Most Popular Books by Tom Percival

''Hibernation, dedication and one long-distance friendship that will never be forgotten: a must-have when a friend moves away.'' Kirkus What do you do when your best friend in the whole wide world has to move a long way away? Promise to write to each other ALL the time and to stay best friends FOREVER, that''s what. But it''s easier said than done – especially when your best friend seems to be having much more fun than you are . . . Join Herman the bear on a lift-the-flap adventure as he embarks upon one epic journey to deliver a very special letter and to ensure that his friendship with Henry the raccoon really is FOREVER. From Tom Percival, the bestselling author of the Big Bright Feelings series.

A moving, powerful story that shines a light on those that feel invisible in our world - and shows us that we ALL belong - from the author of Ruby''s Worry. The Invisible is the story of a young girl called Isabel and her family. They don''t have much, but they have what they need to get by. Until one day, there isn''t enough money to pay their rent and bills and they have to leave their home full of happy memories and move to the other side of the city. It is the story of a girl who goes on to make one of the hardest things anyone can ever make...a difference. And it is the story of those who are overlooked in our society - who are made to feel invisible - and why everyone has a place here. We all belong.

Hilarious illustrated story in the series about unlikely friends Squirrel and Duck. Join them on a mind-blowing adventure to find out why they are the only two talking animals in the world. Perfect for fans of Grimwood, Dog Man and Murray and Bun aged 7+.

An uplifting story about celebrating diversity and embracing what makes you you - from Tom Percival''s bestselling Big Bright Feelings series Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. ''A sweet and truly uplifting story that celebrates diversity in a subtle but unique way, and inspires children to dare to be different and have the courage to stand out.'' BookTrust Norman had always been perfectly normal . . . until the day he grew a pair of wings! Norman loves his new wings, and has the most fun ever trying them out high in the sky. But then he has to go in for dinner. What will his parents think? What will everyone else think? Norman feels the safest plan is to cover his wings with a big coat. But hiding the thing that makes you different proves tricky and upsetting. Can Norman ever truly be himself? This poignant and uplifting story about individuality is filled with stunning artwork in a striking minimal palette. From Tom Percival''s bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, it is the perfect book about self-acceptance and being yourself.

''Hilarious, off-the-wall and great fun'' Sun Laugh-out-loud illustrated fiction about unlikely friends Squirrel and Duck. Giggle as they outwit bungling burglars, with only the help of their pet cactus! Perfect for fans of the Dog Man and Grimwood series. ''Hilarious... addictive'' Guardian ''Had me laughing out loud from the very first page'' Emily-Jane Clark, author of The Beasts of Knobbly Bottom From the bestselling author of the Big Bright Feelings picture book series Squirrel and Duck might seem strange housemates but they are drawn together by their secret – they are the only two talking animals in the world! When bulldozers arrive to redevelop the abandoned theme park they call home, they run away, taking with them only Mr Spikes, Duck''s beloved ''pet'' cactus. When they hear a conversation between two nincompoop art thieves they end up on the trail of untold riches (according to Squirrel) or a great deed to help the nation (as far as Duck''s concerned)! Only some surprisingly unhelpful woodland creatures stand in their way! Readers will love this zanily brilliant story, full of unlikely scenarios and laugh-out-loud moments. Don''t miss book 2, Squirrel and Duck: Invasion of the Doggy-Snatchers.

From author and illustrator Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series: A magical, reassuring picture book about moving house, to soothe even the biggest worries Ivan''s old house had always been so warm and friendly. This new one was NOT. Ivan finds his new house strange and can''t sleep. He lies awake and then sees a shimmering light come down. The light turns into a creature called a Moji, and it takes him on a fabulous night-time adventure, up high into space, bounding through starlit forests and down deep into the oceans. Ivan has never had so much fun! And the magical Moji shows him that soon the new house will feel like home. A gently emotional story to reassure fears about moving house, with stunning artwork and a wonderful magical element. The author/illustrator of Herman''s Letter has shown his breadth of talent with this new direction.

