakes from a happy dream, feeling excited for the new day, until things start to go a bit wrong. His brother's being a tease, his breakfast isn't his usual favourite and NOTHING is going right. His STOMPS and RO...

Princess Florizella may live in a classic fairy-tale world, but she’s no ordinary princess…This two-book collection is made up of:# The Princess Rules# The Princess Rules: It’s a Prince ThingBook 1:“Princess Florizella was friends with some of the princesses who had studied the Princess Rules, and behaved just as the Rules said they should. Florizella thought their hair was lovely: so golden and so very long. And their clothes were...

A magical new story in the no.1 bestselling Ten Minutes to Bed series, written specifically to help children settle down for bedtime.Poppy the fairy wishes she could fly as high as all of her friends, but there's just one thing - her wings are very small!When Poppy spots a lost gnome far from his glade, she is determined to use her wings and get him to safety. But can this little fairy fly to the rescue and still get back home before bedtime?

A joyful celebration of the power of kindness for fans of The Worrysaurus. From Rachel Bright, author of the bestselling The Lion Inside, and Chris Chatterton, illustrator of the popular Ten Minutes to Bed series.One sunny morning, a happy little Hugasaurus waves goodbye to her Pappysaur and sets off into the world on her own for the very first time. When she finds a playground, some new friends welcome her to their games. But it isn't lo...