New Releases by Cicely Mary Barker

First published in 1926, "Flower Fairies of the Autumn" is the third in a series of "Flower Fairy" books by English illustrator and author, Cicely Mary Barker. Barker trained at the Croydon School of Art starting at age 13 and began her professional career drawing and painting for greeting cards and children''s magazines. A gifted artist in watercolors, oils, pastels, as well as pen and ink, Barker was inspired by the popularity of fairies in the early twentieth-century to create one of her most famous and enduring works, "Flower Fairies of the Autumn". Exquisitely rendered and charmingly detailed, the book is a collection of twenty-four poems and paintings depicting flowers and their guardian fairies. Barker''s work is an amazing combination of both realism and fantasy as she studied and worked hard to make her drawings and paintings as close to the natural world as possible. Barker combined her impressive artistic talent with a lively and playful world of magic and imagination. The result is a timeless series of books that have charmed children and adults for generations. This edition reproduces in full color her original illustrations along with their accompanying poems and is printed on premium acid-free paper.

First published in the 1920s, the ''Flower Fairy'' books by Cicely Mary Barker have delighted generations of children with their exquisite illustrations and engaging poems. In ''Flower Fairies of the Winter'' we meet the warm and mischievous fairies of the coldest season. Characters like the Yew Fairy and the Holly Fairy encourage us to look at nature and learn to appreciate the true beauty and wonder of the ''ordinary'' world around us.

First published in the 1920s, the ''Flower Fairy'' books by Cicely Mary Barker have delighted generations of children with their exquisite illustrations and engaging poems. In ''Flower Fairies of the Autumn'' we meet the fairies who hide among the fallen leaves, make mischief among the blackberries and encourage us to look at nature and learn to appreciate the true beauty and wonder of the ''ordinary'' world around us.

This complete collection of Cicely Mary Barker''s Flower Fairies features a stunning new cover. Perfect for fans of the Flower Fairies old and new this wonderful collection includes all the original Flower Fairy poems and illustrations by Cicely Mary Barker from the classic books. Cicely Mary Barker''s Flower Fairies have been ethereal companions to girls and women around the world ever since the publication of Cicely''s first book in 1923. The magical illustrations have inspired generations of children to search for fairies at the bottom of their gardens. There is something delightfully charming about the delicate, childlike fairies of Cicely''s imagination. Once seen, they are never forgotten. Cicely Mary Barker was born in Croydon, South London in 1895 and died in 1973. She found international acclaim as an artist with her delightful Flower Fairies books the first of which, Flower Fairies of the Spring, was printed in 1923.

When Cicely Mary Barker returns to the country estate of Bartons to look after her elderly friend Edith, she expects a quiet Winter finishing her new book. She is surprised and delighted when she realises that she has a tiny, magical visitor - the poor Rose Fairy needs a home for the winter, and Cicely is only too glad to help. This wonderful new book offers a fictional insight into the journal of Cicely Mary Barker, the creative mind behind the Flower Fairies, with plenty of opportunities for delving further into the story and discovering the tiny secrets of the fairy folk. The book includes a pull out three dimensional fairy home.

This enchanting collection of one hundred postcards features a selection of Cicely Mary Barker''s most exquisite Flower Fairy paintings. From the ethereal seasonal fairies, through to the playful fairy alphabet, this magical box celebrates Cicely Mary Barker''s incredible talent and the enduring appeal of the beautiful fairies she created. Postcards include fairies from all 8 Flower Fairies books: Flower Fairies of the Spring, Flower Fairies of the Summer, Flower Fairies of the Autumn, Flower Fairies of the Winter, A Flower Fairy Alphabet, Flower Fairies of the Trees, Flower Fairies of the Garden and Flower Fairies of the Wayside

This enchanting collection of art and poetry features Cicely Mary Barker''s most exquisite Flower Fairy paintings and poems from the following books; Flower Fairies of the Spring, Flower Fairies of the Summer, Flower Fairies of the Autumn and Flower Fairies of the Winter. This book also includes five rarely seen Flower Fairies which have been omitted from Flower Fairies of The Summer for many years; The Sorrel Fairy, The Convolvulus Fairy, The White Campion Fairy, The Thistle Fairy and The Wild Thyme Fairy. This magical book is housed in a beautiful slipcase and celebrates Cicely Mary Barker''s incredible talent and the enduring appeal of the beautiful fairies she created. It would make the perfect present for any fairy fan or collector, and would also be an ideal christening, naming ceremony, birthday, or Christmas gift.

This beautifully presented edition of Cicely Mary Barker''s The Complete Book of the Flower Fairies is an enchanting and magical collector''s piece. It is limited to an edition of only 1000 copies, and comes exquisitely packaged in a lavish presentation box with two hand-numbered, limited edition prints of rarely seen Cicely Mary Barker artwork. The original artwork for these prints has only recently been re-discovered; these charming and delicate fairy pen-and-ink drawings have not been seen in print since they were originally published in Fairies of the Flowers and Trees in 1950. The vintage-inspired design of the set pays tribute to the timeless beauty of Cicely Mary Barker''s Flower Fairies. The book has luxurious linen effect binding with foil detail and has special endpapers. With Cicely Mary Barker''s poems and fairy illustrations throughout, this is the perfect gift for fairy fans of all ages and something to treasure for a lifetime.