Chanda and the Devious Doubt is an exciting adventure that will help children to overcome their doubts! From Tom Percival, the creator of Silas and the Marvellous Misfits – a Marcus Rashford Book Club Choice! – and Ruby''s Worry, comes the second title in the action packed Dream Defenders series (previously published as A Case of the Jitters). Erika has an amazing secret. She’s a member of the Dream Defenders – a top-secret organization that will banish your worries while you sleep! When Erika gets an emergency call from the team, she dives into the dream world and meets Chanda – Chanda is struggling with her confidence and a terrifying Doubt is attacking her dream! Can the Dream Defenders help Chanda believe in herself and banish her Doubts, before they take over completely? Discover more incredible Dream Defenders adventures in Erika and the Angermare and Silas and the Marvellous Misfits.

From Tom Percival, the creator of Silas and the Marvellous Misfits – a Marcus Rashford Book Club Choice! – and Ruby''s Worry, comes the first title in the action packed Dream Defenders series. Erika and the Angermare (previously published as Attack of the Heebie Jeebies) is an exciting adventure that will help children how to understand and deal with being cross! Erika Delgano can sometimes get a little angry . . . Her little brother manages to ruin everything, and her parents don’t have any time for her. And one night things go from bad to worse when she falls asleep upset – she finds herself stuck in a bad dream with no way to get home and being chased by a terrifying Angermare! Enter the Dream Defenders – a top-secret organisation that will banish your worries while you sleep! Can they help Erika stand up to the Angermare, or will she be trapped forever? Discover more incredible Dream Defenders adventures in Chanda and the Devious Doubt and Silas and the Marvellous Misfits.

Quiet is a touching tale of courage and how sometimes the smallest voice can deliver the biggest message. From highly acclaimed creators Tom Percival and Richard Jones, collaborating for the first time. Also by Tom Percival: The Sea Saw The Invisible The River Also by Richard Jones: Perdu Little Bear Where Have You Been, Little Cat?

Hilarious illustrated story in a brilliant series about unlikely friends Squirrel and Duck. Laugh on every page as they take down a secret alien conspiracy! Perfect for fans of Dog Man and Grimwood, aged 7+.

There''s been a robbery in Tale Town! Someone has stolen a cutting from the magical Story Tree, and it''s up to twins Hansel and Gretel to get it back. With the help of their new friend Wolfie, a not very big or very bad wolf, they discover a secret fortress in the forest, containing a Magic Looking Glass that promises to help them. But things are not always what they seem, especially when the Magic Looking Glass starts causing trouble! Can Wolfie and the twins find the Story Tree cutting and save the day, or will the Magic Looking Glass have the last laugh? The Magic Looking Glass is the fourth book in this brilliant new highly-illustrated series by Tom Percival, featuring all the fairy-tale characters you know and love having brand-new adventures!

From author and illustrator Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series: a motivating and empowering story about a little mole who learns that everyone has something special to give the world “Dream big, Little Mole, be brilliant, be YOU ...” Join one little mole as she follows her dream of building the biggest hole ever, and learns along the way that everyone has something special to give the world – it just sometimes takes a little time (and a few mishaps!) to discover what that special something is. A powerful celebration of embracing who you are and finding your own unique talent from Tom Percival, the creator of Ruby''s Worry. With charming illustrations by Christine Pym. This audio-enabled edition comes with a gorgeous reading by Sam Newton, along with music and sound effects.

Longlisted for the BookTrust StoryTime Prize 2020 Most of the time Ravi can control his temper but, one day, he lets out the tiger within ... Being a tiger is great fun at first – tigers can do ANYTHING they want! But who wants to play with a growling, roaring, noisy, wild tiger who won''t share or play nicely? Ravi is about to discover something very important about expressing his feelings and making amends. A clever and engaging book about temper tantrums, dealing with emotions and learning to express and understand your feelings. From Tom Percival''s bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, this is the perfect book for helping with bad days and noisy outbursts. A special edition where the words and pictures take you on a journey far beyond the page. This audio-enabled eBook comes with a gorgeous reading by Sam Newton, along with music and sound effects.

