An exciting new picture book about much-loved Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends from the bestselling creator of One Snowy Night. Percy’s friend, the hedgehog, has always longed to fly but, without wings, it’s an impossible dream. But then, one day, a stranger arrives in the park, needing his help. Will the hedgehog’s wish come true at last? A funny, heart-warming story about kindness, friendship and teamwork, introducing the phenomenally popular Percy the Park Keeper to a new generation of readers. Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years! Praise for One Springy Day: ‘Brimming with warmth and gentle humour.’ Sally Morris, Daily Mail ‘An absolute must for every young book shelf’ Reading Zone ‘A timeless classic’ Story Kids Praise for One Snowy Night: ‘A heartwarming bedtime tale…’ Susan Hill, The Independent ‘A lovely book to share at bedtime’ Children’s Book News ‘… it’s just right for reading aloud on a cold day’ Books for Keeps A new Percy the Park Keeper adventure! Nick Butterworth was born in London and grew up in a sweet shop in Essex. He worked for various major graphic design companies before becoming a full-time author and illustrator. Among his picture books are Thud!, QPootle5, Jingle Bells, Albert le Blanc, Tiger and The Whisperer, winner of the Nestlé Gold Award. But he is best known for his stories about Percy the Park Keeper, which have sold more than 9 million copies worldwide. Percy has also appeared in his own television series. A new Percy the Park Keeper adventure! • The Percy the Park Keeper books have sold more than 9.4 million copies, worldwide, and have been translated into 16 languages. • One Springy Day published in 2019 to celebrate Percy’s 30th anniversary! • Percy has starred in his own stunning, animated television series on CITV. • One Snowy Night was read on CBeebies Bedtime Stories • Nick’s picture book character QPootle5 also starred in his own animated TV series for CBeebies Competition: The Secret Path; After the Storm; One Snowy Night; Percy’s Bumpy Ride; The Secret Path; The Treasure Hunt; Dogger; Kipper; Oi Frog; The Koala Who Could; The Squirrels Who Squabbled; Wonky Donkey; Dinky Donkey; Gruffalo. By: Nick Butterworth; Mick Inkpen; Rachel Bright; Jim Field; Julia Donaldson.
Publicat de: HarperCollins Publishers