The Complete Book of the Flower Fairieshas been beautifully transformed with luxurious finishes including a cloth cover with foil stamping, pearlized pink edged pages, a ribbon, and a gorgeous sturdy slipcase with foil stamping. This deluxe edition brings all of Barker''s fairies together in one place just in time for the holidays!

Lily is a new Flower Fairy who has just arrived in Fairyopolis when she uncovers a message guiding her to a magical secret place. Explore the exciting novelties on each spread as she makes her way through the treetops, over a glimmering stream and through a field of poppies. The incredible pop-up on the final spread features a walled garden, where you will find waterfalls, butterflies and lots of fairies!

Can you sparkle like a Flower Fairy? A Flower Fairy''s sparkle comes from looking after their flowers and caring for others. Discover how to sparkle like a Flower Fairy and you will receive special rewards. Inside are a wand, bracelet, necklace, headband and a beautiful set of fairy wings.

This delightful sticker activity book has an attention grabbing new look is packed full of magical games and activities for every aspiring Flower Fairy. Little girls can create their own garden by adding pretty sparkly stickers to the double pull-out background.

Where are the Flower Fairies hiding? Can you peep through the fairy garden to see them? Follow the fairies through a fairy day and discover the wonderful adventures they have in Flower Fairyland.

It’s Fairy Friendship Week, so when Candytuft’s recipe book gets ruined, she wonders how she’ll create her delicious sweets for all the other Flower Fairies. Worse than that, someone’s up to no good and seems determined to spoil the special week for everyone. Can Candytuft find out who’s responsible for the havoc? And will she ever succeed in making a new batch of enchanted treats for her friends?

"A Flower fairies friends chapter book"--Cover.

Do you believe in fairies? Protected and hidden by a society of Fairy lovers for over 80 years the secret fairy journal of Cicely Mary Barker is available for the first time ever to the public. Learn what really happened during that magical Summer of 1920 when Cicely Mary Barker discovered the secret world of the Flower Fairies.

The Flower Fairies are now starring in their own individual books, targeted to little girls ages 3 and up. These full-color picture books, called the Flower Fairies Friends, feature Cicely Mary Barker''s lavishly detailed original art. In "How Zinnia Got Her Name, one little fairy doesn''t have a special plant all of her own. How will she ever fit in? And in "Wild Cherry''s Secret, learn how a fairy who is supposed to be an acrobat is really afraid of heights! Just right for the youngest fans of these ever-popular fairies.

Introduce young children to the alphabet with the help of Barker''s delightful Flower Fairies. From A to Z, there is a Flower Fairy to color in for each letter of the alphabet. Constructed of heavy paper suitable for crayons, marker, or paints. Line drawings.

Flower Fairies A Gardener''s Year is available again with a colorful new cover! This beautiful volume is the perfect gift for any gardener. It offers advice and information on planting and maintaining a successful garden, and will be an invaluable asset to anyone who enjoys the changing of the seasons. Spiral bound for convenience, this book also provides space for notes to allow creativity to blossom and is sure to come in handy with helpful tips for an herb box or a formal rose garden.

Lavender makes a magical decision.

Celebrate Christmas with the Flower Fairies in this newest Flower Fairies(tm) Friends title! This book has a die-cut cover with holographic foil and is filled with Barker''s colorful illustrations and beautiful details. Fans can even sing along as the Flower Fairies sing We Wish you a Merry Christmas to the Christmas Tree Fairy. The Flower Fairies are spreading warmth and good cheer this season.

Celebrate Valentine''s Day with the Flower Fairies in this special Flower Fairies Friends book. The Flower Fairies are the perfect Valentine''s companions, and this book is filled with Barker''s colorful illustrations and beautiful details. Love is in the air as the Flower Fairies create and send valentines to each other. This is a great value and an ideal gift for young Flower Fairies fans.

Introduce young children to the alphabet with the help of Barker''s delightful Flower Fairies. From A to Z, there is a Flower Fairy to color in for each letter of the alphabet. Constructed of heavy paper suitable for crayons, marker, or paints. Line drawings.

Only the owner of this book can open it, and entries are for his or her eyes only. Aside from a space for each day, there are pages where the owner can record specific thoughts and feelings, making this a unique personal diary. Good for any year, it is decorated with Flower Fairies illustrations.

The Song of The Poppy Fairy The green wheat''s a-growing, The lark sings on high; In scarlet silk a-glowing, Here stand I. The wheat''s turning yellow, Ripening for sheaves; I hear the little fellow Who scares the bird-thieves. Now the harvest''s ended, The wheat-field is bare; But still, red and splendid, I am there.

The Song of The Iris Fairy I am Iris- I''m the daughter Of the marshland and the water. Looking down, I see the gleam Of the clear and peaceful stream; Water-lilies large and fair With their leaves are floating there; All the water-world I see, And my own face smiles at me!