Publisher blurb: The Little Witchling lives alone in her mountain top and more than anything else, she wishes for a friend. So, when her spell-book tells her that the secret ingredient is the fur from a little girl's favourite teddy, she knows what she must do. But the teddy belongs to Lily, who can't bear to part with him. Will the Little Witchling give up her dream of a real friend? Or just maybe, is there a way for her and Lily to make the wish come true, together?
Over the last two years I have read over 400 picture books in my role as a Children's Book of Australia Book of the Year judge (Picture Book and New Illustrator). We were sent lots of books with stories told in rhyme and so many of them were unsuccessful. I highly recommend reading this article:
Do you control the verse, or does the verse control you? by Michelle Robinson
I am so pleased to read a book with an appealing rhyme - a rhyme and story that are sure to appeal to your young reading companion - aged 4+. Here is a video by Bloomsbury of the whole book.
Kirkus agree: Friendship stories aren’t new, but this sweet British import, told in lively verses that scan well, will find a receptive audience.
Companion book (very sadly this gem is long out of print):
I have previously mentioned Sarah Massini:
Here are some other books by Lu Fraser - I had added them to my "to read" list.
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