New Releases by Mick INKPEN

Mick Inkpen is the libraries'' ninth most borrowed author. Everything in the pet shop must go, even the rat with half his whiskers missing ''I''m only 1p. Choose me, '' he calls. But first, the little boy must look though all the other animal bargains...''The charmingly comical Inkpen, as always, hits the spot.'' Guardia

From the father-daughter team behind I Will Love You Anyway comes another heartwarming tale about a sweatband-wearing pug. Fetch! and Sit! and Stay! and Ball! and Walk! and Bed! I know those words… …but what is Fred? Little ones will laugh out loud as you read Mick and Chloë Inkpen’s delightful second story all about a troublesome little dog who finally discovers his own name.

A classic Kipper story about baby animals. Now in a chunky board book, perfect for little hands to hold. Kipper and Arthur are talking about baby animals. A baby owl must be an owlet, so a baby frog is a froglet and a baby hedgehog can only be a hoglet... But what is a baby dog called? Do you know? Little ones will love joining in with this charming tale about animals and growing up. Kipper has been a much-loved picture book character for over 25 years. ''The charmingly comical Inkpen, as always, hits the spot.'' Guardian ''You simply cannot fail to win smiles with a new book about Kipper.'' Daily Mail

The author of the beloved Kipper series teams up with his daughter to tell the heartwarming story of a sweat-band-wearing pug who just can’t seem to do the right thing. Dog is very badly behaved—he destroys everything, chases cars, rolls in poo, and won’t stop running away! But when he finds himself lost and alone there is one person he knows he can always count on. Chloë Inkpen’s sweet illustrations bring warmth and humor to this delightful story of family and unconditional love.

A classic Kipper story, capturing all of the magic and anticipation of Christmas Eve. In a chunky board book, perfect for little hands to hold. Which is best, Kipper wonders, Christmas Day or Christmas Eve? Presents, or expecting presents? It''s Christmas Eve and Kipper and his friends are preparing for the big day. Decorating the tree, exchanging presents and sharing in all the excitement together. Full of festive cheer, this charming story is perfect for reading together at Christmas time. Kipper has been a much-loved picture book character for over 25 years. "Kipper has touched a chord with children and parents alike" - Practical Parenting "The charmingly comical Inkpen, as always, hits the spot" - Guardian

Zoe loves her doll Molly, but so does her dog, Beans. It’s become a bit of a problem. And it all began when Beans lost his favourite toy, Binky Boo. Will Zoe and Beans ever find him? Let’s hope so, because Beans won''t give up the doll until they do, and poor Molly isn''t meant to be a dog''s toy. She''s getting very stinky! Join the loveably lively Zoe and her devoted dog Beans in a world full of fun, friendship and magical adventures.

A box of six little board books in appealing colours about Kipper, the dog who has won the hearts of millions of readers the world over. Each little book is eight pages long and full of things for a small child to discover, learn and play.

One very hot day Kipper decides to get out his paddling pool. Blowing it up is hot work, then he hears a tiny hiss! Will Kipper ever find a way to keep cool?

Kipper counts animals from one to ten.

Children are invited to spend a wet, bubbly day with Kipper and Tiger. Full color.

Kipper and Tiger plan a picnic which is nearly ruined by a series of disruptions.

Even with his new in-line skates Tiger is a terrible skater, but Kipper is good and, with a little practice, so is Pig.

Kipper the dog spends Christmas Eve selecting and decorating a tree, opening presents with friends, and waiting for Santa, all the while wondering if Christmas Day may be even better.

Kipper the dog and his friend Arnold work through the alphabet by collecting animals and other things for each letter.

Kipper the dog spends Christmas Eve selecting and decorating a tree, opening presents with friends, and waiting for Santa, all the while wondering if Christmas Day may be even better.

Bubu räumt seinen Schlafkorb völlig leer. Doch dann kann er nicht einschlafen und sieht sich nach den Schlafplätzen der anderen Tiere um.

Ten years after it was first published, Mick Inkpen''s book is now a celebrated classic. Balloons are squeaky, they float, they explode. The balloon is a blue one and, more crucially, a magic one.

Although he struggles to entertain Pig''s cousin, Kipper the dog cannot prevent Arnold from sucking his thumb.

Wellington, a little pig, is down to his last square of chocolate when disaster strikes, but his earlier generosity is rewarded.

La veille de Noël, Kipper va chercher un sapin dans la forêt. Mais il ramène aussi sans le savoir autre chose...

Meet the co-stars of "Kippers" TV series. A surprise visitor keeps Kipper very busy. Full color.

Kipper is a multi million bestselling picture book character