A reassuring and sensitive book – the perfect springboard for talking to children about sharing their hidden worries. From the Big Bright Feelings series by Tom Percival Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. ''If your child has a worry - and all children do have worries - this is the ideal book to encourage them to talk about it'' Parents In Touch Ruby loves being Ruby. Until, one day, she finds a worry. At first it''s not such a big worry, and that''s all right, but then it starts to grow. It gets bigger and bigger every day and it makes Ruby sad. How can Ruby get rid of it and feel like herself again? A perceptive and poignant story that is a must-have for all children''s bookshelves. From Tom Percival''s bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, this is the perfect book for discussing childhood worries and anxieties, no matter how big or small they may be.

An exquisite, thought-provoking book to help children understand the idea of ever-changing emotions. Rowan loves the river; it’s just like he is. On some days, it’s quiet and calm, on others it’s light and playful, and then there are the days when it roars along, wild and angry. But when Rowan goes through a particularly difficult winter, the river freezes – just like Rowan. Can Rowan find a way to release his frozen feelings, and allow the river to flow freely once more? The wise and reassuring new picture book from the creator of The Invisible and Ruby''s Worry. Other books by Tom Percival: The Sea Saw The Invisible

Meesha loves making things ... but there''s one thing she finds difficult to make – friends. She doesn''t know quite what to do, what to say or when to say it, and she struggles reading and responding to social cues. But one day she discovers that she has a special talent that will help her to navigate challenging social situations and help her to make friends. A warm and affectionate look at the joys and difficulties of making and keeping friends, relating to others, and finding your place in the world. Wonderfully empowering and emotionally resonant, Tom Percival''s Big Bright Feelings series is the perfect springboard for conversations about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, building self-confidence and managing feelings. Every child''s bookshelf should contain his books. This audio-enabled edition comes with a gorgeous reading by Sam Newton, along with music and sound effects.

For Rapunzel, being a princess has been nothing but fun. But everything goes wrong when she breaks a magical urn and blames it on her new friend, Ella. It turns out that the urn was home to a very cross (and now very homeless) hermit genie, who casts a spell making everyone blame Rapunzel for everything that goes wrong in Tale Town! With the help of her friends and a mysterious green monkey called Alphege, can Rapunzel ''undo what she has done'' and lift the curse? The Genie''s Curse is the third book in this brilliant new highly-illustrated series by Tom Percival, featuring all the fairy-tale characters you know and love having brand-new adventures!

A beautiful and urgent exploration of the experience of child poverty from Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, for fans of Boy at the Back of the Class. Working in partnership with the National Literacy Trust, £1 from the sale of a hardback copy in the UK will go towards supporting children in poverty. ''Powerful and moving with the potential to change lives'' Hannah Gold ''Full of empathy and most importantly, heart'' Phil Earle There''s a bunch of kids in there and suddenly they''re all looking at me like someone who can actually do something, not just some weirdo with the wrong shoes and a rubbish coat . . . Will has the wrong shoes – he''s always known it but doesn''t know how to change it. Navigating the difficulties of home and school when you feel you stick out is tough, but finding confidence with the help and empathy of friends can be all you need to see the way. Praise for The Wrong Shoes: ‘An extraordinary, powerful and moving book that has the potential to change lives.’ Hannah Gold ‘Every chapter is full of experience & empathy & most importantly, heart’ Phil Earle ‘Reading fiction is about walking in the shoes of people whose lives are very different to ours and allowing more readers to see themselves in stories. The Wrong Shoes is the perfect example of both – the right book at the right time’ Tom Palmer ‘A brilliant book – such a perfect marriage of words and illustrations and an important story told with real heart’ Christopher Edge ‘A hopeful, honest, big-hearted read. You’ll be rooting for the main character, Will, from the very first page . . . ’ Clara Vulliamy ‘A beautifully illustrated, deeply moving, empathy-boosting story . . .’ Rashmi Sirdeshpande ‘A superbly courageous and timely book. Will is a protagonist so many children and adults will identify with, really beautiful’ Steven Lenton

A beautiful, emotionally satisfying look at how nothing is ever truly lost if you keep it in your heart... When Sofia loses her beloved teddy after a day at the beach, she is heartbroken. But the sea saw it all, and maybe, just maybe, it can bring Sofia and her teddy back together. However long it may take... Exquisite collage artwork is paired with an assured, moving text in this very special picture book.