Most Popular Books by Mick Inkpen

A ship gets caught in a terrible storm at sea. The sailors and the ship''s mouse are terrified. But on board is someone fast asleep who is not afraid and the mouse witnesses an amazing miracle. Suggested level: primary.

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

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.

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.

An abandoned stuffed toy is found in an attic. The family brings him back to his past glory.

Recounts the story of Jesus'' calming of the storm, as told through the eyes of a shipboard mouse.

A delay in delivering the invitations to Kipper the dog''s birthday party causes his friends to come on the wrong day.

Kipper the dog has found a soggy blue balloon in the garden. At first, it seems like an ordinary balloon, but it''s not. It''s full of fun, magic and endless possibilities... 30 years after it was first published, The Blue Balloon is a celebrated picture book classic. It features the very first appearance of Mick Inkpen''s much-loved puppy charachter, Kipper, and has delighted millions of children worldwide. This playful tale of imagination, complete with fantastic fold-out pages, is a classic to be treasured, loved and shared time and time again. This gorgeous anniversary edition comes complete with special bonus material and is an absolute must for all Kipper fans!

On a hot summer day when Kipper the dog discovers a leak in his paddling pool, he fixes it in a very unusual way.

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

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

Learn the alphabet with Kipper in this fun-packed story book! Join Kipper and his friends as they go through the alphabet from A to Z, searching for different things for each letter. From Arnold the piggie, who has lost his ant, all the way to Zebra (who has been waiting and waiting for his turn to join in with the story!) This playful story is the perfect way to introduce the alphabet to very young children. Or to help older children become more confident using letters. Each letter is written in upper and lower case, and can be sounded out phonetically. Kipper has been a much-loved picture book character for over 25 years. "A perfect introduction to the alphabet ... Rather than just listing words that match the letters, there''s a real story here, with a strong cast of characters, an involving plot and plenty of jokes to keep everyone smiling" - The Bookbag "Kipper has touched a cord with children and parents alike" - Practical Parenting

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.

A classic Kipper picture book about baby animals, perfect for sharing together. 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 story about baby 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

Wibbly Pig is finding and counting his friends who are hiding.

A little girl imagines all the things she would do if she had a sheep for a pet.

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?

There is one thing that has always been wrong with Threadbear. In his tummy is a squeaker that has never squeaked . . . Can Father Christmas help? A Christmas classic for over 25 years, this award-winning story from the creator of Kipper and Wibbly Pig proves that dreams do come true. With a stunning new cover and fantastic fold-out pages.

An exciting re-launch of this delightful series taking the single titles to eight in total. Oh dear! Here is a woman who is very sad. She has lost something very, very important and she must search everywhere to find it. She turns her house upside down. Does she find what she has lost?

While playing on the beach, Kipper the dog finds the finishing touches to hissandcastle in an unlikely place. Full color.

Kipper the dog spends the day enjoying the snow with his best friend Tiger.