Most Popular Books by Coralie Bickford-Smith

From the award-winning designer of the iconic Penguin Hardcover Classics comes a beautifully illustrated fable about loss, friendship, and courage The Fox and the Star is the story of a friendship between a lonely Fox and the Star who guides him through the frightfully dark forest. Illuminated by Star’s rays, Fox forages for food, runs with the rabbits, and dances in the rain—until Star suddenly goes out and life changes, leaving Fox huddling for warmth in the unfamiliar dark. To find his missing Star, Fox must embark on a wondrous journey beyond the world he knows—a journey lit by courage, newfound friends, and just maybe, a star-filled new sky. Inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement and the art of William Blake, The Fox and the Star is a heartwarming, hopeful tale which comes alive through Bickford-Smith’s beloved illustrations, guiding readers both young and grown to “look up beyond your ears.”

From the award-winning illustrator and author of The Fox and the Star, Coralie Bickford-Smith, a beautifully illustrated tale about a Worm, a Bird, and the importance of being present and appreciating what you have, where you are. Winner of Communication Arts 2018 Illustration Annual Digging through the ground day in and day out, Worm dreams of a better life. Despite having endless paths of dirt to plough, other burrowing creatures to befriend, and underground treasures to discover, Worm wants more—more space to be alone. Too busy to see the world around it, pushing everything aside, Worm learns a hard lesson in appreciating what you have and where you are. This beautifully illustrated tale by award-winning author and illustrator Coralie Bickford-Smith explores themes of hope, curiosity, and the circle of life. Taking inspiration from Seneca’s essay “On the Shortness of Life,” which reads “But life is very short and anxious for those who forget the past, neglect the present and fear the future,” and drawing from the simple wisdom of the natural world, Bickford-Smith reminds readers about the importance of slowing down and engaging in the life around us. Printed in Italy, with a foil-stamped cloth cover, sewn binding, metallic inks, and high-quality paper, Bickford-Smith''s new illustrated book is for readers of all ages of fables and fairy tales, from gardeners to bird-watchers to design lovers, and for those seeking mindfulness. —and it will be a great companion volume to her first book, The Fox and the Star, named Waterstones Book of the Year in 2015.

Bird loves the towering tree that grows in the jungle, but when the season changes she must say goodbye until next year. Then one day Bird wonders- what happens to the tree when she flies away? As she discovers the stories of the other creatures who live in the tree, Bird learns to sing a new song. Lyrical, heart-warming and beautifully illustrated, this new fable from Coralie Bickford-Smith is a tale about growing up and finding our own way of exploring the world, and a celebration of belonging.

One autumn evening, a young squirrel spots an acorn glinting on the forest floor. Eager to protect her treasure from watchful eyes and hungry mouths, she buries it deep in the heart of the forest. But when she returns after the icy winter, her acorn is nowhere to be found. Where could it be? An enchanting fable about growth, new life and finding hope in unexpected places.

From Coralie Bickford-Smith, the award-winning author of the beloved children''s book The Fox and the Star, comes a set of 12 all-occasion note cards embellished with full-color illustrations from the original book. Coordinating envelopes include silver metallic ink on the inside and the box includes foil stamping. This format includes 12 brightly printed cards in a foil-stamped box with tinted envelopes. Note cards, envelopes, and box will be covered with Coralie Bickford-Smith''s adorable images of the fox and his friend the star.

#ZorroyEstrellaUn maravilloso trabajo de prosa y diseño, una original fábula sobre la necesidad y la pérdida.Había una vez un zorro que vivía en un bosque denso y tupido. Desde que tenía memoria, la única amiga de Zorro era Estrella, que cada noche iluminaba los caminos del bosque para él. Pero una noche Estrella ya no estaba allí, y Zorro tuvo que enfrentarse solo a la oscuridad...El zorro y la estrella ha sido ganador, entre otros premios, del Book of the Year de Waterstones, la librería más importante de Reino Unido. Cada una de sus páginas es muestra del cuidadoso trabajo de la diseñadora Coraline Bickford-Smith.ENGLISH DESCRIPTIONFrom the award-winning designer of the iconic Penguin Hardcover Classics comes a beautifully illustrated fable about loss, friendship, and courageThe Fox and the Star is the story of a friendship between a lonely Fox and the Star who guides him through the frightfully dark forest. Illuminated by Star’s rays, Fox forages for food, runs with the rabbits, and dances in the rain—until Star suddenly goes out and life changes, leaving Fox huddling for warmth in the unfamiliar dark. To find his missing Star, Fox must embark on a wondrous journey beyond the world he knows—a journey lit by courage, newfound friends, and just maybe, a star-filled new sky. Inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement and the art of William Blake, The Fox and the Star is a heartwarming, hopeful tale which comes alive through Bickford-Smith’s beloved illustrations, guiding readers both young and grown to "look up beyond your ears."

These striking notecards embody the glamour, luxury, and exuberance of the Art Deco period, with a twist of modern whimsy. Pair one of four unique card designs with a choice of two different pattern-lined envelopes. Foil-stamped in gold throughout, this set is as perfect for penning correspondence as it is for celebrating a momentous occasion.

Aussi loin que Renard s''en souvienne, il n''a jamais eu qu''une amie, l''Etoile, qui guide ses pas chaque nuit dans la grande forêt. Un soir, la douce lumière de l''Etoile n''apparaît pas. Et Renard doit affronter seul l''obscurité. Perdu, attristé, il se met en quête de son étoile. Ce faisant, il explore les bois et découvre un superbe ciel étoilé. Heureux et rassuré, il trouve son propre chemin à travers la forêt. Une magnifique histoire sur l''amour, l''amitié, la perte d''un ami et la route sinueuse vers un nouveau bonheur et la connaissance de soi.

Vos woont in een groot bos. Zijn vriend Ster verlicht elke nacht de bospaden voor Vos. Maar op een nacht is Ster er niet meer. Nu is Vos alleen in het donker. Allegorisch verhaal met kunstzinnige illustraties. Voorlezen vanaf ca. 6 jaar, zelf lezen vanaf ca. 8 jaar.